Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Supervisor

NAES•Goshen Township, PA

7h•Onsite

About The Position

The Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Supervisor at Heritage Shawville leads the safe, reliable, and dispatch-responsive operation of a multi-unit, subcritical coal-fired plant. The role oversees boilers, steam turbines, generators, and balance-of-plant systems while coordinating maintenance to sustain unit performance and availability. It also ensures compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards while developing personnel and reinforcing operational discipline. Additionally, the O&M Supervisor will provide operations and maintenance support to two other peaking combustion turbine sites: Warren, located in Warren, PA, and Blossburg, located in Covington, PA.

Requirements

Extensive experience in fossil generation, including operation and maintenance of subcritical boilers, steam turbines, generators, and balance-of-plant systems, with a focus on reliability and performance.
Advanced knowledge of plant electrical systems (208V–4160V AC and 125/135V DC), including transformers and switchyard operations up to 230kV.
Experience operating and maintaining substation equipment, including oil-filled and SF₆ breakers, with emphasis on switching procedures and electrical safety.
Ability to lead and enforce HSE programs, including LOTO, confined space, and hot work, while ensuring environmental compliance.
Strong leadership skills in directing personnel, including scheduling, performance management, and maintaining accountability.
Ability to monitor equipment condition and use operational data to protect asset integrity and reduce forced outages.
Experience executing preventive and predictive maintenance programs, including outage planning and work prioritization.
Proficiency in control systems, Microsoft Office, and CMMS platforms (Maximo or similar preferred).
Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage priorities and coordinate across teams.
Must possess a valid, unrestricted U.S. driver’s license and ensure it remains in good standing at all times.

Nice To Haves

An Associate degree in Power Plant Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, Process Technology, or a related field is desired, but not required. Alternatively, equivalent technical training in industrial maintenance or instrumentation and control, as well as relevant industry or military experience, may be considered.

Responsibilities

Direct operations and maintenance personnel in their daily duties to ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the power plant.
Report plant conditions—normal, abnormal, or emergency—to the Operations Manager, and take corrective actions in accordance with established policies or as directed.
Collaborate closely with the Maintenance Manager to address the plant’s predictive, preventive, and corrective maintenance needs.
Oversee the upkeep of essential plant logs and records, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely updates.
Ensure proper implementation of the plant's water chemistry program, including regular testing, inspections, and maintenance of water treatment systems.
Review and update plant policies and procedures periodically to ensure alignment with current goals, operating requirements, and industry best practices.
Maintain high morale and motivation among operations personnel, addressing employee concerns effectively and promptly.
Ensure compliance with NAES policies, procedures, project work rules, and local, state, and federal regulations.
Implement and oversee safety programs, including Safe Work Permits, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Confined Space, Hot Work, and Chemical Handling, to promote a culture of safety.
Encourage and facilitate employee training across all plant programs, ensuring an adequate number of trained personnel for continuous, safe operations, even under adverse conditions.
Prepare employees for greater responsibilities and contribute to plant-wide succession planning efforts.
Provide cross-training opportunities to foster a well-rounded and flexible team.
Ensure that safety protocols are integrated into all job assignments and that work is performed safely and efficiently.
Assist with recruiting, screening, and hiring personnel to maintain a skilled and competent workforce.
Oversee the operation and maintenance of AC/DC electrical systems (208V, 480V, 4160V AC, and 135V DC) and transformers up to 230kV, ensuring reliable power distribution.
Perform inspections, troubleshooting, and maintenance of substation equipment, including HV/LV breakers (oil-contained and SF6), with a focus on safety and regulatory compliance.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Operations Manager and Maintenance Manager.