Ops Distribution Scheduler/Lead Ops Distribution Scheduler

PPL Corporation•Honesdale, PA

About The Position

This position is responsible for the scheduling and resourcing of T-0 through T-5 schedule for both PL and contractor work. It is responsible for scheduling all PES and failed equipment type work. The role is also responsible for communicating and coordinating with customers regarding the plans and expectations for the completion of PES work. Key competencies for this position include a good working knowledge of the electrical distribution system and excellent communication and people skills. This role works under limited supervision to successfully complete the responsibilities of the role.

Requirements

Associate’s Degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience on a year for year basis.
5+ years of relevant experience (Ops Distribution Scheduler) or 7+ years of relevant experience (Lead Ops Distribution Scheduler). Relevant experience may include engineering, construction, operations, design, or customer focused assignments.
Work experience using corporate computer software systems.
Valid PA Driver License.

Nice To Haves

Two-year technical degree or four-year degree in business or planning.
Minimum of two years of work management function or job planning experience.
Knowledge of resource management, scheduling tools and reporting.
Knowledge of collective bargaining agreements.
Minimum of two years of field ops experience.

Responsibilities

Schedules and manages the T-0 through T-5 schedule for both PL and contractor work.
Schedules all failed equipment type work.
Communicates with customers on plan and expectations for completion of PES (non-large project) work.
Obtains status of contractor jobs within T-5, manages schedule accordingly and coordinates with the Long-Range Planner.
Makes resource determination of PL versus contractor crews for short term work.
Schedules low tension network (LTN) jobs through T-5 and all LTN planned and corrective maintenance.
Conduct weekly work plan meetings to communicate priorities to foremen and planning coordinators and assure understanding of the status of current week and future weeks work.
Conduct weekly work plan meetings with Contractors and Planning Coordinators to communicate priorities and assure understanding of the status of current week.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.