Planner II

AES • Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), a Fortune 500 company that's leading the charge in the global energy revolution. With operations spanning 14 countries, AES is committed to shaping a future through innovation and collaboration. Our dedication to innovation has earned us recognition as one of the Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators by Fast Company in 2022. And with our certification as a Great Place to Work, you can be confident that you're joining a company that values its people just as much as its groundbreaking ideas. AES is proudly ranked #1 globally in renewable energy sales to corporations, and with $12.7B in revenues in 2023, we have the resources and expertise to make a significant impact as we provide electricity to 25 million customers worldwide. As the world moves towards a net-zero future, AES is committed to meeting the Paris Agreement's goals by 2050. Our innovative solutions, such as 24/7 carbon-free energy for data centers, are setting the pace for rapid, global decarbonization. If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a cleaner, more sustainable future - we're powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in the global energy transformation. Position Scope: Under general guidance, the maintenance planner is responsible for developing work plans and procuring resources that facilitate efficient and cost-effective execution of routine maintenance, outage work, and specific projects. Must be adept in work management best practices and able to apply them to area of responsibility. Must be able to effectively use CMMS/EAP, purchasing, and financial software to meet work management process requirements. Must be familiar with maintenance repair processes to develop appropriate job steps. Responsible for selection and procurement of materials and resources necessary to execute work plans and projects. Must be able to perform job hazard analyses for mechanical and electrical maintenance tasks and provide appropriate permits (LOTO, hot work, confined space, etc.) for execution of work. Responsible for review and analysis of maintenance histories to facilitate process improvements and make work plans more productive or cost-effective. Prepare routine maintenance reports. Develop and prepare information for resource-loaded maintenance schedules. Lead work request review meetings and effectively communicate across plant departments.

Requirements

• A minimum of five (5) years of generating station electrical maintenance experience is preferred. Other planning experience will be considered.
• Working knowledge of industry work management best practices.
• Self-motivated individual with a positive attitude.
• Strong interpersonal, technical, financial, and estimating/planning skills.
• Strong computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office are required.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Effective organizational skills with commitment to deadlines.
• Willingness and ability to learn/teach.
• Willingness to work in a union environment.
• Able to support a 24 x 7 operation.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using EAP, SAP, and scheduling software applications preferred.
• Project management experience preferred.
• Additional consideration will be given to candidates with project management certification and/or a bachelor's degree in engineering or technology from an accredited college/university.

Responsibilities

• developing work plans
• procuring resources that facilitate efficient and cost-effective execution of routine maintenance, outage work, and specific projects
• effectively use CMMS/EAP, purchasing, and financial software to meet work management process requirements
• selection and procurement of materials and resources necessary to execute work plans and projects
• perform job hazard analyses for mechanical and electrical maintenance tasks and provide appropriate permits (LOTO, hot work, confined space, etc.) for execution of work
• review and analysis of maintenance histories to facilitate process improvements and make work plans more productive or cost-effective
• prepare routine maintenance reports
• develop and prepare information for resource-loaded maintenance schedules
• lead work request review meetings and effectively communicate across plant departments

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees