Substation workforce planner
Bartech Staffing is a leading engineering, technical and professional staffing firm, and our clients include some of the nation's biggest companies. We are powered by Impellam Group, a connected group providing global workforce and specialist recruitment solutions. Our client has engaged us to assist them in hiring a contract Substation workforce planner. If you are interested in an opportunity to get your foot in the door with leading company, we want to talk with you!
Job Responsibilities
Your specific duties as a Substation workforce planner will include:
- Substation Workforce Planner
- Asheville, NC
- Pay- $52-54/hr
- Candidates must have their own means of reliable transportation, daily. This position will frequently travel to sites. Mileage from assigned office to sites is reimbursable. Daily travel can be up to an hour away, occasional overnight travel for meetings. For overnight travel, expenses are reimbursable. CW could be required to drive up to 300 miles a week.
- Schedule: Team works 4x10 schedule. Candidate is expected to be onsite/in the Field as needed which is anywhere from 2-4 days a week. There is some flexibility for occasional remote work.
- Key Takeaway: Must have field experience with substation, line, and relay knowledge.
- The Planner will develop work packages to include:
- Scope of work required.
- Accurate estimate of hours required to perform job.
- Skill sets required to perform work.
- Provide procedures required to perform work.
- Identify special tools required to perform work.
- Plan for any mobile equipment needs.
- Plan for any special part needs.
- Obtain necessary DOT or Environmental permits.
- Project job durations for scheduling purposes.
- Provide any sketches, digital pictures or drawings needed.
- Provide any vendor support information.
- Provide any Safety or Environmental information.
- Provide any special PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) needs.
- Secure and ensure materials are available for appropriate delivery to meet CMI date.
- Produce construction estimates for durations and man hours and resources required for construction projects.
- The Transmission Work Management Planner identifies critical work activities and keeps all transmission work groups informed of work nearing overdue status in order to avoid negative consequences.
- The Transmission Work Management Planner communicates and schedules with various work groups (i.e. Construction, Project Management, Energy Services, T&D Key Account Reps, Nuclear & Fossil Plants, etc.) to identify and coordinate high priority work. Planners participate in project planning meetings with Project Management to develop a project plan for each capital construction project. Clarifies project scope, identifies and assigns required construction resources, develops construction work sequence, identifies potential obstacles to completing the project, identifies clearance requirements, and makes initial resource assignments.
- Additionally, the Planner coordinates transmission clearances with Grid Management, ECC & TCC, and DCC when there are load issues with project coordination the Planner assist in resolving and re-sequencing the work considering any customer sensitivities. In some regions the Planner also processes and stores completed work package documentation.
- Obtains feedback from schedulers, crew members and supervisor(s) and takes necessary action to remedy any work package quality issues to ensure future accuracy.
- Assist with emergency planning, clearance requests and hot line tag requests. Travel to work location(s) to develop work/project requirements, attend scoping meetings, pre-bid meetings, and/or pre-construction meetings, perform walk down of job sites, audit the effectiveness of the work packages and to ensure adequate parts, special tools, and special equipment is available.
Job Requirements
- Associates degree
- 5 years related work experience.
- In lieu of Associates degree(s) AND 5 year(s) related work experience listed above, High School/GED AND 7 year(s) related work experience.
- Desired Qualifications
- Bachelors degree
- In addition to desired degree, 6 years related work experience.
- Additional Preferred Qualifications
- Working knowledge of work management system, e.g., Passport, MS Project, MAXIMO, SLATE, TITUS, ITOA, P6, Adobe, Paper port, MS Office (word, excel, access, etc). (Preferred)
- Requires substantial specific knowledge in craft areas such as electrical, relaying, apparatus, sub-station and line construction / maintenance work to effectively develop job plans. (Preferred)
- Must have excellent communication and organizational skills and the ability to function effectively in a diverse support organization. (Preferred)
- This individual must possess a vast knowledge of substation, apparatus, relaying and line maintenance practices in order to identify all needed procedures, resources and clearances to effectively perform each maintenance / construction job. (Preferred)
- Working Conditions
- This Position will support planning for multiple Transmission Substation crews with each crew made up between 10 to 15 Crew members. The Transmission Work Management Planner will work closely with each crew's Supervisor or Foreman to make sure each crew is assigned an adequate work schedule that is aligned with the Transmission business strategy.
- This Position will occasionally support planning for crews during storm restorations or emergency conditions.
- Must have the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Must be able to communicate effectively via clear written and verbal communication.
- Ability to formulate data and process information. Must be willing to periodically lead presentations in front of small to medium sized teams.
- Work outside of normal business hours may be required during emergent situations.
- Must work well in a team environment.
- Specific Requirements
- Able to attend onsite visits and in person meetings during normal business hours in the area in which the Substation Crews support 2 or more times per week.
- Able to navigate & utilize basic computer software on a laptop or tablet.
- Must have means of transportation.
- 5% overnight travel within DEP area.
- Maybe needs in a storm roll for support.
Benefits
As a Substation workforce planner with Bartech Staffing, you will be working through an established and respected staffing organization with over 40 years of serving as a trusted partner to our client companies. We provide our talent with personal, responsive attention, and will assign an employee care representative to answer any questions or concerns that you might have. Depending upon the client, the assignment, and your performance, you can find potential opportunities for direct employment.
At Impellam Group, we offer a competitive compensation package with benefits including:
- Medical, dental, and vision
- 401(k) plan with employee contribution opportunities
- 529 college savings program
Make the most of your experience!
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For this opportunity, the successful candidate will be directly employed by Bartech Staffing as a W2 employee while providing services to our client, who is looking for people who are eligible to work in the US and can start immediately.
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Impellam Group and its brands are equal-opportunity employers committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other factor determined to be unlawful under applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application, interview process, pre-employment activity, and the performance of crucial job functions.
If you require additional disability considerations, modifications, or adjustments please let us know by contacting HR-InfoImpellamNA@impellam.com or fill out this form to request accommodations.
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