NRG Energy

Maintenance Manager

NRG Energy • $75K — $95K *
Osceola, AR 72370In-Person
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of power plant operations or maintenance experience, or a degree in Engineering or Business with 7 years of relevant experience.
  • Experience leading and supervising teams in maintenance or operations.
  • Strong knowledge of safety and environmental regulations.
  • Understanding of quality processes and formal programs in maintenance environments.
  • Ability to demonstrate leadership principles and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise and motivate employees to maintain compliance with safety protocols.
  • Act as part of the plant leadership, ready to step in as plant or operations manager when necessary.
  • Manage outage processes and develop scope packages for planned work in the plant.
  • Coordinate resource allocations and performance strategies during outages for efficiency.
  • Oversee the management of maintenance budgets, schedules, and resource effectiveness.

Benefits

  • Career development and training opportunities for leadership and technical skills.
  • Active engagement in safety and environmental initiatives within the organization.
  • Team-oriented culture emphasizing communication and open feedback.
  • Access to state-of-the-art tools and processes for maintenance and operations.
Full Job Description
Job Summary:

The Maintenance Manager is responsible for daily supervision, monitoring and coaching of employees to ensure a productive workforce in compliance with company policies. Responsibilities include work planning, on-the-job training, arranging for maintenance work, inspections, and initiating requisitions for procurement of tools, materials, equipment, and parts from vendors and services from contractors. Responsibilities include calibration and storage of instrument test and measuring equipment and ensuring personnel is knowledgeable of and in compliance with applicable Standards and Procedures.

Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Provides leadership and emphasizes importance of safety and environmental programs by monitoring completion of safety concerns, incident investigation action items, attending required safety and environmental meetings, and supporting EKPI goals.
  • Serves as member of plant leadership team and is capable of acting as temporary plant manager or operations manager as needed.
  • Represents plant as Outage Authority and process subject matter expert in support of corporate activities and initiatives
  • Coordinates the development and use of work scope packages for each activity performed during unit outages including all related pre & post outage activities.
  • Oversees the development of work order plan packages that include labor, material, equipment, Lockout-Tagout, technical support and Quality Assurance requirements.
  • Leads the development and implementation of outage resource and performance strategies to effectively and efficiently perform all outage work
  • Oversees the development of plans, schedules and budgets for all - planned, maintenance, and forced outage work - including scope growth.
  • Leads the day to day performance and coordination of all outage work including resource allocation, work interference planning, and the common use shared services.
  • Oversees the selection and use of contractors and vendors to perform outage work in accordance with company policy
  • Responsible for the effective use of outage controls, performance reporting, communications, and plan revisions.
  • Promotes productivity and teamwork in Maintenance, Engineering and Operations with open communication, timely decision making, and use of personal leadership skills to set high standards of performance (precision maintenance) while providing the direction necessary to achieve that performance.
  • Oversees the development and management of outage work order lists to support fast, efficient planning and execution of maintenance and forced outages.
  • Promotes and supports the development of technical, leadership, and business skills of employees to carry out responsibilities in a competitive environment
  • Provides regular feedback to employees on their performance to allow them to capitalize on their strengths and focus on opportunities for improvement
  • Ensures development and implementation of assigned area goals, objectives, and initiatives
  • Supports and emphasizes importance of safety and environmental programs and ensures regulatory compliance
  • Reviews performance with customers/clients and addresses opportunities for improvement
  • Ensures all resources are utilized in a cost effective manner (especially major costs such as contracted services, craftsmen time and overtime), estimates resource requirements, monitors expenditures, and reports on performance of assigned area
  • Assigns work and holds employees accountable for their performance
  • Performs field inspections of job sites and work in progress
  • Recognizes problems and is proactive in helping to resolve them
  • Ensures development, implementation, and monitoring of work plans and schedules in their area of responsibility
  • Ensures work performed by external service providers is in support of objectives, responsibilities, and contractual agreement
  • Maintains a working relationship with employees consistent with personnel policies and procedures.
  • Coordinates application of internal and external resources to area of responsibility to support maintenance activities, projects, programs, etc.
  • Develops and maintains long-range, equipment-specific outage plans to ensure cost effective maintenance through implementation of predictive, preventive, and cost analysis tools
  • Provides for the performance, coordination, and inspection of outage related work performed offsite at other facilities.
  • Responsible for oversight of third-party, contract and vendor coordination including approving charges, bid package evaluation, evaluation and selection process asbestos management, and scaffolding
  • Coordinates the development and implementation of quality control programs for outage management and execution
  • Provides visible and active support for the plant outage program
  • Provides awareness level training for the plant organization on outage planning and performance standards.
  • Develops and maintains written outage procedures to improve plant outage performance and to ensure consistent execution
  • Maintain focus on continuous improvement and employ industry best practices for outage and work management
  • Ensures that employees correctly use the lock out/tag out program in order to promote safe operations and maintenance
  • Develops appropriate shifts, schedules, staffing, and response programs to control costs and enhance response time and performance


Minimum requirements:

Education/Experience:
  • Minimum of 10 years of power plant operations or maintenance experience or Baccalaureate degree in an Engineering, Business, or related discipline from an accredited college or university, and 7 years of equivalent experience in a related field
  • Experience leading/supervising employees in a related field


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience in a coal fired plant
  • Knowledge of Combined Cycle Power Plant operations
  • Knowledge of quality processes and formal programs


Other Qualifications:
  • Strong leadership skills with an understanding of leadership principles
  • Prefer knowledge of NRG values and corporate goals/objectives
  • Demonstrates behavior that encourages and rewards employee involvement, innovative thinking, adaptation to change, responsible risk taking, customer focus, and continuous improvement
  • Excellent teamwork skillset with the ability to work harmoniously across organizational boundaries.


Physical Requirements:
  • Able to work a rotating shift schedule and to work overtime as needed
  • This position requires the ability to safely use, handle and inspect equipment containing (and perform maintenance in close proximity to sources of), hazardous energy, hazardous chemicals and hazardous wastes as those terms are defined under various safety and environmental regulations.
  • The position requires the use of appropriate personal protective equipment for the hazards identified above. In the employee's normal immediate work area, this position requires the employee to be routinely familiar with, and to appropriately respond to, the hazards identified above, including, but not limited to repairs on equipment containing chemicals, containment of chemical leaks, response to electrical interruptions, etc. This response would encompass appropriate personal protection techniques, the following of safety procedures such as (but not limited to) lock out/tag out procedures, and the following of environmental procedures.
  • Must be able to frequently climb ladders; enter confined spaces; climb to and work from elevated platforms, ladders and walkways at elevations of 80 feet and more; crawl to the through confined areas; correctly wear and work using air purifying respirator; lift a minimum of 20 pounds in awkward positions and 50 pounds from the floor to the waist.
  • This job requires the ability to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions, climb vertical access ladders and stairwells, carry up to 50 pounds and to see, hear, walk and talk effectively. Must be able to wear an air purifying respirator and use other safety equipment as required.

About NRG Energy

NRG is at the forefront of changing how people think about and use energy. Whether as the largest solar power developer in the country or by giving customers the latest tools to better manage their energy use, NRG is a pioneer in developing smarter energy choices. Our diverse power generating facilities have a capacity of about 52,000 megawatts, capable of supporting almost 42 million homes. Our retail electricity providers — Reliant and Energy Plus — and thermal energy division serve nearly 3 million residential, business, commercial and industrial customers. A Fortune 250 company, NRG supports clean energy resources and technologies critical to our transition to a sustainable, low carbon society. We built the nation's first privately-funded electric vehicle charging infrastructure and continue to create new, clean energy solutions for our customers. In addition to our environmental efforts, we actively contribute to the local communities where NRG employees live and work. Since 2004, our Global Giving program has provided millions of dollars to organizations and charities that have a direct impact on the lives of the people in our communities, including food banks and those that foster self-sufficiency, improve housing and provide supplemental education to people in need. NRG has also organized special responses for victims of extreme catastrophe, such as the Haitian earthquake and the Japanese tsunami in 2010. Employee donations were tripled to maximize the contributions. NRG has won numerous awards for industry leadership and many of its nationwide econrg initiatives, which are targeted toward meeting the challenges of climate change, clean air and natural resources protection.

NRG Energy Careers

Join the vibrant team at NRG Energy, a leader in the power and energy sector, and contribute to a sustainable future while advancing your career. At NRG Energy, we are committed to innovation, leadership, and diversity, ensuring a dynamic workplace where growth and opportunity are at the forefront.

Work You’ll Do

At NRG Energy, you’ll engage in meaningful work that powers communities and fosters environmental stewardship. Our team of professionals is dedicated to leading the energy sector through cutting-edge innovation and sustainable practices. By joining us, you help shape the future of energy, leveraging your skills to make a significant impact.

Explore Job Opportunities and Internships

Whether you’re a seasoned professional or a recent graduate, NRG Energy offers a range of job opportunities and internships that will harness your potential and polish your skills. Our positions span from technical roles in energy management to leadership tracks in corporate functions. Each role is crucial in driving our mission of a sustainable energy future.

Career Development and Benefits

NRG Energy is deeply invested in the professional growth of its employees. We offer robust career development programs, including leadership training, professional networking opportunities, and diversity training. Our benefits package is designed to support the well-being and financial security of our team members and their families, promoting a healthy work-life balance.

Culture of Innovation and Diversity

Our company culture celebrates diversity, encourages innovation, and fosters a collaborative environment. At NRG Energy, you’ll work alongside a diverse team of experts, each bringing unique perspectives that drive our success. We believe that inclusive teamwork and innovative thinking are the keys to our continued growth and leadership in the energy sector.

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Learn more about NRG Energy
Size
6,635 employees
Market Cap
$7.4 billion
Industry
Energy & Utilities
Net Income
$510 million
Founded
1989
5 Year Trend
+24.8%
Revenue
$9 billion
NASDAQ
NRG
* Ladders Estimates

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