FirstEnergyAbout the OpportunityThis is an open position with Mon Power, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. [MP]Directs a variety of tasks and personnel in the operation and service of equipment, systems and processes in the safe and environmentally responsible production of electricity. This includes the direction of unit operations, safety programs, environmental compliance, budgetary control, efficient use of resources, prudent labor relation actions and awareness of operational, technical and business trends in the utility industry. This position reports to the Plant Director.Responsibilities include:
Serves as the primary contact point for and takes responsibility for safe and environmentally compliant plant operations.
Participates actively in assuring a safe work environmental for all persons working in or visiting the plant. Directly interjects to promote safety and human performance engagement.
Interacts with and provides operational feedback to internal and external groups to be certain projects and repairs to plant equipment are completed in a safe, reliable, timely and cost-effective manner.
Accountable for administration of the Safety Clearance program.
Assists engineers, technicians, project leads, coordinators, and contractors in resolving operational, safety, environmental and commercial issues.
Ensures critical operating parameters are monitored and actions taken to protect plant assets. Maintains cognizance of plant operational status including abnormal or degraded conditions and ensures appropriate action to correct those conditions.
Interacts and is able to clearly communicate with corporate groups, vendors, consultants and regulatory agencies in all facets of operational activities which may involve safety, environmental, labor and technical processes.
Directs and is responsible for various plant process teams.
Interacts with Asset Utilization to plan and schedule outages & derates as needed at the most economically advantageous timing.
Analyzes plant performance and provides recommendations to reduce operating and maintenance costs and increase reliable, efficient and safe operation of the plant.
Prepares, oversees and controls budgets for the plant operations and maintains these budgets to support economic operation of the plant.
May serve as a sponsor, leader or member of various plant, fleet or corporate level teams and Peer Groups and will be an active and contributing participant in all roles.
Interacts and shares information with other FE Generation plants.
Participates in the selection, development and advancement of operation personnel and leaders.
Participates in the prioritization of plant projects and maintenance and provides operational input.
Effectively deal with public and government representatives on various community/station matters.
Provide input to troubleshoot operational issues based on a strong knowledge of plant systems and interactions.
Manages and provides direction for predictive maintenance activities assigned to operations.
Adheres to and enforces Company policies, procedures, work rules and contract language (where applicable).
Counsel employees in job-related areas, conduct performance evaluations, administer discipline, mentors and resolve personnel conflicts
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technologies AND a minimum of 5 years of related experience OR a minimum of 10 years of direct power plant operation experience.
It is desirable to have additional experience maintenance or technical departments
It is desirable to have 5 years of leadership experience
Strong leadership skills
Highly motivated and self-directed
Demonstrates a sense of ownership and accountability
Ability to establish trust and projects integrity and honesty in dealings with others
Strong analytical skills
Strong organization skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Proven ability to learn and desire for self-improvement
Strong written communication skills including technical writing
Strong oral communication and presentation skills
Strong teaching and coaching skills
Proven ability to clearly assess a problem and work towards innovative solution in an organized manner
Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize appropriately
Ability to adapt and respond positively to change
Strong collaboration skills and ability to interact well in a team-based and diverse working environment
Ability to manage stress well
Strives to maintain a positive outlook
Open to consideration of alternative approaches and solutions
Proficient computer skills in common software
Benefits, Compensation & Workforce DiversityAt FirstEnergy, employees are key to our success. We depend on their talents to meet the challenges of our changing business environment. We are committed to rewarding individual and team efforts through our total rewards philosophy which includes competitive pay plus incentive compensation, a company-sponsored pension plan, 401(k) savings plan with matching employer contribution, a choice of medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and life insurance programs, as well as skills development training with tuition reimbursement. Please visit our website at www.firstenergycorp.com to learn more about all of our employee rewards programs. FirstEnergy proudly supports workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. No recruiters or agencies without a previously signed contract. Unable to sponsor or transfer H-1B visas at this time.SafetySafety is a core value for FirstEnergy and is essential to all of our business activities. We ensure employees have the tools, information, and processes to perform their duties in a manner that assures safety for themselves, their co-workers, our customers and the public. Our goals are to provide a safe work environment, to maintain an accident-free, injury-free workplace, and to promote and maintain public safety. To meet these goals, we dedicate ourselves to achieving world-class safety standards.FirstEnergy Human Resources Team
