Planner I - III, Electric Construction & Maintenance

Thank you for your interest in the BWL. We think you'll find it a rewarding and nurturing place to grow your career.

Starting Salary Range: $76,200.00 - $91,500.00

The Lansing Board of Water & Light has an opening for a

Planner, Electrical Construction & Maintenance I - III

in our Work Management Department, located in Lansing, MI.

Job Type:

Full-Time

Starting Salary Range: Planner I $61,800. - $ 84,100. / Planner II $76,200 - $91,500 / Planner III $84,700 - $102,400. Position Summary:

Responsible for planning the work activities for internal crew resources for planned maintenance work activities that support the mechanical, electrical and controls components for assets. These assets are in Electric Production Generating Facilities, the Chiller Generating Facility, Electric and Water Transmission and Distribution System and Facility Locations. Planning activities include, but are not limited to, identification of costs, material, equipment, and resources needed for each task, duration of work tasks, preparation of system and asset clearance requests and work task coordination with internal resources, other internal stakeholders, contractors, vendors, governmental agencies, and customers.

Essential Functions:

- Ability to apply industry standards and techniques.

- Adapts procedures, techniques, tools, materials and/or equipment to meet special needs.

- Build out various documents and reports which require an intermediate level of knowledge in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.

- Perform job site walk down and review.

- Ability to create and reach successful submission for complexity clearances.

- Perform tasks in accordance with BWL procedures and guidelines.

- Required to follow BWL Safety Manual and wear personal protective equipment.

- Attends training for safety awareness or skills improvement as required by supervisor, BWL, or government agency such as MIOSHA.

- Performs other duties as necessitated by job responsibilities, including on call / emergent work.

- Participation in the continuous improvement of the Asset Management System and Work Management processes.

- Predictable and reliable attendance.

- Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Required:

Job Specifications:

- Educational requirements listed in progression levels.

- This position requires previous experience in maintenance - years are listed in specific progression level.

- Proven history of taking initiative.

- Strong organization and planning skills.

- Strong awareness and emphasis on work safety.

- Strong customer focus.

- Ability to apply industry standards and techniques.

- Able to read prints, drawings, and sketches.

- Strong written, verbal and in person communication skills.

- Ability to recognize the need, and willingness to work extra hours when needed, and prioritize workload.

- Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Preferred:

- Utility Industry experience.

- Project or construction management experience.

- Proven success working collaboratively with diverse teams.

Additional Requirements Based On Level:

Planner I: Starting Salary Range:

$61,800. - $84,100.

Essential Functions:

- Basic understanding of 1 resource group that maintains assets.

- Operates mostly under guidance of another planner, working toward independent abilities.

- Uses judgement and works collaboratively to determine adaptations in methods for nonroutine aspects of assignments.

- Works on small projects or portions of larger projects.

- Performs tasks and coordination efforts based on moderate design documents.

- Prepares portions of project documents.

- Assists in determining schedule and budget requirements.

- Plans, organizes, monitors, and coordinates all maintenance work tasks for small or low complexity projects working up to mid-level complexity projects.

- Creates and builds out actual standard job packages.

- Ability and capacity to learn and understand assets and system operations for generating facilities and transmission and distribution infrastructure.

- Build out various documents and reports which require an intermediate level of knowledge in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.

- Ability to create and reach successful submission for low level complexity clearances.

Requirements:

- This position requires an Associate’s Degree in Engineering, Construction, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

- This position requires a minimum of one year of previous experience in planning, maintenance, or utilities.

Planner II: Starting Salary Range:

$76,200 - $91,500.

Essential Functions:

- Adapts procedures, techniques, tools, materials and/or equipment to meet special needs.

- Ability to read and comprehend basic sketches, prints, drawings and/or schematics.

- Perform job site walk down and review.

- Basic understanding of 1 resource group that maintains assets.

- Operates mostly under guidance of another planner, working toward independent abilities.

- Uses judgement and works collaboratively to determine adaptations in methods for nonroutine aspects of assignments.

- Works on small projects or portions of larger projects.

- Perform tasks and coordination efforts based on moderate design documents.

- Prepares portions of building out work and project documents.

- Assists in determining schedule and schedules and supporting budget requirements.

- Plans, organizes, monitors, and coordinates all maintenance work tasks for small or low complexity projects working up to mid-level complexity projects.

- Creates and builds out actual standard job packages.

- Ability and capacity to learn and understand assets and system operations for generating facilities and transmission and distribution infrastructure.

- Evaluates, selects, and applies standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to perform a task or sequence of tasks for conventional projects with few complex features.

- Ability to read and comprehend intermediate level sketches, prints, drawings and/or schematics.

- Can provide planning and coordination back-up support for 2 or more resource areas or craft groups and the assets and systems they support.

- Operates independently in performing planning and scheduling functions.

- Edits or marks up maintenance work specifications as needed.

- Performs research and investigations regarding work efforts, asset maintenance and pertinent job sites.

- Plans, organizes, monitors, and coordinates all maintenance work tasks for mid-size or medium complexity projects working up to high level complexity projects.

- Must demonstrate intermediate to advance level of understanding in either electric power infrastructure projects within transmission or distribution design, water distribution systems, or water or Electric production facilities.

- Ability to foster and develop collaborative partnerships across various stakeholder groups resulting in successful outcomes.

- Decision Making & Analysis using applicable technologies i.e., MS Project, Excel, Access, SAP, etc.

- Ability to create and reach successful submission for mid-level complexity clearances.

Requirements:

- This position requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction, or a related field; or Journey status with combination 5 + years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

- This position requires a minimum of three years of previous experience in planning, maintenance, or utilities.

- Displays strong emotional intelligence.

Planner III: Starting Salary Range:

$84,700 - $102,400

Essential Functions:

- Adapts procedures, techniques, tools, materials and/or equipment to meet special needs.

- Ability to read and comprehend basic sketches, prints, drawings and/or schematics.

- Perform job site walk down and review.

- Basic understanding of 1 resource group that maintains assets.

- Operates mostly under guidance of another planner, working toward independent abilities.

- Uses judgement and works collaboratively to determine adaptations in methods for nonroutine aspects of assignments.

- Works on small projects or portions of larger projects.

- Perform tasks and coordination efforts based on moderate design documents.

- Prepares portions of project documents.

- Assists in determining schedule and budget requirements.

- Plans, organizes, monitors, and coordinates all maintenance work tasks for small or low complexity projects working up to mid-level complexity projects.

- Creates and builds out actual standard job packages.

- Ability and capacity to learn and understand assets and system operations for generating facilities and transmission and distribution infrastructure.

- Evaluates, selects, and applies standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to perform a task or sequence of tasks for conventional projects with few complex features.

- Ability to read and comprehend intermediate to complex level sketches, prints, drawings and/or schematics.

- Can provide planning and coordination back up support for 3 or more resource areas or craft groups and the assets and systems they support.

- Edits or marks up maintenance work specifications as needed.

- Performs research and investigations regarding work efforts, asset maintenance and pertinent job sites.

- Plans, organizes, monitors, and coordinates all maintenance work tasks for intermediate to complex level projects working up to high level complexity projects.

- Must demonstrate intermediate to advanced level of understanding in either electric power infrastructure projects within transmission or distribution design, water distribution systems, or water or Electric production facilities.

- Ability to foster and develop collaborative partnerships across various stakeholder groups resulting in successful outcomes.

- Participation in the continuous improvement of the Asset Management System and Work Management processes.

- Generates creative and innovative ideas to solve complex problems or situations.

- Performs research and investigations to support work efforts.

- Competent in building out and revising procedures and work instructions.

- Manages time accordingly with little guidance from supervision and allocates efforts in alignment with company and department priorities.

- Has the ability to train and administer quality checks on work performed by Planner I & II's

- Proven competency in utilizing Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) and metrics at an intermediate level.

Requirements:

- This position requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction, or a related field; or Journey status with combination 5 + years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

- Completion of a certification within a year of employment (examples: F4 or S1 license, PMP, CMRP, Emerging Leaders / Prosci (OCM)

- This position requires a minimum of five years of previous experience in planning, maintenance, or utilities.

- This position requires a minimum of five years of previous experience in planning, maintenance, or utilities.

- Operates with strong integrity.

- Displays strong emotional intelligence.

- Proven background in sound decision making and analytical capabilities.

- Is at ease and thrives in working with a diverse group of individuals.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must be able to remain in a stationary position for the majority of the working day. The person in this position needs to move about inside the office environment. Operates a computer and other office equipment for good portion of the day. Ability to adjust focus, especially due to concentration on a computer screen. Must communicate frequently with other departments and employees both verbally and in writing. May need to lift and carry up to 30 pounds and/or position the body to reach items on the floor/ below the knee level or reach above head. Considerable walking on concrete, uneven terrain, and grating. Must climb stairs and work from ladders, platforms, and personal lifts to conduct inspections and make adjustments during emergencies. Good vision required to distinguish colors and numbers when reading gauges, charts, and recorders. Must respond to emergency conditions requiring ability to communicate via phone or radio. Must be able to work various shifts if required. Occasionally exposed to confined/enclosed spaces, dust, coal dust, and inclement weather

Majority of work is in a temperature-controlled office environment. Must perform site visits to various job and work sites.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills that may be required of the employee. Management reserves the right to add, remove, or otherwise alter these duties, responsibilities, and skills at any time. Why Should You Apply?

Competitive wages, employee development, and opportunity for professional growth.

Robust time off benefits including vacation, free choice, sick leave, parental leave and 11 paid holidays.

Comprehensive benefits package offered including medical, prescription, dental, life insurance, long-term disability, employee assistance program.

Voluntary benefits including vision, supplemental and dependent life insurance, flexible spending, AFLAC options, LifeLock anti-theft, long term care, tuition reimbursement, and BWL's Home Purchase Plan – Forgivable $5,000 loan for purchase of a home in Lansing.

Retirement programs including 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan (DC) (100% company paid up to 9.5 % of base salary for BU positions and up to 13% of base salary for NBU positions), 457 Deferred Compensation matches up to $2,500 per year.

Post retirement benefits offered at the respective level of coverage, co-pays and health care premium, at the same level as active employees.

Two fitness centers located on site open 24/7, work life balance program, employee assistance program, free parking and much more!

About BWL:

The Board of Water & Light serves Lansing, Michigan, and surrounding areas with electricity, water, and steam. Lansing's city charter vests the BWL with full and exclusive management of water, steam, and electric services for or the city. The American Public Power Association has honored the Lansing Board of Water & Light as one of the country's best publicly-owned utilities.

The Location:

Lansing lies at the heart of the Great Lakes State and offers all the beauty and splendor of the four seasons. A haven for swimming, boating, fishing, snowmobiling, golf, and hunting, mid-Michigan is also just a couple hours from premier skiing and one of the most beautiful freshwater lakeshores in the world on our Lake Michigan Coast. Lansing itself is only minutes and miles away from two of the nation’s premier universities, Michigan State University and the University of Michigan, and boasts miles of walking, running, biking trails, Potter Park Zoo, professional sports, the arts, and fine dining.

THE BOARD OF WATER & LIGHT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER