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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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Duties and Responsibilities: · Estimate and initiate work orders both mechanical and E/I; prepare, forecast, and explain cost variance for outage work · Procure equipment and materials and outside ...

Duties and Responsibilities: · Estimate and initiate work orders both mechanical and E/I; prepare, forecast, and explain cost variance for outage work · Procure equipment and materials and outside ...

Duties and Responsibilities: · Estimate and initiate work orders both mechanical and E/I; prepare, forecast, and explain cost variance for outage work · Procure equipment and materials and outside ...

Planner/Scheduler Coordinator

Willis, TX · On-site

$16.50 - $21/hr

Performs contract management activities to support auxiliary outage work. Ensures all work is completed in accordance with Entergy procedures and within compliance guidelines (SoX). JOB DUTIES ...

Planner/Scheduler Coordinator

Willis, TX

$16.50 - $21/hr

Performs contract management activities to support auxiliary outage work. Ensures all work is completed in accordance with Entergy procedures and within compliance guidelines (SoX). JOB DUTIES ...

Maintenance Planner

Prince George, VA · On-site

$76K - $114K/yr

Duties and Responsibilities: • Estimate and initiate work orders both mechanical and E/I; prepare, forecast, and explain cost variance for outage work • Procure equipment and materials and ...

Duties and Responsibilities: • Estimate and initiate work orders both mechanical and E/I; prepare, forecast, and explain cost variance for outage work • Procure equipment and materials and ...

Maintenance Specialist

Juliette, GA · On-site

$19.50 - $26.75/hr

Develop detailed outage work packages: scope definition, sequencing/logic, labor loading, materials, tools/equipment, and quality hold points. * Coordinate outage schedules and readiness activities ...

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How much do outage work jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for outage work in the United States is $26.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $29.81 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Outage Work vs Lineworker?

AspectOutage WorkLineworker
CredentialsElectrical certifications, safety trainingElectrical certifications, safety training
Work EnvironmentField, often emergency or repair situationsField, outdoor, high-voltage lines
Employer & IndustryUtility companies, power providersUtility companies, power distribution
Common Search/ComparisonOutage Work vs Lineworker

Outage Work and Lineworker roles both require electrical certifications and safety training, often performed outdoors for utility companies. Outage Work focuses on restoring power during outages, while Lineworkers install and maintain power lines. Both roles are essential in the power industry and share similar work environments and credentials.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in outage work?

To thrive in Outage Work, you need a strong background in mechanical or electrical maintenance, safety procedures, and relevant technical training, often supported by industry certifications or trade qualifications. Familiarity with tools such as lockout/tagout systems, computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), and specialized diagnostic equipment is typical. Strong problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills are crucial for coordinating with crews and responding quickly to unplanned situations. These skills and qualities ensure efficient, safe, and timely restoration of operations during planned and unplanned outages.

What are the main challenges faced by professionals working in outage work, and how can they be managed?

Outage work often involves tight deadlines, high-pressure situations, and the need for precise coordination among multidisciplinary teams. One major challenge is minimizing downtime while ensuring all safety and maintenance protocols are strictly followed. Effective communication, thorough pre-planning, and adaptability are crucial in managing unexpected issues that can arise during an outage. Building strong collaboration with engineers, maintenance staff, and safety officers helps reduce risks and ensures a successful and efficient outage process.

What is outage work?

Outage work refers to the planned or unplanned maintenance, repair, or upgrade activities performed on equipment or facilities that require a temporary shutdown of operations. This type of work is common in industries such as power generation, manufacturing, and utilities, where equipment must be periodically taken offline to ensure safety, reliability, and optimal performance. Outage work is typically scheduled in advance and involves coordination among various teams to minimize downtime and disruption. The goal is to complete necessary tasks efficiently and safely before resuming normal operations.
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Infographic showing various Outage Work job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,680 per year, or $26.3 per hour.

1758 Outage Superintendent - Salem

PSEG

Hancocks Bridge, NJ

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago


PSEG rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 79 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

6th of 53 rated energy and utility


Job description

Requisition: 84016
 
PSEG Company: PSEG Power
 
Salary Range: $ 137,000 - $ 224,400
 
Work Location Category: Hybrid
 
We’re one of the country’s largest energy companies, with a vision of powering a future where people use energy more efficiently and it’s safer and delivered more reliably than ever. We’re also deeply connected to the communities we serve, with more than 13,000 employees working together to support our customers and make a difference every day.
Here, you’ll have the stability and exciting opportunities that come with being a Fortune 500 company — along with a supportive, friendly work environment where your contributions are valued.

We offer a flexible work environment designed to balance employee needs with collaboration and operational excellence. Roles fall into two categories:
Onsite: Employees work onsite daily.
Hybrid: A blend of remote and onsite work, with at least three onsite days per week required.

As an employee, if you are regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week, you will have access to a wide range of comprehensive benefits from day one, designed to support your total well-being: medical, dental, vision, parental leave and family leave programs, behavioral health programs, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and generous paid time off.

More than 13,000 people already call PSEG their work home, taking pride in providing safe, reliable service to millions of customers. If you’re looking for a place where you can build a meaningful career and help power and support our communities, we’d love to welcome you to the team.

PSEG is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

Job Summary


At this time, only current PSEG employees are being considered. 
Responsible for managing all aspects of Hope Creek and Salem system, component, forced and refueling outages. Involves planning, preparation, execution, staff/management consultation and schedule development. Responsible for monitoring and coordinating pre-outage milestones and action items, budget and scope development and control, self-assessment, performance monitoring, improvement initiatives and outage risk assessment for successful outages at PSEG Nuclear LLC.

Job Responsibilities
  • Provide detailed assessments and improvement initiatives on all aspects of Salem and Hope Creek’s Maintenance and Refueling plan/forced Outages.
  • This includes outage management preparations, resource Management, schedule development, Budgeting, Outage execution and Performance Monitoring.
  • Develop an outage execution process to provide increased focus on meeting outage commitments including the development of outage personnel, reformatting of outage meetings, and heightened awareness on the advantages and uses of various scheduling tools.
  • Provide daily mentoring to the Shift Outage Manager and Crews. Interface with Senior Management, Co-owners and Stockholders to develop a long-range outage work scope.
  • Work with other departments to facilitate outage preparation, i.e., maintenance, operations, engineering to achieve safe, efficient, cost effective outages resulting in safe, reliable plant operation.
Job Specific Qualifications
  • BS Degree in Engineering with 5 years experience in the nuclear or related industry focused on Plant Outages. In lieu of degree must have 8 years experience in the nuclear or related industry focused on Plant Outages or 10 years combined experience in Maintenance, Operations, and Engineering.
  • 5 years of supervisory/managerial experience.
  • Must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license and maintain a satisfactory driving record.
  • Must meet nuclear requirements for Unescorted Site Access.
  • A valid Real ID or an approved form of alternate documentation (https://www.pseg.com/IDrequirement) is required for this job.

Desired

  • Turbine OEM (Siemens GE) Field Engineering experience or equivalent.
  • Mechanical Engineering Degree.

Some positions at PSEG require access to information covered by the Department of Energy’s regulation 10 CFR 810 (Part 810). If applicable, the successful applicant must prove they are: (1) a citizen or national of the USA; OR (2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States (Non-Conditional Permanent I-551 / Green Card / Permanent Resident Card holder); OR (3) a citizen, national, or permanent resident of a “Generally Authorized” destination on the attached list not also a citizen, national, permanent resident of any country not listed; OR (4) a “Protected Individual” under the Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.S.C 1324b(a)(3)).

As an employee of PSEG, you should be aware that during emergency restoration efforts, you may be required to perform functions outside of your routine duties and on a schedule that may be different from normal operations. 
For all roles, PSEG’s drug and alcohol testing program includes pre-employment testing, testing for cause, and post-incident/accident testing. 
Employees who are hired or transfer into a federally regulated role (including positions covered by USDOT, PHMSA, or NRC regulations) are subject to random drug and alcohol testing, inclusive of marijuana. Although numerous states throughout the country have legalized marijuana/cannabis products recreationally and medically, the use of these products are prohibited for employees in federally regulated roles. Please note that the use of CBD products may result in a positive drug test for THC/Marijuana and such use is not a legitimate medical explanation for a positive result.

If you are a current PSEG Long Island (PSEGLI) employee and offered an opportunity with PSEG or any of its subsidiaries other than PSEGLI, you will be treated as a new hire.  Please note that as a new hire to PSEG, your benefits will change and generally will be consistent with other similarly situated PSEG new hires. Similarly, for PSEG employees who accept job opportunities with PSEGLI, your benefits will change and generally be consistent with other similarly situated new hires of PSEGLI. 

PSEG is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment, including the hiring process, based on any legally protected characteristic. Legally protected characteristics include race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in locations where PSEG employs individuals. 
PSEG is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance applying for a position, please call 973-430-3845 or email accommodations@pseg.com.
If you need to request a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job, email accommodations@pseg.com.  Any information provided regarding a disability will be kept strictly confidential and will not be shared with anyone involved in making a hiring decision.
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This is an exciting time to be joining PSEG. Our commitments, which include safety, integrity, customer focus, and diversity & inclusion, are the fabric of our culture and help drive the success of our business. We are fortunate to have an outstanding workforce of diverse and highly skilled talent who move us forward in our operational excellence journey. PSEG has more than 12,000 employees who are dedicated to the communities we serve and embody our vision: People providing Safe, Reliable, Economic and Greener Energy.

Industry

Clean energy services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Newark, NJ, US

Year founded

1903