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IKO Industries

Plant Engineer

Sylacauga, AL · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

Developing and executes plans to address all facets of plant operation including cost reduction ... Providing engineering oversight to the facility infrastructure (boilers, HVAC, compressed air ...

NAES Corporation

Plant Engineer

Faribault, MN · On-site

The Power Plant Engineer also supports NERC compliance, technical improvements, and continuous ... Support Operations and Maintenance with equipment troubleshooting, startup/shutdown activities ...

NAES

Plant Engineer

Faribault, MN · On-site

The Power Plant Engineer also supports NERC compliance, technical improvements, and continuous ... Support Operations and Maintenance with equipment troubleshooting, startup/shutdown activities ...

Vestis

Plant Manager

Bluefield, VA · On-site

Leverages resources of Operation Support team as needed to address and overcome plant operation ... Post-secondary education (four-years suggested) in Industrial and/or Mechanical Engineering ...

NAES Corporation

Plant Engineer

Faribault, MN · On-site

$150K - $190K/hr

The Power Plant Engineer also supports NERC compliance, technical improvements, and continuous ... Support Operations and Maintenance with equipment troubleshooting, startup/shutdown activities ...

Amrize

Plant Engineer

Rockville, MD · On-site

Apply engineering principles to support the plant operation * Develop and implement operating procedures for new fly ash beneficiation plant * Be part of the plant leadership team to optimize and ...

Vestis

Plant Manager

Fresno, CA · On-site

Leverages resources of Operation Support team as needed to address and overcome plant operation ... Post-secondary education (four-years suggested) in Industrial and/or Mechanical Engineering ...

Vestis

Plant Manager

Topeka, KS · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

Leverages resources of Operation Support team as needed to address and overcome plant operation ... Post-secondary education (four-years suggested) in Industrial and/or Mechanical Engineering ...

Vestis

Plant Manager

Decatur, AL · On-site

Leverages resources of Operation Support team as needed to address and overcome plant operation ... Post-secondary education (four-years suggested) in Industrial and/or Mechanical Engineering ...

Pilgrim's

Plant Engineer

La Fayette, GA · On-site

With regards to the wastewater pretreatment plant operation, the Plant Engineers ensure that all local, state, and federal regulations are met. By staying on top of the latest technology and ...

Pilgrim's

Plant Engineer

La Fayette, GA · On-site

$108K - $132K/yr

With regards to the wastewater pretreatment plant operation, the Plant Engineers ensure that all local, state, and federal regulations are met. By staying on top of the latest technology and ...

Pilgrim's

Plant Engineer

La Fayette, GA · On-site

$108K - $132K/yr

With regards to the wastewater pretreatment plant operation, the Plant Engineers ensure that all local, state, and federal regulations are met. By staying on top of the latest technology and ...

JBS USA

Plant Engineer

La Fayette, GA · On-site

$108K - $132K/yr

With regards to the wastewater pretreatment plant operation, the Plant Engineers ensure that all local, state, and federal regulations are met. By staying on top of the latest technology and ...

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Plant Operations Supervisor

SCS Engineers

Elk River, MN • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

SCS Engineers rating

9.4

Company rating: 9.4 out of 10

Based on 12 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

16th of 454 rated engineering

Job description

What we are looking for

The Plant Operations Supervisor will supervise and lead power plant and/or gas processing plant operations. This person will be responsible for the technical performance and reporting requirements of the plant as well as oversee Plant Managers and Plant Operators working in the facility. This position will also perform the duties of a Plant Operator or Manager when required.

How you can make an impact
  • Supervise, direct, and manage plant operations while ensuring plant efficiency, compliance, and safety.
  • Assist with managing, directing, and organizing operations staff in accordance with project scopes, schedules, budgets and reporting requirements.
  • Assists Operations Manager to achieve revenue growth and profitability for the O&M, consistent with business plans.
  • Works with Plant Managers/Operators, Project Superintendents, and/or other personnel to implement and perform SCS Energy O&M and construction projects giving appropriate consideration to:
    • scope, schedule, productivity, budget, contract, and change orders;
    • subcontracting and material procurement;
    • staffing and oversight of field activities;
    • QA/QC, record keeping, photo records, reporting, data analysis (if applicable), and file maintenance (contract and project);
    • health and safety and safety equipment calibration logs/records; and
    • regulatory agency and client liaison.
  • Responsible for the reporting requirements of assigned plants which includes developing and submitting monthly reporting data.
  • Reviews and approves site production reports, and maintains master maintenance schedule.
  • Responsible for the technical performance of assigned plants.
  • Conduct plant operation and maintenance as needed.
  • Propose and implement corrective solutions when operational deficiencies are identified.
  • Assist with complex troubleshooting and facility repairs.
  • Verify plant maintenance protocols are being followed daily.
  • Ensure all operations are conducted following SCS Health and Safety protocol and all employees have adequate equipment and training to perform their job safely.
  • Trains Plant Managers and Plant Operators in the operation and maintenance of power plants and gas plants.
  • Communicate with clients regarding plant operations and escalate issues as necessary.
Qualifications
  • Eight to 10 years' experience in energy facility O&M and/or construction fields required.
  • At least 5 years of experience with Plant Operation and/or O&M projects.
  • Certifications required or to be obtained:
    • 40 hour HAWOPER,
    • 8 hour Management and Supervisor,
    • OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120,
    • Confined Space Entry, and
    • Trench Excavation Safety training.
  • Meet physical requirements for walking inspections of improved and unimproved property.
Pay RangeUSD $50.00 - USD $60.00 /Yr.Additional InformationPlease note that our pay ranges are determined by several factors, including relevant experience, internal pay equity, and location. They do not include any of the amazing benefits of being an employee-owner, which are listed below. SCS is building a world where environmental systems and infrastructure strengthen the health, safety and resilience of communities - from reducing methane emissions at landfills to producing alternative energy, from repurposing contaminated properties to sequestering carbon. As a 100% employee-owned firm, we bring a long-term perspective, personal ownership and shared success to everything we do. We live our values every day: We care. We are a team. We are tenacious. Join us and be part of a team where your work has real impact - on the world and on your own growth. As a growing firm, we offer excellent opportunities for career advancement and a comprehensive package, including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance 100% employer- funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401K including employer match Annual Bonus Program Student Debt Employer Contribution Program Paid holidays, PTO and Paid Parental Leave SCS Engineers is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). SCS provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disabled status. If you have questions, difficulty using our online system and/or you need an accommodation due to a disability then please contact us about your interest in employment at recruiting@scsengineers.comEmployment Type: FULL_TIME

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