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U.S. Sugar

Power Plant Supervisor

Savannah, GA · On-site

Power Plant Supervisor Posting Start Date: 8/3/26 Job Location: United States Sugar Savannah SUMMARY * The purpose of this position is to train, coach, and lead the members of the operations and ...

Veolia

Power Plant Supervisor

Arkadelphia, AR · On-site

Point of contact for communication with employees inside and outside of plant. * Work flexible ... power industry preferred * 5 - 10 years incineration experience preferred * Two years supervisory ...

TXU Energy

Plant Supervisor - Baldwin

Baldwin, IL · On-site

$105K - $145K/yr

Job Summary The Plant Supervisor is responsible for supporting the operation and maintenance of Vistra Power Generating Stations. The position may require some travel in the support of other Vistra ...

Vst

Plant Supervisor - Baldwin

Baldwin, IL · On-site

$105K - $145K/yr

Job Summary The Plant Supervisor is responsible for supporting the operation and maintenance of Vistra Power Generating Stations. The position may require some travel in the support of other Vistra ...

Luminant

Plant Supervisor - Baldwin

Baldwin, IL · On-site

$105K - $145K/yr

Job Summary The Plant Supervisor is responsible for supporting the operation and maintenance of Vistra Power Generating Stations. The position may require some travel in the support of other Vistra ...

City of Pasadena, CA

Power Plant Operator

Pasadena, CA · On-site

$101K - $120K/yr

Under direction from the Power Plant Control Operator, operates steam and gas turbo-electric ... Chemically treats and controls cooling towers; supervises delivery of chemicals to holding tanks ...

City of Pasadena

Power Plant Operator

Pasadena, CA · On-site

$101K - $120K/yr

Chemically treats and controls cooling towers; supervises delivery of chemicals to holding tanks ... Under instruction from the Power Plant Control Operator, racks in/out equipment circuit breakers ...

ANA

Plant Supervisor

Henderson, NV · On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

... Power Generators, AIRMAN Air Compressors, and ANA's patented EBOSS ® Hybrid Energy System and ... As a Plant Supervisor, you will oversee and manage production shift employees and ensure compliance ...

ANA

Plant Supervisor

Henderson, NV · On-site

$75 - $85/hr

... Power Generators, AIRMAN Air Compressors, and ANA's patented EBOSS ® Hybrid Energy System and ... As a Plant Supervisor, you will oversee and manage production shift employees and ensure compliance ...

ANA

Plant Supervisor

Henderson, NV · On-site

... Power Generators, AIRMAN Air Compressors, and ANA's patented EBOSS Hybrid Energy System and Smart ... As a Plant Supervisor, you will oversee and manage production shift employees and ensure compliance ...

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How much do power plant supervisor jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for power plant supervisor in the United States is $113,198.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $87,000.00 and $132,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a power plant supervisor do?

A Power Plant Supervisor oversees the daily operations, maintenance, and safety of a power generation facility. They manage staff, ensure compliance with regulations, monitor equipment performance, and coordinate repairs to maintain efficiency and reliability. Additionally, they implement safety protocols and work to optimize plant productivity while minimizing downtime. Effective leadership and problem-solving skills are essential for this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a power plant supervisor?

To thrive as a Power Plant Supervisor, you need a strong background in power generation operations, safety protocols, and equipment maintenance, typically supported by a relevant engineering degree or technical certification. Familiarity with SCADA systems, plant control software, OSHA regulations, and possibly a Power Plant Operator Certification is often required. Leadership, problem-solving, and clear communication are standout soft skills in this position. These competencies are crucial for safe, efficient plant operation and effective management of teams in high-stakes environments.

What does a typical day look like for a power plant supervisor?

A typical day for a Power Plant Supervisor involves overseeing plant operations, coordinating with maintenance teams, monitoring system performance, and ensuring safety and environmental standards are met. You will lead shift briefings, respond to equipment issues, schedule repairs, and provide guidance to operators and technicians. Frequent collaboration with engineering staff and upper management is common, especially during performance reviews or outages. This role also involves preparing reports and documenting incidents to help optimize plant reliability and efficiency. The environment is fast-paced and requires constant vigilance to maintain smooth operations and compliance.

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Power Plant Supervisor

U.S. Sugar

Savannah, GA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 22 days ago

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Company rating: 9.1 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Power Plant Supervisor
Posting Start Date: 8/3/26
Job Location: United States Sugar Savannah
SUMMARY
  • The purpose of this position is to train, coach, and lead the members of the operations and maintenance functions of the Utilities Department to safely perform required tasks, meet plant objectives, and develop and follow standard work practices.
  • The objectives of this position are:
  • Create a team that is well trained in all facets of the Utilities operations, works together to accomplish its goals, and rewards hard work and a team first attitude.
  • Be the operational expert on all equipment, procedures, and work practices in the Utilities department.
  • Help create and maintain standard work practices that are efficient, able to be carried out, and create the desired results consistently.
  • Develop future leaders for the plant from the Utilities team.

FUNCTIONS
Primary Responsibilities/Essential Functions
  • Ensures environmental and safety compliance of Power Plant operation by all parties.
  • Reviews daily operations of Power Plant.
  • Works with Training Coordinator to develop and implement training plan for refinery associates. Identifies required job tasks for refinery positions.
  • Writes process descriptions, procedures, and other related training information.
  • Interfaces with maintenance personnel to prioritize maintenance work.
  • Ensures compliance with all company policies.
  • Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.
  • Understands process and shift constraints, suggest changes in process and use of equipment to increase efficiency of refinery
  • Writes SOPs and assists with writing training plans.
  • Responsible for troubleshooting, analyzing, correcting, and creating long term corrections for all problems that occur on equipment associated with the Utilities department.
  • Responsible for the cleanliness/Five S of the area assigned. Reviews MSS and signs off
  • Analyzes and resolves process problems, assists and train workers in troubleshooting.
  • Reviews daily instructions and communicates important information to other associates. Responsible for communicating the production plan to operators
  • Reviews lab data on a timely basis to ensure process is running efficiently.
  • Records process information in logs and data sheets.
  • Writes summary reports.
  • Communicates down time, boiler trips, startup timelines and other significant production issues to refinery management, technical staff, and maintenance.
  • Develops work schedules to meet work requirements.
  • Completes SAP requirements for employees' timecards.
  • Responsible for auditing operators' documents (logbooks, round sheets, and other checklists) to verify completion.
  • Responsible for notifying the Quality Control department in the event of a food safety/quality issue.
  • Responsible for covering/supervising the refinery during weekends and absences of other supervisory personnel.
  • Responsible for covering shift if necessary.
  • Ensures all maintenance work requested is entered into the CMMS system, reviews back logs in CMMS, and works with Utilities Manager and planners to develop maintenance schedules.
  • Supports TPM and maintenance initiatives. Interfaces with planners and schedulers
  • Lead confined space entries, hot work, and other permitted processes in the Utilities area.

Additional Responsibilities
  • As directed by the Utilities Manager

Company Conformance Statements
In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to conform to the following:
  • Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
  • Interact professionally with co-workers, Company business associates and the general public.
  • Work together in a cooperative spirit to serve the best interests of the Company.
  • Operate in a fully responsible manner and comply with the law and Company policy.

Company SHE Primary Responsibilities
  • Understand and observe all Safety, Health & Environmental rules, and procedures.
  • Report or correct any unsafe act or condition.
  • Report any chemical/fuel spill to supervision.
  • Report any pain or discomfort to supervision.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Professional Certifications/Licenses
The following are the basic qualifications:
  • High School Diploma or GED

The following are the preferred qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree, preferably in mechanical or electrical engineering, or a business-related field of study
  • Associate's degree, in a industrial or technical field of study

Experience
The following are the basic qualifications:
  • Three to five years related operational/maintenance experience

The following are the preferred qualifications:
  • Related experience in a supervisory role with direct reports

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (including any physical demands)
The following are the basic qualifications:
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
  • Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry, and physics.
  • To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Power Point, Microsoft Outlook, and Excel Spreadsheet software.
  • Highly developed human relations skills required to direct staff
  • While performing the duties of this job, the associate is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The associate is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The associate must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

The following are the preferred qualifications:
  • Knowledge of Access Database software, Microsoft Project, Peoplesoft Manufacturing software

WORKING CONDITIONS
Working Conditions
  • While performing the duties of this job, the associate is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, outside weather conditions, extreme cold, and extreme heat. The associate is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The associate is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Employee Supervision
  • Direct supervisory responsibilities

Decision Making/Accountability
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Ability to understand servo/PLC driven equipment.
  • Ability to hold team members accountable to company standards and work practices.

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