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TEKsystems

Maintenance Planner

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$50 - $65/hr

Maintenance Planner II (SAP S/4 HANA) Location: 100% Remote Job Type: Contract (3 Months with ... Experience in utilities, power generation, renewable energy, manufacturing, or industrial ...

MITER Brands

Maintenance Planner

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$30 - $34/hr

We are currently seeking a skilled maintenance planner to join our team in Sacramento. A successful ... PLC experience a plus - Ability to maintain plant utilities (lighting, water systems, drain systems ...

Aspen Aerogels

Maintenance Planner

East Providence, RI · On-site

$75K - $90K/yr

This Maintenance Planner is central to the site's continuous improvement goals, ensuring ... This role partners closely with the two Shift Supervisors and the Supervisor of Plant Utilities ...

MITER Brands

Maintenance Planner

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$30 - $34/hr

We are currently seeking a skilled maintenance planner to join our team in Sacramento. A successful ... PLC experience a plus - Ability to maintain plant utilities (lighting, water systems, drain systems ...

GKN Aerospace

Maintenance Planner

El Cajon, CA · On-site

Job Summary The Maintenance Planner is responsible for planning, scheduling, coordinating, and ... Develop, maintain, and improve preventive maintenance schedules for production, facility, utility ...

GKN Aerospace Careers

Maintenance Planner

El Cajon, CA · On-site

Job Summary The Maintenance Planner is responsible for planning, scheduling, coordinating, and ... Develop, maintain, and improve preventive maintenance schedules for production, facility, utility ...

Nestlé S.A.

Maintenance Planner

Burlington, WI · On-site

... utilities, and/or other support area equipment. * Monitor work order backlog; schedule backlog work in a timely manner to maintain a reasonable level. * Monitor/audit Mechanic data entry and quality ...

Nestlé S.A.

Maintenance Planner

Schaumburg, IL · On-site

... utilities, and/or other support area equipment. * Monitor work order backlog; schedule backlog work in a timely manner to maintain a reasonable level. * Monitor/audit Mechanic data entry and quality ...

Nestle

Maintenance Planner

Burlington, WI · On-site

... utilities, and/or other support area equipment. * Monitor work order backlog; schedule backlog work in a timely manner to maintain a reasonable level. * Monitor/audit Mechanic data entry and quality ...

Nestle

Maintenance Planner

Schaumburg, IL · On-site

... utilities, and/or other support area equipment. * Monitor work order backlog; schedule backlog work in a timely manner to maintain a reasonable level. * Monitor/audit Mechanic data entry and quality ...

Cirba-Solutions-1

Maintenance Planner

Lancaster, OH · On-site

Maintenance Planner Full Time Lancaster, OH, US 2 days ago Requisition ID: 1527 Cirba Solutions is ... Knowledge and understanding of building management and utility systems. * Self-directed, excellent ...

Ecovyst Inc.

Maintenance Planner

Hammond, IN · On-site

Maintenance Planner SALARY FT NON-EXEMPT Hammond, IN, US Backed by an over 130-year history ... Manage rental equipment requirements, including cranes, manlifts, scaffolding, temporary utilities ...

Ecovyst Inc.

Maintenance Planner SALARY FT NON-EXEMPT Hammond, IN, US Backed by an over 130-year history ... Manage rental equipment requirements, including cranes, manlifts, scaffolding, temporary utilities ...

Nestlé USA

Maintenance Planner

Schaumburg, IL · On-site

$79K - $118K/yr

... utilities, and/or other support area equipment. * Monitor work order backlog; schedule backlog work in a timely manner to maintain a reasonable level. * Monitor/audit Mechanic data entry and quality ...

MRINetwork Jobs

Maintenance Planner

Aiken, SC · On-site

Schedule weekly planning meetings with the appropriate maintenance, utilities, and production personnel to finalize maintenance plans for the following week. Continued development of equipment BOM ...

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How much do utility maintenance planner jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for utility maintenance planner in the United States is $35.59, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $27.64 and $42.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a utility maintenance planner do?

A Utility Maintenance Planner is responsible for developing and organizing maintenance plans for utility systems, such as water, gas, or electricity infrastructure. They analyze work requirements, schedule maintenance tasks, allocate resources, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Their goal is to optimize equipment reliability, minimize downtime, and enhance operational efficiency through effective planning and coordination with maintenance teams.

How does a utility maintenance planner typically collaborate with field technicians and other departments to ensure efficient maintenance scheduling?

Utility Maintenance Planners play a critical role in bridging communication between field technicians, engineering teams, and management. They work closely with technicians to gather input on equipment status, confirm job requirements, and prioritize tasks based on operational needs and safety considerations. Planners also coordinate with inventory and procurement departments to ensure materials are available before scheduled maintenance. Regular meetings and updates help streamline workflows, minimize downtime, and ensure everyone is aligned on project timelines and responsibilities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a utility maintenance planner, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Utility Maintenance Planner, you need a strong background in maintenance planning, asset management, and utility systems, typically supported by relevant technical education or experience. Proficiency with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), scheduling software, and knowledge of safety regulations is essential. Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities help planners coordinate tasks and collaborate with maintenance teams. These skills ensure efficient maintenance operations, minimize downtime, and support compliance and safety standards in utility services.

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Maintenance Planner

California, MO • On-site

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Posted 4 days ago

Job description

  • Own work order planning and scheduling for Fervo's fleet of geothermal generating facilities
  • Convert preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance Work Requests into fully planned work orders in the CMMS
  • Define scope, procedures, parts, labor hours, discipline requirements, permits, and outage or access windows
  • Process PM/CbM work and Work Requests from Operations, Maintenance, Commissioning, Engineering, and Reliability
  • Build reusable work procedures by equipment type
  • Iterate plans using technician feedback and verify parts, permits, and access requirements before release
  • Maintain a 4 to 6 week rolling backlog of planned, ready-to-schedule work across all sites
  • Maintain searchable maintenance history for each asset, including work performed, parts consumed, and findings
  • Build and maintain the weekly fleet maintenance schedule covering 100% of available work hours
  • Coordinate crew hours and schedule commitments with site maintenance supervisors
  • Bundle jobs to reduce mobilization and production overhead
  • Support execution of unplanned opportunities from the planned backlog and rework affected plans and schedules
  • Own CMMS planning and scheduling data, work order quality, backlog accuracy, and schedule compliance reporting
  • Track and report schedule compliance, PM compliance, backlog size in weeks, and planned/reactive/emergency work ratios
  • Maintain asset hierarchy, PM templates, and the job plan library in the CMMS
  • Help develop CMMS and work-stream training plans for new employees
  • Identify and reserve parts and materials and coordinate lead times with Supply Chain
  • Update recurring work procedures based on lessons learned
  • Coordinate with Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Commissioning, and Reliability Technicians
  • Coordinate equipment access, outage windows, and schedule changes affecting plant availability with Operations
  • Escalate unresolved resource conflicts, parts shortfalls, and schedule risks to the Director, Maintenance & Reliability
  • Spend meaningful time in the field with Operations and Maintenance teams, without performing hands-on maintenance work
Requirements
  • 5 or more years of maintenance planning and scheduling experience in an industrial, power generation, or process plant environment
  • Directly supported a workforce of between 10 and 20 technicians
  • Direct working experience with a CMMS (MaintainX, Maximo, SAP, or comparable) for work order planning, PM template management, backlog reporting, and KPI management
  • Strong knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance concepts
  • Experience scheduling multi-discipline maintenance work across more than one site or unit concurrently
  • Experience coordinating parts and materials lead times with a supply chain or procurement function
  • Strong written communication
  • Preferred: Experience in geothermal or other utility-scale power generation maintenance
  • Preferred: Professional background as a plant maintenance technician, engineer, or operator, with relevant experience estimating labor hours
  • Preferred: Familiarity with RCM or FMEA-based maintenance strategy development
  • Preferred: Professional credentials such as CMRP, CMRT, or similar certifications
Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in maintenance planning and scheduling within industrial environments, particularly in geothermal or utility-scale power generation. Proficient in utilizing CMMS for work order management, preventive maintenance, and backlog reporting.

Highest-signal resume keywords
  • CMMS Experience
  • Maintenance Planning
  • Preventive Maintenance Knowledge
  • Scheduling Multi-Discipline Work
  • Parts Coordination
ATS Optimization KeywordsHard Skills
  • Work Order Planning
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Predictive Maintenance
  • Backlog Reporting
  • KPI Management
  • Multi-Site Scheduling
  • Labor Hour Estimation
  • Work Procedure Development
  • Asset Hierarchy Maintenance
  • Schedule Compliance Tracking
Soft Skills
  • Strong Written Communication
Certifications & Qualifications
  • CMRP
  • CMRT
Industry Keywords
  • Geothermal Power Generation
  • Industrial Maintenance
  • Process Plant Environment
  • Utility-Scale Maintenance
  • RCM
  • FMEA
Tools & Technologies
  • MaintainX
  • Maximo
  • SAP
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