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Outage Scheduler

Holtec International
Full-time
On-site
Covert, Michigan, United States

OUTAGE SCHEDULER

Holtec Palisades is currently seeking an Outage Scheduler to join the Palisades Nuclear Plant team in Covert, MI. 

We are proud of our reputation for professional and technical excellence, and we recognize that the key to upholding that reputation resides in the excellence of our employees. We are looking for talent who brings value to the organization and contributes to advancing our business and reputation. 

Palisades Nuclear Power Plant is positioned to become the first nuclear power plant in the United States to restart after previously entering the early stages of decommissioning. By joining our team, you will be part of a unique and historic undertaking for the industry and the nation!


JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE
Develops and maintains detailed outage schedules.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Develops and maintains the detailed outage work schedule.
  • Develops and maintains detailed testing and retest schedules and maintains resource loading profiles.
  • Interfaces with work group representatives to level resources using selected profiles.
  • Reviews specific scope of work orders and makes recommendations for scheduling.
  • Develops 'what if' schedules and performs analysis with working groups to determine the most effective method of scheduling the work.
  • Identifies support activities and adds these activities to the schedule.
  • Updates work management and scheduling software programs.
  • Provides reports to define work scope.
  • Coordinates with Operations to determine the scope of tagging system boundaries.
  • Updates progress on schedules during execution.
  • Conducts critical path analysis for outage schedules.
  • Assists with development of post work critiques.
  • Facilitates the interface between multiple work groups.
  • Identifies deficiencies, analyzes alternatives and recommends solutions to schedule conflicts.
  • Recommends changes to existing methods, procedures and processes to improve overall outage activities.
  • Communicates technical information, concepts and ideas both verbally and in writing.
  • Serves as a member of the Emergency Response Organization.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Minimum education required of the position:
  • Scheduler I: Desired: Technical degree or other scientific discipline generally associated with power plant operations or equivalent work experience.
  • Scheduler II: Desired: B.S. Degree in Engineering or other scientific discipline generally associated with power plant operations or equivalent work experience.
  • Scheduler Sr: Desired: B.S. Degree in Engineering or other scientific discipline generally associated with power plant operations or equivalent work experience.
  • Outage Scheduler. Sr: Desired: B.S. Degree in Engineering or other scientific discipline generally associated with power plant operations or equivalent work experience.
Minimum experience required of the position:
  • Scheduler I: At least 1 year of nuclear power plant experience.
  • Scheduler II: At least 3 years of nuclear power plant experience.
  • Scheduler Sr: 4 years of nuclear power plant experience. Desired: 2 years’ experience in Maintenance, Production or Operations at the facility.
  • Outage Scheduler, Sr: At least 4 years of nuclear power plant experience. Desired: 2 years experience in Maintenance or Operations at the facility.
Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities required of the position:
  • Technical understanding of nuclear generation principles and operations. Outstanding communication and conflict management skills.
  • Desired: Proficiency with current computer business applications.
Any certificates, licenses, etc., required for the position: None
ANSI Required: N



Holtec Palisades offers its employees a robust rewards package which includes: a competitive salary; a broad benefits package including medical/RX, dental, vision, life, disability, hospitalization, and other valuable voluntary options; time-off programs; 401(k) with employer match; professional and career development opportunities; and an unmatched culture focused on client-service, quality, and tireless pursuit of excellence in all we do. Holtec Palisades is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability.