Job Description
\nPlant Yates Maintenance Specialist Sr.
\nJob Responsibilities
\nServe as technical system owner responsible for maintenance strategy, reliability, and long-term performance of assigned plant systems.
\nDevelop, execute, and continuously improve preventive and corrective maintenance strategies using equipment history, PM effectiveness, and failure data.
\nProvide technical guidance and oversight for maintenance execution, including job scoping, prioritization, planning, scheduling, and weekly work plan coordination.
\nLead or support Root Cause Analyses (RCA) and implement corrective actions to prevent repeat failures.
\nPlan, schedule, and execute forced, planned, and maintenance outages, including scope development, contractor coordination, and execution oversight.
\nCoordinate major maintenance, repair, replacement, and capital activities, ensuring adherence to OEM specifications, maintenance procedures, safety requirements, and contract terms.
\nAnalyse abnormal or critical equipment conditions and develop sound technical solutions that balance reliability, cost, and operational risk.
\nServe as subject matter expert (SME) for assigned systems, providing technical guidance to maintenance personnel based on OEM manuals, specifications, and best practices.
\nManage and track maintenance and outage budgets, providing forecasts and input for labor, materials, services, and capital needs.
\nUtilize computerized systems daily (including Maximo, Oracle Cloud, Tableau, OIS, Excel, Safe TK, and Word) to track work execution, material status, costs, and performance.
\nSupport implementation of Southern Company fleet standards and best practices; evaluate new or rebuilt equipment and stay current with applicable technologies.
\nServe as Contract Administrator for plant contractors and vendors.
\nEnsure compliance with Southern Company Maintenance & Modifications Agreement (SCMMA) and all applicable policies and procedures.
\nJob Requirements
\nMinimum 5 years of experience in operations and/or maintenance within an electric generating plant or equivalent heavy industrial environment.
\nStrong understanding of power plant equipment operation, maintenance methods, and system interactions.
\nPrior mechanical and/or electrical maintenance experience in power generation systems strongly preferred.
\nDemonstrated ability to analyse complex equipment issues and implement safe, effective, and cost-conscious technical solutions.
\nWorking knowledge of Maximo and Oracle strongly preferred; familiarity with Tableau, OIS, CIMS, Excel, Safe TK, and Word preferred.
\nExperience with resource planning, system ownership, outage planning, budgeting, or capital project execution is a plus.
\nExperience with gas boiler/turbine power generation equipment is beneficial.
\nExperience coordinating contractors, plant resources, or leading maintenance crews is highly desirable.
\nStrong technical understanding or hands-on experience with industrial disciplines such as:
\nPrecision Measuring and machine alignment
\nRigging and crane operations (critical lifts)
\nWelding, cutting, and machining concepts.
\nPump and valve repair.
\nHigh-energy piping and boiler maintenance
\nElectrical systems and equipment
\nBehavioural Attributes
\nSafety-focused mindset demonstrated in all work activities and decisions.
\nSelf-motivated, initiative-taking, and capable of operating with minimal supervision.
\nStrong technical judgment and confidence making critical equipment and resource decisions.
\nClear and effective communicator with the ability to work across multiple departments and disciplines.
\nTeam-oriented with a willingness to support others and close gaps when identified.
\nProfessional, ethical, and accountable; consistently demonstrates integrity and company values.
\nPositive, solution-driven attitude with a focus on continuous improvement.
\nWillingness to support an inclusive and respectful work environment.
\nAvailable for on-call rotation, outage support, and extended hours including nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
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