Power Plant Operations Manager

Power Plant Operations Manager

Location : Stockton, CA

Company : DTE Energy Services, Inc.

The pay range for this position is $126,600.00 - $156,200.00.

Job Summary

Responsible for the safe and efficient operation and management of staff at the generating plant. Provides direct supervision and leadership of the operations group under the general direction of the Assistant Plant Manager. The person holding this position provides leadership to the operations group on the daily operation of generating equipment under the general direction of the Assistant Plant Manager. Responsibilities include managing the daily operation of the facility to ensure the environment and plant personnel are safe. Requires knowledge of all environmental and compliance permits and how they are implemented in an operating plant, as well as demonstrated knowledge of the maintenance management function of a wood-fired stoker power plant. Results are reviewed through the achievement of set goals and adherence to these policies, procedures, and practices.

Key Accountabilities

• Directs plant operations and operating personnel to ensure that generating requirements and plant efficiency are maintained, and that local, state and federal safety and operational environmental standards are met.
• Develops, implements and manages consistent plant operating philosophies and best practices to maximize plant availability, efficiency and productivity.
• Constantly reviews and improves operational processes and ensures that operating personnel are properly trained and adhere to established procedures and standards in accordance with prudent industry practices.
• Manages the fuel yard, including safe and efficient storage and mixing of biomass fuel, maintains positive fuel supplier relationships and overall quality control of fuel supply.
• Manages safety and environmental compliance and reporting to federal, state and local government authorities.
• Develops performance goals and reviews to align employee accountabilities and conduct with operational processes.
• Investigate operating abnormalities and incidents to improve equipment availability and performance and to minimize maintenance requirements.
• Prepares necessary plant operation reports in a timely manner and investigates all forced outages.
• Prepares and continually evaluates the operating department's budgets and / or makes recommendations to the Assistant Plant Manager relative to optimize Operations cost effectiveness, work quality, outage time, and capital budgets.
• Reviews and provides operational input to maintenance and assists with maintenance engineering evaluation and troubleshooting of equipment abnormalities. Maintains a consistent and effective level of communications with Assistant Plant Manager, Maintenance Manager, Administrative staff, and O&M Technicians on shift.
• Establishes department and group goals based on market dynamics and the needs of customers, employees, the owners and other stakeholders.
• Assures proper staffing, scheduling, orientation and training of the plant staff, and manages compliance with all company policies and procedures. Recruits, interviews and assigns Operations employment candidates.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements

Other Qualifications

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

The physical demands characterized here epitomize those that must be met by an employee to properly perform the integral functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In order to properly perform the integral functions of this job, the employee is required to :

Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions, including wet and / or humid conditions, and heat and cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate in the office but may become loud at the plant site. Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and / or machinery and equipment with high temperatures. Exposed to protected and unprotected heights, which requires the use of a personal fall protection system (harness / lifeline). Occasionally exposed to vibration and fumes or airborne particles which will require the use of personal protective equipment including respirators; fire retardant clothing; self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), etc.

Additional Information

Incumbents may engage in all or some combination of the activities and accountabilities and utilize a variety of the competencies cited in this description depending upon the organization and role to which they are assigned. This description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents in this job. It is not intended as an all-inclusive list of accountabilities or responsibilities, nor is it intended to limit the rights of supervisors or management representatives to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.

At DTE Energy, we are committed to providing an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and a sense of belonging. We seek individuals with a heart for service, a passion to help our communities prosper, and ideas to help shape the future of energy. We are proud to be an equal opportunity, employer that considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, disability, national origin, citizenship, height, weight, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable federal and / or state laws.