Operations & Maintenance Manager

Who We Are

As the largest private-sector power producer in the world and the nation's largest producer of clean and reliable energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: lighting the way to a brilliant tomorrow for all. We have been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade, and we are cultivating a workplace where our employees can grow, thrive, and contribute. Now integrated with Calpine, our portfolio includes 55 gigawatts of capacity from nuclear, natural gas, geothermal, hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 million homes.

Our culture and employee experience make it clear: We are powered by passion and purpose. Together, we're creating healthier communities and a cleaner planet, and our people are the driving force behind our success. At Constellation, you can build a fulfilling career with opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact. By doing our best work and meeting new challenges, we can accomplish great things. Join us in meeting the country's energy needs today and tomorrow.

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Constellation offers an extensive selection of benefits and rewards to help our employees thrive professionally and personally. We provide competitive compensation and a wide-range of benefits that support both employees and their families, helping them prepare for the future. In addition to highly competitive salaries, eligible employees are offered a bonus program, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program; comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including robust wellbeing programs; disability and life insurance benefits; paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days; and much more.

Expected salary range of $148,500 to $165,000, varies based on experience, along with comprehensive benefits package that includes bonus and 401(k).

Constellation is looking for an Operations & Maintenance Manager at our Pine Bluff Energy Center location in Pine Bluff, Arkansas.

Primary Purpose of Position

The Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Manager is responsible for safe, reliable, and compliant operation of the facility. Evaluates and manages plant performance and initiates improvement affecting reliability, availability and efficiency. Operates the plant in a manner that minimizes the cost of generation and maximizes profitability while maintaining the long-term viability of the station assets. The O&M Manager is responsible for daily supervision, monitoring and coaching of employees to ensure a productive workforce in compliance with company policies. Responsibilities include work planning, Corrective Action Program, training, resource scheduling, inspections, and initiating requisitions for procurement of materials and equipment vendors and services from contractors. Responsibilities include calibration and storage of instrument test and measuring equipment and ensuring personnel are knowledgeable of and in compliance with applicable Contracts, Standards and Procedures.

Primary Duties and Accountabilities

• Direct, plan and coordinate the day-to-day activities of operating personnel to meet the needs of the Plant electric, steam and gas demands including efficient utilization of fuel, interaction of the two systems. Manage O&M costs.
• Responsible for the organization and direction of all maintenance work including O&M Technicians and contracted resources. Communicate with the Plant Manager on a routine basis to ensure high standards are maintained and work is scheduled with minimized impact to plant operations.
• Manage employees, including personnel development, performance management, in accordance with the CBA, if applicable, in collaboration with HR and Labor Relations representatives. Administer company and station policies/procedures. Manage a variety of complex projects with conflicting priorities.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state and local regulatory requirements and maintain environmental stewardship.
• Establish and evaluate trends, goals and performance indicators, communicate goals and take appropriate actions based on trends.
• Communicate with other internal and external departments to resolve plant issues, achieve goals and maximize use of resources utilizing excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills at all organizational levels.
• Ensure the development and implementation of daily and weekly schedules.
• All other job assignments and/or duties pursuant to company policy or as directed by management to include but not limited to: (Department duty coverage and/or call out, and positions outside of department in support of outage activities etc.)

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline with 8 years power plant or related industrial experience OR
• Associate's degree in a technical discipline with 10 years power plant or related industrial experience OR
• High school diploma/GED with 12 years power plant or related industrial experience
• Maintain minimum access requirements, as applicable, and favorable medical examination and/or testing in accordance with position duties
• Experience with State, Federal and Local government regulations as they apply to Power Plant Operations
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in business, engineering or related field
• Supervisory or managerial experience
• Multi-site / multi-departmental experience
• Staff Maintenance OR Operations OR Engineering experience
• Collective bargaining experience