Distribution Field Coordinator: Safety & Outage Planning

Entergy Corporation; Madison (MS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Entergy is seeking a Field Coordinator - Distribution in Madison, MS to ensure safe, efficient execution of distribution construction and maintenance. You will validate switching orders, embed Life Critical Rules, and prepare outage steps with DOC collaboration to strengthen restoration readiness.

The role emphasizes execution readiness, cross-functional coordination with Field Crews, Dispatch, and Supply Chain, and technical coaching to prevent delays and improve planning quality.

Qualifications

• Senior-level contributor exhibits advanced safety leadership in planning.
• They leverage distribution standards, system configuration, materials, and construction methods.
• They prepare and review complex outage plans and switching strategies.

Responsibilities

• Safety Leadership & High‑Risk Planning – Anticipates hazards, embeds rules, and ensures safety controls before mobilization.
• Standards Compliance, Quality Control & Work Package Validation – Reviews, assesses sites, verifies materials, and uses QA/QC to prevent discrepancies.
• System Operations Support, Switching Readiness & Outage Planning – Prepares switching packages and outage steps coordinating with DOC.
• Execution Readiness & Work Enablement – Confirms permits, logistics, equipment, and materials before field work.
• Technical Coaching, Troubleshooting & Field Support – Guides planners and crews, resolves planning gaps, and improves processes.

Skills

Safety leadership

QA/QC discipline

Outage planning

Execution readiness

Coaching & mentoring

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Entergy is seeking a Field Coordinator - Distribution in Madison, MS to ensure safe, efficient execution of distribution construction and maintenance. You will validate switching orders, embed Life Critical Rules, and prepare outage steps with DOC collaboration to strengthen restoration readiness.

The role emphasizes execution readiness, cross-functional coordination with Field Crews, Dispatch, and Supply Chain, and technical coaching to prevent delays and improve planning quality.