Electrical & Maintenance Planner - Field-Heavy

NiSource Inc.; West Wheatfield Township (PA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

NiSource Inc. is seeking a maintenance-oriented professional with hands-on field experience to support planning, scheduling, and execution of work across critical generating assets.

The role requires frequent site walk-downs, coordination with operations and contractors, and a strong emphasis on safety, environmental compliance, and cost control. Onsite attendance is five days a week with potential for extended hours during outages.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in power/industrial maintenance or related technical field.
• Proven knowledge of maintenance, operations, and project processes.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and field activities.
• Experience with maintenance software and office tools.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develops maintenance plans and work packets with detailed scope.
• Coordinates scheduling with operations to ensure reliable unit operations.
• Prioritizes environmental equipment maintenance to meet permits.
• Issues equipment clearance requests with safety focus.
• Assumes maintenance supervisor duties during absences.
• Responds to emergencies outside normal hours.

Skills

Field work

Maintenance planning

Budgeting

Coordination

Project management

Safety procedures

Environmental compliance

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Maximo

SAP

Ariba

Job description

NiSource Inc. is seeking a maintenance-oriented professional with hands-on field experience to support planning, scheduling, and execution of work across critical generating assets.

The role requires frequent site walk-downs, coordination with operations and contractors, and a strong emphasis on safety, environmental compliance, and cost control. Onsite attendance is five days a week with potential for extended hours during outages.