Operations Supervisor

EthosEnergy; Berlin (NH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) Plan

Paid Parental Leave

Referral Bonus

Career Development

Perks & Discounts

Job summary

EthosEnergy O&M in Berlin, NH seeks a Hydro Technician Supervisor (HTS) to lead hydro technicians in operating, maintaining and repairing equipment across assigned sites. The HTS will coordinate maintenance plans, review SMS/FiiX data, and support plant managers with projects and outages.

The ideal candidate has strong mechanical/electrical aptitude, experience with maintenance systems, and the ability to manage day-to-day activities and after-hours calls while ensuring safety and timely

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; an associate degree in Machine Tool Processes or Welding or similar field.
• Experience using maintenance software and Microsoft Excel/Projects.

Responsibilities

• Supervise hydro technicians and oversee day-to-day plant activities.
• Review and maintain maintenance schedules; ensure data capture in FiiX.
• Coordinate quotes and work orders with vendors; plan scope.
• Assist with after-hours calls and on-call duties.
• Support training of Hydro Technicians and safety practices.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Maintenance philosophy

Control systems

CDL/medical card

Dexterity

NFPA 70/NETA awareness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in Machine Tool Processes or Welding

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

FiiX maintenance system

Job description

EthosEnergy O&M is recruiting for a Hydro Technician Supervisor (HTS) for its Berlin, NH location(s). The focus of the HTS is to supervise the hydro technicians in the operation, maintenance and equipment repair. The HTS will be responsible for managing targeted work scopes for sites and associated equipment. Duties will involve operating the equipment as well as being assigned projects by the Plant Manager to assist in completing them with onsite crews. In addition to this, the HTS will be responsible for continual review of the SMS / FiiX / Quick base systems to capture overdue jobs, critical work items and unit outages.

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for the day-to-day activities of the assigned plants within the operating region.
• Be available for after-hour call outs, weekends, and holidays.
• Review maintenance records for individual sites to identify and address trending failures.
• Manage the proper recording of work scopes throughout the assigned region using FIIX.
• Develop, review, and implement maintenance schedules with Plant Manager, assuring all documentation is present and the proper data is collected and stored in the maintenance system (FiiX)
• Assist Plant Manager in initiating quotes or work orders with vendors to complete work scopes on time.
• Schedule and organize preventative maintenance and repairs on a wide variety of complex mechanical / electrical equipment.
• Assist with NH & MA generation forecasting.
• Assist with directing the day-to-day work activities of Hydro Technicians and contractors.
• Assist with directing after-hour call ins of Hydro Technicians.
• Assist with training of Hydro Technicians.
• Assist with activities such as annual maintenance tasks on turbines and fish lifts, debris removal, developing work scopes and station facilities upkeep.
• Review and address all overdue work items as indicated in SMS / FiiX.
• Complete assigned work scopes in a timely manner while maximizing internal resources.
• Work with vendors / 3rd parties to plan and support upcoming work scopes.
• Work with Fish and Wildlife, and regulatory agencies on fish passage during the fish spawning season.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on a wide variety of complex mechanical parts and equipment, including all aspects of the Lock-Out/Tag-Out process.
• Perform preventative maintenance on a variety of mechanical/electrical equipment.
• Work with 3rd party vendors to safely complete work scopes and ensure proper safe work practices and LOTO.
• Assist Plant Manager with directing emergency resources during dam safety or public safety events.

Required Skills / Knowledge

• Extensive understanding of mechanical and electrical systems and controls
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical philosophy and systems as it relates to power generation facilities.
• Familiarity with Control systems and networking is a plus.
• Understanding NFPA 70 and NETA guidelines is a plus. Ability to understand and manage computer-based maintenance systems.
• Manual and finger dexterity.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Electrical aptitude.
• A Commercial Driver's License or medical card may be required.

Experience

• Minimum of 6 years of experience managing power generation facilities or equipment.

Education Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent and an associate degree or equivalent in Machine Tool Processes, Welding or other similar fields and the successful completion of any appropriate company assigned aptitude tests.
• Familiar with Microsoft, Excel and Projects.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work from heights and in enclosed areas.
• Ability to communicate effectively, follow instructions, perform basic math functions, climb, and work on structures or overwater, and work without supervision.
• Ability to lift 30+ pounds.

What We Offer

• Supportive company culture that values its employees
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision & 401 K Plan
• Paid Parental Leave, Time Off & Holidays
• Extra money in your paycheck - Employee Referral Bonus
• Personal Development & Career Succession Planning
• Company sponsored Perks & Discount programs

EthosEnergy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.