Team Leader - Power Plant Operations

AES group; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

AES is seeking a Team Leader for Power Plant Operations at our Indianapolis site. The role supervises 4–5 operators per shift and ensures safe, reliable natural gas-fired unit operation.

You will oversee LOTO, isolation for maintenance, and cross‑functional coordination with maintenance, operations, and contractors to meet schedules. The position emphasizes safety, process improvement, and operator development, with on-call 24/7 rotating coverage.

Qualifications

• Direct and supervise operators for safe, reliable unit operation.
• Maintain LOTO practices and isolate equipment for maint/contractors.
• Identify and troubleshoot unit operation issues and document in WMMS (SAP).
• Coordinate multiple crews (maintenance, operations, contractors) to meet schedules.
• Support operator skill development through training and hands-on instruction.

Responsibilities

• Direct and assist operators with safe and reliable unit operation.
• Maintain LOTO, create and hang clearances as needed. Provide 100% isolation for maintenance and contractor crews.
• Identify and troubleshoot issues with unit operation and enter notifications into WMMS (SAP) as needed.
• Work with, coordinate and direct multiple crews (maintenance, operations and contractors) as needed.
• Help develop operator's skills and proficiencies through training and hands on instruction.
• Maintain the operations schedule through scheduling shifts, vacations and overtime.
• Other duties within area of responsibility as assigned.

Skills

Team leadership

Operational excellence

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting

Tools

WMMS (SAP)

Job description

Team Leader - Power Plant Operations### Team Leader - Power Plant OperationsApply: On Site: US, Indianapolis, IN: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: November 19, 2026 (14 days left to apply): R1065357Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation, the largest US-based global power company with a team of 8,300 employees across 12 countries. AES has been **ranked #1 by BloombergNEF**in renewable energy sales to corporations in the US and Americas for five consecutive years, providing electricity for **millions of people worldwide.** We are proud to foster a strong workplace culture, earning prominent positions in Great Place to WorkTM rankings across the markets where we operate. AES was also named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies for the 13th consecutive year in 2026, highlighting our dedication to integrity, transparency, and responsible business practices. Our spirit of innovation continues to earn industry recognition. AES is the only seven-time winner of the Edison Electric Institute’s Edison Awards in the twenty-first century, a distinction honoring global leadership in advancing the electric power industry. If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a more sustainable future, we're powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in global energy. The Team Leader, Gas Operations, leads a team in the safe and effective management of natural gas fired power generation operations. They set objectives, improve processes, and ensure compliance with relevant regulations. They foster collaboration within the team and with other departments to address operational issues and contribute to the organization's commitment to safety and continuous improvement. The Team Leader promotes a positive work environment, providing guidance and support to team members to achieve operational goals.The Team Leader (TL) works as the frontline leader in operations. Each shift under the TL will have 4-5 operators working to operate the facility. The TL will work with 4 other TL's to provide continuous coverage of the plant and will be responsible for ensuring the safe reliable operations of all the units onsite. TL's also run the Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) Office for the facility. TL's work primarily day shift but also provide on-call, 24/7 rotating coverage as needed.**Qualifications**Degreed candidates are preferred to have five (5) years experience in progressively responsible assignments, demonstrating success in both technical and supervisory positions within power plant operations.Non-degreed candidates are preferred to have ten (10) years experience in progressively responsible assignments, demonstrating success in both technical and supervisory positions within power plant operations.**Primary Duties**1) Direct and assist operators with safe and reliable unit operation.2) Maintain LOTO, create and hang clearances as needed. Provide 100% isolation for maintenance and contractor crews.3) Identify and troubleshoot issues with unit operation and performance and enter notifications into WMMS (SAP) as needed.4) Work with, coordinate and direct multiple crews (maintenance, operations and contractors) as needed.5) Help develop operator's skills and proficiencies through training and hands on instruction.6) Maintain the operations schedule through scheduling shifts, vacations and overtime.7) Other duties within area of responsibility as assigned.AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.