Job Title:  Foreman Plant Operations

JOB INFORMATION

• Job Title: Foreman Plant Operations
• Job Code: 127977
• Job Grade: 44

JOB SUMMARY

LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Supervises daily activities of team. Sets priorities to accomplish task or process completion. Decisions guided by policies, procedures and business plan. May perform the same work as subordinates.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Responsible for the proper staffing and utilization of manpower on the shift.
• Responsible for the inspection of equipment to ascertain problems and initiate or recommend appropriate action to resolve the problem.
• Responsible for the coordination of operation and maintenance with management and OG&E Power Operations and Transmission Operations, so that unified, cohesive control of plant capability is maintained.
• Serves as initial plant contact for business needs of the site whenever plant management is absent (e.g., safety, security, Environmental, external communications, etc.).
• Operating Authority for issuance, approval, initiation and completion of LOTO procedures.
• Conducts safety meetings for assigned shift personnel.
• Maintains log of plant activities during assigned shift.
• Analyzes, studies operating conditions and makes suggestions to plant management to improve operating procedures and practices.
• Informs plant leadership of operating and maintenance activities, which affect the capability of the plant on a daily basis.
• Performs various supervisory functions for subordinates consistent with Company policy.
• Operate the plant from the Control Room and all Auxiliaries, as needed.
• Acts as subject matter expert and coaches and mentors less experienced members in their training and development.
• Directs activities of contractors and vendors, as needed.
• Provides technical management for Operations projects.
• Evaluates project progress and manpower performance (internal and external) and reports to supervisor and/or project manager.
• Provides expert feedback and is an active participant in the RCM (Reliability Centered Maintenance) process.
• Contributes to data collection and potential solutions.
• Monitors, operates and checks equipment.
• Identifies and reports abnormal equipment operations.
• Takes corrective action and/or initiates requests for equipment repair.
• Monitors, analyzes and performs boiler and cooling water chemistry and makes adjustments, as needed.
• Keeps logs, records data and verbally communicates plant conditions.
• Utilizes SAP/PM system for equipment history and verification of work performed.
• Follows all safety and environmental rules and regulations.
• Repairs, inspects and maintains boiler and boiler auxiliaries, turbine/generator auxiliaries, also fuel supply equipment and auxiliaries, if applicable.
• Performs general craft tasks, operates various industrial equipment, and uses power hand tools.
• Reads and interprets drawings and prints.
• Works with other craft and plant personnel, as required.
• All other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma/GED and 6 years of Power Plant Operator or equivalent industrial process operator experience, to include 2 years Power Plant Operator experience with the controls after meeting qualifications requirements (same as Control Operator qualification).

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Required to work non-standard work schedules (i.e. outside typical Monday through Friday) to include overtime, weekends, holidays, and call-outs, as needed.
• May require travel.
• May be required to work at heights up to and exceeding thirty (30) feet, underground.
• May be exposed to extreme conditions and inclement weather.
• Wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Majority of time may be spent performing the same work as subordinates.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS - LIFTING AND OTHER WEIGHT REQMTS

General Requirements
• Occasionally:Standing
• Occasionally:Walking
• Occasionally:Pushing
• Occasionally:Pulling
• Occasionally:Climbing
• Occasionally:Stooping
• Occasionally:Kneeling
• Occasionally:Crouching
• Occasionally:Crawling
• Occasionally:Reaching
• Occasionally:Repetitive Motions
• Frequently:Sitting
• Frequently:Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination
Lifting & Other Weight Requirements
• Occasionally:Lifting up to 50 lbs
• Occasionally:Carrying up to 50 lbs

SPECIAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

• Other – Some members in this position may be required to drive in order to perform their job duties.
• The handling, packaging, processing, storage, disposal or transport of hazardous materials;
• The operation of equipment, machinery or power tools;
• Repairing, maintaining or monitoring the performance or operation of any equipment, machinery or manufacturing process, the malfunction or disruption of which could result in injury or property damage;
• Performing firefighting duties – Fire fighter duties does not include responding to incipient stage/coal fires;
• The extraction, compression, processing, manufacturing, handling, packaging, storage, disposal, treatment or transport of potentially volatile, flammable, combustible materials, elements, chemicals or any other highly regulated component;
• The operation, maintenance or oversight of critical services and infrastructure including but not limited to, electric utilities, power generation or distribution;

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAS)

• Demonstrated leadership in IIF (Incident and Injury Free) culture.
• Demonstrated knowledge of combined-cycle gas plant operations.
• Ability to lead, motivate, coach, develop, and influence others positively while fostering a team environment.
• Ability to provide leadership up, down and across the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision and make independent decisions.
• Detail oriented with strong planning and organizational skills.
• Analytical skills with understanding of how to link operational improvements to business results.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple projects and prioritize assignments as required by workload.
• Demonstrated complete proficiency in Work Clearance Management (WCM).
• Demonstrated advanced expertise of all Auxiliary plant, equipment, systems, and processes.
• Demonstrated understanding of plant operation via the Turbine Control HMI or Plant DCS.
• Demonstrated complete proficiency to effectively use SAP/PM including notifications and work order management.
• Demonstrated exceptional ability to communicate effectively in speech and writing.
• Demonstrated exceptional ability to interact effectively and professionally with team members, leaders, and customers.
• Demonstrated exceptional ability to troubleshoot and resolve plant problems effectively.
• Demonstrated exceptional ability to understand and comply with company policies and operating procedures.
• Demonstrated exceptional ability to understand plant and equipment systems/processes.
• Demonstrated exceptional ability to work with minimal supervision, following approved work methods and standard testing practices.
• Computer skills with knowledge of MS Office Suite applications.
• Demonstrated exceptional ability to adjust and adapt across varied working conditions and evolving business needs.
• Demonstrated advanced expertise and understanding of safety requirements and the use of personal protective equipment.
• Demonstrated advanced expertise of basic math.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and familiarity working with mechanical equipment (e.g., pumps, electric motors, air compressors, valves, welding, fabrication, construction, pipe fitting, etc.).

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Required Certifications/Licensures:(Valid Driver’s License)

HEALTH AND SAFETY (MEDICAL/DOT REQUIREMENTS)

• Pre-Employment Drug Screen
• Pre-Employment Physical
• Audiogram Baseline
• Respiratory History
• Job Specific Physical Assessment
• This position is classified as a Safety-Sensitive Job under state law. Individuals in this position are subject to the terms and conditions set forth in OGE Energy Corp.’s Drug Testing Plan.

SALARY RANGE

$98,426 - $123,074