Shift Supervisor - Newton

Vistra Corporate Services Company
United States, Illinois, Newton
Nov 07, 2024
If you have what it takes to become part of the Vistra family and would like to start a promising career with a global leader, take a look at the exciting employment opportunities that are currently available and apply online. Job Summary The Plant Supervisor is responsible for supporting the operation and maintenance of Vistra Power Generating Stations. The position may require some travel in the support of other Luminant Power Generating Stations. Job Description Key Accountabilities * Supporting all aspects of the day-to-day operation and maintenance of a generating station * Accountability can include supervising and directing multi-skill production and maintenance support personnel to achieve maximum reliable and safe operation of the generating units * Effectively manage employee/labor relation in accordance with company policies and labor agreements where applicable * Ensure and monitor safety and environmental compliance, regulatory compliance, administrative and procedural compliance, and documentation * Assist in the coordination and implementation of special projects * Supervisor may be asked to respond to emergency call out situations and assist in trouble shooting of system problems * Interface frequently with outside vendors and contractors * Planning and Scheduling for plant site Education, Experience, & Skill Requirements * High School Diploma or GED Equivalent * Experience gained through college degree programs and/or certifications is applicable to some of the skills listed * 5-7 years of power generation plant experience * Candidate must be experienced in using Maximo for planning work, creating purchase requests, and creating job plans * Candidate must be experienced in Maximo, the preferred work management tool used by Vistra * Experience with operations and maintenance at a power plant preferably control operator experience on a unit with a drum boiler * Technical background or Instrumentation and Control background is a plus * Power generation plant supervision, leadership, communication, problem solving and decision-making skills preferred * Good computer skills using Word, Excel, and Outlook Key Metrics * Safety (people and process) * Environmental/Regulatory Compliance * Operations/Unit Performance * Budget - Create ownership at a plant level to help control spend and stay on track with regard to budget Manage the overall plant operations on assigned shift as the single point of contact for a PRB (western coal) fired power plant to ensure the safe, reliable, and environmentally compliant production of bulk electrical energy. This position is responsible for providing leadership, supervision and direction of power plant multi-skilled crews, and responsible for prioritizing and scheduling manpower, plant equipment and materials in the most efficient and cost-effective manner. Job Family Plant Operations Company Illinois Power Generating Company Locations Newton, Illinois Illinois We are a company of people committed to: Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication. If this describes you, then apply today! If you currently work for Vistra or its subsidiaries, please apply via the internal career site. It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance submitting an application or would like to request an accommodation, please email us atassistance@vistraenergy.comto make a request.