Title: Planner Estimator, Materials Mgmt, Progression 
Company: Tampa Electric Company
Location: Energy Control Center 
State and City: Florida  -  Tampa
Shift: 8 Hr. X 5 Days

Hiring Manager:  Ive Alex

Recruiter: Mark E Koener 

TITLE:                                                Planner Scheduler, Lighting Growth & Materials Management, Progression

PERFORMANCE COACH:                Project Manager, Lighting Growth

COMPANY:                                       Tampa Electric

DEPARTMENT:                                 Lighting Growth

POSITION CONCEPT

The Planner Scheduler I Lighting Growth is responsible for the coordination, collection and optimization of resources utilized for Tampa Electric Company (TEC) Electric Delivery construction-related projects in Lighting Growth, for all P1 (begin immediately), P2 (begins in 1 to 8 days) and P3 (begins in 8 – 28 days) work. Coordinates ongoing efforts and provides alternative solutions to make necessary changes when appropriate.

Please note that this position can be hired at any level withing the Planner/Scheduling job family, based on Education and years of experience.

LEVEL 1 – PLANNER SCHEDULER I

Works under a mentor and with regular guidance on assignments of moderate complexity and variety; Periodically, granted moderate decision-making responsibility requiring independent judgment within assigned functional area of responsibility, developing skill and independence over time.

ADVANCEMENT WITHIN PROGRESSION

An opportunity for advancement to a higher level within the Planner-Scheduler progression is based on value added to the Company through increased duties, responsibilities, and accomplishments.  Advancement is not automatic, (i.e. based solely on time in the job) but will be based on the employee’s performance, qualifications, and the business and/or technical needs of the department.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Provide planning, organizing, logistical and coordination support to Lighting Growth both Regulated and Unregulated Projects. Provide work request administration and work coordination for scheduled and unplanned crew jobs related to trouble memos, and associated follow-up activities. Monitor material and equipment availability for work request readiness. Assist with the overall optimization of construction-related operating resources across the various Planning & Scheduling disciplines. Assist with and validate job plans including job sequence and man-hour estimate; material and equipment requirements including dates; and coordination requirements. (35%)
2. Prepare (weekly) a ‘four-week look-ahead’ of planned work and participate in “Plan of the Week” meetings to review following week’s schedule.  Handoff construction documentation and schedules to Lighting Growth Operations, including but not limited to, work request and job plan detail; drawings and maps; and permits. (20%)
3. Finalize Work Requests and complete additional Work Requests for any associated follow-up activities such as site restoration and pole pick-up.  Reconciles material issues with ED Stores and Plant Accounting as needed. (20%)
4. Coordinate job plans with other Planner-Schedulers and communicate results of efforts within the Planning and Scheduling team and the leadership of assigned functional area.  (15%)
5. Assist Field Engineers, Supervisors and Managers with quantifying and verifying workload in the following areas: pre-plan of the week, job readiness, and resource availability. (10%)

RELATIONSHIPS

Key Internal:                    Procurement, Planner-Schedulers, Area Managers, Operations & Field Engineering    Supervisors, Crew Members, Field Engineers, System Operators, Stores and Materials Management.   

Key External:                   Contractors, Suppliers, Distributors

WORKING CONDITIONS

Occasional overtime required for storm and emergency call sunshine coverage as needed. Occasional travel to other Service Areas to back up other Planners and/or maintain S/A coverage required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education  

Required:           High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience

Required:           Minimum of five (5) years operations experience in underground and overhead distribution construction, field distribution design and/or lighting design; Experience must include progressively more complex assignments

                             College degree may be considered in lieu of up to two years of related experience.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (KSA)

Required:           Must have demonstrated knowledge of the methods, materials, and standard practices of the assigned operations functional area within Electric Delivery; Must demonstrate an understanding of construction, maintenance, and operations for Tampa Electric’s transmission and distribution systems, as well as Tampa Electric’s Safe Work Practices; Must demonstrate analytical skills, problem solving, and decision-making skills; Good oral communication and attention to detail required, with the ability to optimize and balance all work types; Must have ability to comprehend GIS, work management system (WORKPro) and Microsoft Office Suite.

LEVEL 2 - PLANNER SCHEDULER II

POSITION CONCEPT

The Planner Scheduler II Lighting Growth is responsible for the coordination, collection and optimization of resources utilized for Tampa Electric Company (TEC) Electric Delivery construction-related projects in Lighting Growth, for all P1 (begin immediately), P2 (begins in 1 to 8 days) and P3 (begins in 8 – 28 days) work. Coordinates ongoing efforts and provides alternative solutions to make necessary changes when appropriate.  Generate work requests and determine appropriate resources.  Reviews reports to ensure compliance. 

Works with limited supervisory involvement, and exercises a considerable amount of independent decision making; Performs and/or leads the planning/scheduling on higher complex projects within same functional area and mentors less experienced Planner-Schedulers.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Required:           High School Diploma or Equivalent

Experience

Required:           Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Planner-Scheduler I, OR a minimum of seven (7) years operations experience in underground and overhead distribution construction, field distribution design and/or lighting design

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (KSA)

Required:           Must have demonstrated proficiency in the use of GIS, work management system (WORKPro) and Microsoft Office Suite. Must have the ability to add and change facilities in GIS.  Must consistently and proficiently perform the primary duties and responsibilities of the Planner Scheduler I, and/or demonstrate the aptitude to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of Planner Scheduler II; Abilities must include effectively interpreting and analyzing design drawings, determining planning and scheduling needs and appropriate resource requirements (such as labor, materials, equipment, etc.) within own functional area; Must have demonstrated effective project leadership skills. Must have knowledge and understanding of department standards, company policies and IBEW contract provisions.

LEVEL 3 - SENIOR PLANNER SCHEDULER

POSITION CONCEPT

The Planner Scheduler Lighting Growth is responsible for more complex level functions in the coordination, collection and optimization of resources utilized for Tampa Electric Company (TEC) Electric Delivery construction-related projects in Lighting Growth, for all P1 (begin immediately), P2 (begins in 1 to 8 days) and P3 (begins in 8 – 28 days) work. Coordinates ongoing efforts and provides alternative solutions to make necessary changes when appropriate. Mentor other team members.

Performs highly technical, complex assignments and works in multiple functional areas without supervisory involvement.  Exercises fully independent decision making in all areas of day-to-day work.

SUPERVISION

Indirect:             May serve as a ‘back up’ supervisor during the absence of the Manager

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Required:           Minimum of a High School Diploma or Equivalent

Experience

Required:           Minimum of one (1) year experience as a Planner-Scheduler II, OR a minimum of eight (8) years operations experience in underground and overhead distribution construction, field distribution design and/or lighting design Operations experience must include some planning/scheduling and minimum of one (1) year of experience with Tampa Electric’s work management system (WORKPro), GIS, CIS, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (KSA)

Required:           Must have demonstrated proficiency in the use of GIS, work management system (WORKPro) and Microsoft Office Suite. Must have the ability to add and change facilities in GIS.  Must consistently and proficiently perform the primary duties and responsibilities of the Planner Scheduler II, and/or demonstrate the aptitude to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of Senior Planner Scheduler;  Abilities must include exercising fully independent decision making in all areas of day-to-day work, and performing highly technical, complex assignments without supervisory involvement.  

TECO offers a competitive Benefits package!!

Competitive Salary *401k Savings plan w/ company matching * Pension plan * Paid time off* Paid Holiday time * Medical, Prescription Drug, & Dental Coverage  *Tuition Assistance Program * Employee Assistance Program * Wellness Programs * On-site Fitness Centers * Bonus Plan and more!