Job Description

At Cheniere, we provide the world with safe, reliable energy. But more than that, we provide opportunities for our talented employees to impact their communities every day. Our diversity is key to our continued success and forges a path where our culture supports greater equity and inclusion for our employees, customers and beyond.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Planner, Maintenance Planning (Electrical) reports directly to the Maintenance Planning Supervisor and is responsible for planning and processing corrective and preventive maintenance work orders, conforming to company standards and world-class best practices as part of an integrated operation, maintenance and reliability team.

The Planner, Maintenance Planning (Electrical) must be collaborative with all stakeholders to aid in maintaining, developing, modifying and continuous improvement of existing work practices. Dedication, sensitivity to safety issues and compliance with regulations, policies, and procedures are essential for the safe, reliable and efficient operation of the terminal.

This is a DOT position.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Create corrective and preventive maintenance job plans and procedures using vendor manuals, best practices, and other technical information and utilizing Company’s CMMS to its fullest extent. These job plans should identify all required manpower, materials, equipment, and services.
• Create and update standard maintenance job plans and PMs and maintain the job plan library to ensure improved efficiency of the maintenance activities.
• Request materials, equipment, and services required to execute the planned jobs. Coordinate with the Procurement department to ensure all materials, equipment, and services are available before the work is ready for scheduling. Work directly with warehouse personnel to ensure the correct parts are available for upcoming tasks.
• Maintain a high level of standards relating to the safe, environmentally sound, timely and cost-effective planning of maintenance activities.
• Adhere to established work processes and practices. Ensure compliance with the Control of Work processes, including permitting, isolations and risk identification, as well as other Cheniere’s policies and procedures.
• Support the goal of 100% regulatory compliance.
• Support the development and compliance of department’s KPIs.
• Support the maintenance department’s equipment reliability and availability targets.
• Drive continuous improvement in planning maintenance work. Provide guidance and recommendations for improving planning and scheduling procedures.
• Work with departmental Technicians, Supervisors, and Managers to expeditiously resolve problems to improve systems and processes for reliable data acquisition.
• Support the successful execution of outages and plant turnarounds.
• Attend all scheduled training and support training and the onboard process for new employees.
• Comply with all regulatory and Company training requirements.
• The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time; or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

KNOWLEDGE

Possess knowledge of equipment repair practices, procedures and time requirements for accurate job planning. Must possess the ability to research and identify the correct materials and procedures for both Preventive and Corrective work orders. Must possess the ability to read and interpret P&IDs, O ne line, Three Lines , Distribution , Instrument Loop  Diagrams and Electrical Equipment Specifications. Possess basic knowledge of safe work practices, governmental regulations and related technical and safety codes, standards, and reporting requirements. Knowledgeable of plant rules, guidelines, and policies regarding relevant equipment operations and certification requirements. Planner must have a proficient understanding of CMMS systems, including its integration with inventory, purchasing, budgeting and accounting practices, Maximo is a plus.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 

• Education and Certifications: High School diploma or GED is required. Formal education in related technical or engineering discipline is desirable.

• Experience: A minimum of 5 years field experience in respective craft. At least 2 years’ experience with CMMS is required. Experience with Maximo CMMS is highly desirable. Oracle eAM, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Project and Microsoft Excel is desirable.

DIRECT REPORTS

No direct reports.

FREEDOM TO ACT

The Planner, Maintenance Planning (Electrical) requires supervision but must also use sound judgment and make good decisions.

WORK CONDITIONS 

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to stand, walk, sit, climb stairs, work at height above ground on stairs and catwalks, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk or hear, smell, type and write.  
• Must be able to board a ship via a gangway, climb to the top of a tank (200+ steps), scale a vertical steel ladder up to forty feet or more in height, and lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work indoors and outdoors, and be exposed to year-around weather conditions, ocean environment, noise, and occasionally process gases and vapors. There is a considerable number of outdoor activities involved.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Subject to drug and alcohol testing, per applicable federal regulations or as required by Cheniere.
• Required to pass regularly scheduled physical examinations mandated by regulatory authorities.
• All responsibilities must be met in a call-out environment, including holidays, weekends, and nights.
• Must maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card in good standing status.

ADA JOB REQUIREMENTS

Reasonable accommodations will be made to ensure that the essential functions of the job can be performed and not hinder the employee's performance due to physical, mental, or emotional disability.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Cheniere Energy is an equal opportunity workplace. All employment decisions are made without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected categories. This includes providing reasonable accommodation if requested for disabilities or religious beliefs and practices.