PowerhouseMaintenance Supervisor
Lake Orion, MI - USA
Job Summary
We are seeking an experiencedCogen Supervisor (Cogeneration Supervisor)to oversee daily operations and maintenance of our cogeneration planta facility that simultaneously produces electricity and useful thermal energy. This position combines technical oversight of complex powergeneration equipment with strong leadership responsibilities to ensure plant reliability efficiency and regulatory compliance.
The ideal candidate brings strong operational knowledge of powergeneration systems proven supervisory experience and the ability to perform effectively in a fastpaced industrial setting.
- Supervise daily cogeneration plant operations to meet electrical and thermal energy demand.
- Monitor plant conditions using DCS/SCADA systems and adjust operating parameters for optimal efficiency.
- Troubleshoot mechanical electrical and control system issues to minimize downtime.
- Interpret technical drawings schematics and P&IDs to support operational decisions.
- Lead and mentor a team of cogen operators.
- Manage scheduling training certification performance reviews and timecard approvals.
- Support professional development and crosstraining initiatives.
- Plan prioritize and oversee preventive and corrective maintenance tasks.
- Direct scheduled and emergency maintenance activities including water testing lubrication and filter replacements.
- Coordinate maintenance work with internal teams and outside contractors.
- Enforce adherence to OSHA health fire and safety standards.
- Maintain environmental compliance related to plant emissions and reporting requirements.
- Conduct safety audits incident investigations and ongoing operator safety training.
- Assist in identifying planning and executing capital projects and longterm facility improvement initiatives.
- Provide technical input on upgrades replacements and system enhancements.
- Serve as a primary point of contact for plant emergencies or outages.
- Provide rapid response and direction during unplanned events requiring 24/7 oncall availability.
- Typically58 yearsin power generation cogeneration or industrial plant operations.
- Strong background working with generators and powerproduction equipment.
- 12 yearsin a leadership or supervisory role preferred.
- Strong leadership communication and decisionmaking abilities.
- Advanced troubleshooting and analytical skills.
- Proficiency with DCS/SCADA systems and standard software (Excel CMMS Word Outlook).
- Ability to interpret technical drawings P&IDs manuals and engineering documentation.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Technical diploma trade certification or associate degree in engineering power generation industrial technology or related field preferred.
- Industrial setting with exposure to loud hot cold greasy or oily conditions.
- Requires use of PPE and the ability to work on elevated platforms ladders or confined spaces.
- Fastpaced environment requiring strong situational awareness and consistent attention to safety.