Maintenance Planner

Job Title: Instrument Maintenance Planning Technician Length of Contract : 12 months No per diem offered - local candidates only, please Job Overview: This position is for an Instrument Planning Technician responsible for the planning and scheduling of maintenance and reliability activities. Candidates must have hands-on SAP experience, strong knowledge of instrumentation, and a solid background in maintenance planning within the oil & gas or petrochemical sectors. Key Responsibilities: Develop and manage maintenance and reliability plans for assigned assets Create and maintain project and outage plans using planning software Prioritize work for timely response, backlog management, and cost control Prepare comprehensive job packs with necessary planning details Coordinate work order and schedule development with Operations and Maintenance Maintain look-ahead schedules (weekly, monthly, quarterly, and multi-year) Dispatch work and manage manpower availability in collaboration with supervision Provide technical support in CMMS (SAP) modules Ensure accurate documentation for all work orders Identify and coordinate material needs with vendors and supply chain Support KPI development and generate compliance and performance reports Request updates to procedures and assist in drafting new ones Recommend and support training initiatives to enhance work processes Contribute to budget development when needed Perform additional tasks as assigned by leadership Minimum Qualifications: Education: High School Diploma or GED required; Technical Degree preferred Experience: 5+ years in maintenance roles using SAP in oil & gas or petrochemical environments Deep knowledge of SAP S/4HANA Familiarity with Planning, Scheduling, and Execution best practices Experience with project planning tools like MS Project or Primavera P6 Prometheus experience is a plus Exposure to estimating and planning work involving scaffolding, painting, insulation, rigging/lifting, welding, and machining Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite Experience with PHMSA-regulated pipeline facilities or gas compression/metering equipment is preferred Skills and Competencies: Ability to prioritize effectively and work independently Strong interpersonal and communication skills Collaborative team player Attention to detail and high standards for quality and compliance Ability to work well under pressure in a confidential, high-performance environment Certifications and Licenses: Must hold or be eligible to obtain a valid TWIC card Must possess a valid state-issued driver’s license

Created: 2025-08-15