What are the responsibilities and job description for the Planner Scheduler-Level 4 - Lead (15+ Years) position at Apex Systems?
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Job#: 3015610
Job Description:
This position will have the responsibility and authority to schedule and dispatch FPL generation resources to economically balance load and generation in order to meet real-time system conditions and to comply with applicable regulatory requirements and NERC reliability standards. This position is also responsible to evaluate and approve OASIS requests and Tags and for performing energy accounting functions. Also, has capability to perform next-day generation planning function and can perform, on a temporary basis, certain system operator functions whenever the on-shift System Operator is away from desk (bathroom breaks, etc.). Responsible for planning, scheduling, and tracking, ensuring compliance with operational and regulatory requirements. Develops work orders, ensures coordination between operations, and leads scheduling processes for maintenance, compliance, and project execution. Evaluates and improves work management execution, participates in event response, and leads root cause analysis for operational efficiency improvements. Coordinates committing, decommitting, and outages of power plants with FPL?s System Operator and PGBU. Ensures rapid recovery from loss of generation to comply with NERC requirements. Performs hourly and on-peak/off-peak energy accounting functions with adjacent balancing authorities.Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or professional certification required.Relevant Experience: 15 years of experience in advanced scheduling, power system operations, and project coordination within FPL and PGBU.Responsibilities: Oversees strategic planning and scheduling efforts, ensuring regulatory compliance and optimizing load-generation balance. Provides technical leadership in power system forecasting, emergency planning, and compliance with industry regulations. Develops, submits, and modifies monthly Tags for FPL?s dynamic schedules.Other: Extensive experience in NERC-certified operations, outage planning, and operational risk management; Power Coordinator Certification preferred.
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6 months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
Job Description:
This position will have the responsibility and authority to schedule and dispatch FPL generation resources to economically balance load and generation in order to meet real-time system conditions and to comply with applicable regulatory requirements and NERC reliability standards. This position is also responsible to evaluate and approve OASIS requests and Tags and for performing energy accounting functions. Also, has capability to perform next-day generation planning function and can perform, on a temporary basis, certain system operator functions whenever the on-shift System Operator is away from desk (bathroom breaks, etc.). Responsible for planning, scheduling, and tracking, ensuring compliance with operational and regulatory requirements. Develops work orders, ensures coordination between operations, and leads scheduling processes for maintenance, compliance, and project execution. Evaluates and improves work management execution, participates in event response, and leads root cause analysis for operational efficiency improvements. Coordinates committing, decommitting, and outages of power plants with FPL?s System Operator and PGBU. Ensures rapid recovery from loss of generation to comply with NERC requirements. Performs hourly and on-peak/off-peak energy accounting functions with adjacent balancing authorities.Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or professional certification required.Relevant Experience: 15 years of experience in advanced scheduling, power system operations, and project coordination within FPL and PGBU.Responsibilities: Oversees strategic planning and scheduling efforts, ensuring regulatory compliance and optimizing load-generation balance. Provides technical leadership in power system forecasting, emergency planning, and compliance with industry regulations. Develops, submits, and modifies monthly Tags for FPL?s dynamic schedules.Other: Extensive experience in NERC-certified operations, outage planning, and operational risk management; Power Coordinator Certification preferred.
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6 months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
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