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Scheduler of Operator Qualifications

NiSource
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 9 Jul 2025
💰 $101,900/yr($67,900/yr$101,900/yr)

About the role

Job Summary
The Scheduler of Operator Qualifications supports and aligns Written Evaluations (WE) and Performance Evaluations (PE) for Operator Qualification (OQ) tasks. This position plays a key role in streamlining and optimizing testing processes, managing resources, and supporting the use of Energy World Net (EWN) to track and coordinate a wide range of qualifications and assessments.

Essential Functions

  • Schedule evaluations, including planning for timing, tools, and space requirements.
  • Lead the planning, prioritization, and allocation of work and resources across OQ Team to meet operational and business needs
  • Use workload and resource data to drive efficient planning and informed decision-making
  • Coordinate with Operating Centers to manage job changes and onboarding activities impacted by OQ requirements
  • Reviews the annual and monthly Operation Plans, and the translation of the operations plans into operating budgets in regard to qualifications
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with internal partners, including PS&C, IC, Planning, HSE, and Technical Training to effectively adhere to departmental objectives and operational goals
  • Proctor written evaluations to ensure a secure, fair, and standardized testing environment in accordance with company policy and requirements
  • Maintain the employee qualification database and oversee OQ assignments in the EWN system
  • Serve as the liaison between the OQ Team and Technical Training, Planning, and Scheduling teams to align with operational goals and customer expectations.
  • Stay current on business developments and OQ needs impacting Distribution Operations
  • Promote a collaborative environment to ensure high levels of internal and external customer satisfaction
  • Support Workday Learning and EWN systems to ensure compliance with federal requirements
  • Assess the impact of changes or obstacles and provide recommendations on execution and prioritization
  • Identify and implement improvements in processes, procedures, and personnel management based on data insights
  • Contributes to departmental or operational goal accomplishments – Offers suggestions for continuous improvement, leverages others’ skills, and gains support and participation
  • Actively participates in creating and contributing to a positive work environment
  • Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve issues—both internally and externally
  • Actively participates in learning activities to improve job performance and apply the newly learned knowledge in daily work activities

Required Qualifications For Position

  • High School Diploma High school diploma or equivalent
  • 1-3 years Experience in Distribution Operations or equivalent work history
  • Demonstrated experience in collaborating with multiple stakeholder groups to achieve results High
  • Knowledge of operator qualification systems, technical training, compliance requirements, and EWN platform functionality Medium
  • Demonstrated understanding of planning, scheduling and budgeting activities which support Distribution Operations. Medium
  • Demonstrated leadership skills. Low
  • Demonstrated Project Management skills (analytical and organizational). High
  • Demonstrated knowledge and ability to quickly assess and make sound decisions. Medium
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook Medium
  • Advanced Excel expertise, including formulas, pivot tables, and data visualization High
  • Excellent communication skills, oral and written High
  • Basic understanding of the utility industry Medium
  • Knowledge of safety and compliance requirements Medium
  • Coaching Low
  • Valid state-issued driver’s license required Upon Hire
  • EWN Proctoring Certification within 90 Days

Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position

  • Bachelor's Degree Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution
  • Associate's Degree Associate's degree from an accredited institution
  • 1-3 years Experience in Scheduling, Dispatching, Project Management, or Logistics

Physical Demands

  • Standing - Occasionally
  • Walking - Occasionally
  • Sitting - Constantly
  • Lifting - Rarely
  • Carrying - Rarely
  • Pushing - Rarely
  • Pulling - Rarely
  • Climbing - Rarely
  • Balancing - Rarely
  • Stooping - Rarely
  • Kneeling - Rarely
  • Crouching - Rarely
  • Crawling - Rarely
  • Reaching - Rarely
  • Handling - Occasionally
  • Grasping - Occasionally
  • Feeling - Rarely
  • Talking - Constantly
  • Hearing - Constantly
  • Repetitive Motions - Frequently
  • Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Frequently

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