Analysis Skills, Billing, Budget Management, Change Management, Change Requests/Orders, Construction, Construction Inspection, Construction Schedule, Consulting, Content Delivery/Distribution, Continuous Improvement, Contract Management, Cost Estimates, Credit Union, Document Control, Driver's License, Establish Priorities, High School Diploma, Identify Issues, Incentive Programs, Multitasking, Needs Assessment, Negotiation Skills, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Project/Program Management, Requirements Management, Retirement Plan, Safety/Work Safety, Startup, Systems Analysis, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Leadership, Technical Support, Technical/Engineering Design, Time Management, Tuition Fees, Ultrasound
We have a career opportunity for a Predictive Systems Specialist to join our team!
**Vacancy will be filled at Technical Specialist IV or Technical Specialist V level based on candidate experience.
Technical Specialist IV
Performs and provides predictive systems analysis and technical support to the Thermal Division’s steam & chilled water facilities. Activities include the acquisition of field data, the maintaining and updating of equipment databases, and the writing of maintenance procedures and specifications. Also performs calculations, troubleshoots problems found in mechanical systems, and prepares cost estimates for correction and/or repair as required by given applications.
Technical Specialist V
Advanced technician. Under general supervision manages multiple projects of medium to high complexity by assuring compliance with scope, budget, schedule, quality, and safety. Engages in interactions with contractor, consultants, general public, other Citizens departments, and other agencies. Performs and provides predictive systems analysis and technical support to the Thermal Division’s steam & chilled water facilities. Activities include the acquisition of field data, the maintaining and updating of equipment databases, and the writing of maintenance procedures and specifications. Also performs calculations, troubleshoots problems found in mechanical systems, and prepares cost estimates for correction and/or repair as required by given applications.
**This position is located at Citizens Energy Group at 366 Kentucky Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46225.
Citizens Energy Group offers a competitive salary and benefits including:
• Health, Dental & Vision
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
• Short-Term Incentive Plan (STIP)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution
• Wellness Program
• Adoption and tuition assistance
• Employee Credit Union
• PTO and Paid Holidays
If you are looking for a new opportunity, we invite you to apply and talk about the possibilities of starting a rewarding new chapter of your career!
Salary: Competitive Salary, Grade 8 (Minimum $68,300/year) or Grade 9 (Minimum $76,700/year)
Responsibilities:
Technical Specialist IV
- Assists with cost estimating, budget development, Contract Administration, progress tracking, construction schedule adherence, change order evaluations and negotiations, and contractor and consultant invoice reviews and processing.
- Proactively applies Citizens Quality Program to deliverables. Demonstrates personal accuracy and supports continuous improvement and change management efforts. Reviews design inputs in order to ensure consistency. Assists to ensure deliverables are in compliance with the specific codes and standards suitable for the project.
- May develop moderately complex design concepts and deliverables. Begins to make decisions with respect to deliverables and input interpretation. Capable of handling difficult technical assignments within an area of expertise and can provide technical guidance. Performs design calculations, detailed material quantities and estimates, and records. May review the deliverables of others. May participate in start-up activities associated with a specialized area of expertise.
- Coordinates with other design group personnel to review and exchange project information necessary for design development. May support field activities.
- Assists with identification of key client interests and drivers and may determine key clients in some instances. Communicate client interests and drivers to project team members and develop approaches to accommodate these concerns.
- Manages internal and external staff performing construction services. May monitor staffing and available skill sets for projects. May identify resource application needs and process requirements. May define work assignments and maintain schedules.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Technical Specialist V
- Oversees preliminary cost estimating, budget development, Contract Administration, progress tracking, construction schedule adherence, change order evaluations and negotiations, and contractor and consultant invoice reviews and processing.
- Proactively applies Citizens Quality Program to deliverables. Demonstrates personal accuracy and supports continuous improvement and change management efforts. Reviews design inputs in order to ensure consistency. Assists to ensure deliverables are in compliance with the specific codes and standards suitable for the project.
- May develop moderately complex design concepts and deliverables. Begins to make decisions with respect to deliverables and input interpretation. Capable of handling difficult technical assignments within an area of expertise and can provide technical guidance. Performs design calculations, detailed material quantities and estimates, and records. May review the deliverables of others. May participate in start-up activities associated with a specialized area of expertise.
- Coordinates with other design group personnel to review and exchange project information necessary for design development. May support field activities.
- Assists with identification of key client interests and drivers and may determine key clients in some instances. Communicate client interests and drivers to project team and develop approaches to accommodate these concerns.
- Monitor staffing levels and available skill sets for projects. Identify resource application needs and process requirements. Manage internal and external staff performing construction inspection services. May define work assignments and maintain schedules.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Technical Specialist IV
- High School Diploma, equivalency Certificate, or sufficient education acceptable by management.
- 6 years of related experience and/or training or 4 years of Citizens experience.
- Valid driver’s license in the United States, or alternate approved by management. State of Indiana driver’s license required within 30 days of first day of employment.
Preferred Skills/Qualifications:
- Associate Degree in Drafting or a related Engineering Design Technology.
- Experience in the appropriate electronic applications and programs required for performing assignments to include, but not limited to, CADD or other electronic applications. Intermediate knowledge of engineering standards, systems, document control, departmental guides and Citizens policies and procedures. Advanced ability to interpret engineering deliverable content as assigned. Basic knowledge of engineering design principles and applicable design guides related to assigned engineering discipline.
- Ability to work in office and field environment. Detailed understanding of applicable systems and other infrastructure projects at Citizens. Demonstrated ability to work effectively and cooperatively with others as well as work with minimal direct supervision. Strong analytical, problem solving and organizational skills. Demonstrated ability to prioritize project tasks, and assist in managing a project team.
- Ultrasound Level I & II (required by second year)
Required Certifications (or obtained within first year):
Technical Specialist V
- High School Diploma, equivalency Certificate, or sufficient education acceptable by management.
- 8 years of related experience and/or training or 6 years of Citizens experience.
- Valid driver’s license in the United States, or alternate approved by management. State of Indiana driver’s license required within 30 days of first day of employment.
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Preferred Skills/Qualifications:
- Associate Degree in Engineering Design Technology.
- Experience in the appropriate electronic applications and programs required for performing assignments to include, but not limited to, CADD, GIS or other applications. Intermediate knowledge of engineering standards, systems, document control, departmental guides and Citizens policies and procedures. Advanced ability to interpret engineering deliverable content as assigned. Basic knowledge of engineering design principles and applicable design guides related to assigned engineering discipline.
- Ability to work in office and field environment. Detailed understanding of applicable systems and other infrastructure projects at Citizens. Demonstrated ability to work effectively and cooperatively with others as well as work with minimal direct supervision. Strong analytical, problem solving and organizational skills. Demonstrated ability to prioritize project tasks, and assist in managing a project team.
Job Posting Deadline: Open until filled
Citizens is a drug-free, Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
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Citizens Energy Group
There is no other company like Citizens Energy Group. We are the only company in the nation that operates utilities under a Public Charitable Trust solely for the benefit of customers and the community. Our success is based on our workforce that puts customers and quality first.
Employment Philosophy
Employees are the backbone of Citizens Energy Group. Employees are the most valued resource of the Utility, whether it's in our headquarters at 2020 N. Meridian Street, or at Citizens Gas located at 2150 Martin Luther King Street, Citizens Water located at 1220 Waterway Boulevard, or at Citizens Thermal located at 366 Kentucky Avenue, or at Citizens Oil located in southern Indiana; or one of our unregulated companies at Citizens Resources. We value safety integrity, diversity, teamwork and quality for all Citizens employees and customers.
Citizens Benefits Package
Career and educational growth is important. Citizens offers a competitive financial and benefits package, tuition reimbursement and a realm of other services designed to assist the needs of individuals and families. If you want to be part of a unique company and help it continue to build on its 100-year old foundation, consider career opportunities at Citizens Energy Group.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Citizens takes pride in and respects our employees and the communities we serve. This is reflected through our continuous efforts in hiring and developing a diverse work force - bringing to our management culture a variety of initiatives and improving the quality of our business. In order for us to grow and be successful as a utility, expand on our strengths, and prepare for the future, our objective is to continually bring together the skills and abilities of a diverse group of people to work toward a common goal of providing reliable, safe, gas service to our customers. We provide equal access to growth opportunities, training, and flexibility in order to meet the demands of work and family life.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits, hires, trains and promotes regardless of race, color, veteran status, age, disability, sex, national origin or religion. We value diversity in our workforce and in the communities we serve.