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Omaha Public Power District

Resource Scheduler

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Omaha Public Power District

Publicly owned electric utility serving Omaha and eastern Nebraska since 1946.

Coordinate field resources and schedules for service restoration and work planning.
1 months ago ago
$88,546 - $132,818
Junior (1-3 years), Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Omaha, NE
Onsite
Company Size
1,797 Employees
Service Specialisms
Energy Consulting
Project Management
Construction Services
Technical Services
Outage Restoration
Energy Efficiency Services
Billing & Payments
New Construction Connections
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Renewable Energy
Solar
Wind
Hydroelectric
Natural Gas
Coal
Nuclear
Role

Description

resource coordination
mobility systems
dashboard design
data analysis
system tuning
emergency dispatch
  • Attend periodic scheduling and project related meetings to ensure effective planning and utilization of District resources.
  • Coordinate resource availability with Field Supervisors and Integrated Work Planners and update and maintain Mobility and source systems as appropriate to assure the timely completion of customer service and restoration orders.
  • Design and document dashboards and reports on a regular and recurring basis, or as needed. Perform analysis for a wide range of requests using data in different formats. Identify implications of data and use problem solving skills to prioritize issues. Author and communicate findings to various levels of the District.
  • Identify, analyze, and recommend changes to system parameters for resources, rules, and objectives to meet daily resource and workload constraints. Evaluate the status of gaps and overloads of all work at each construction department, evaluate the appropriateness of focused work groups to perform specific types of tasks, and assign work.
  • Provide analysis of sensitive individual performance data to management
  • Initiate prompt assignment and dispatch of emergency, service restoration and same-day service orders to most economical, skilled and available resources and assist Work Planner in resolving resource conflicts and in effectively and efficiently managing the integrated work plan and schedule.

Requirements

tableau
cognos
microsoft office
primavera
bachelor
analytical
  • Proficient with Tableau and/or Cognos Report Studio
  • Frequent requirements of this position: standing, walking, reaching, bending, lifting and carrying at least 20 pounds.
  • Exceptional analytical skills.
  • Must have the ability to work on multiple tasks at one time; work under stressful situations; operate a computer and other office equipment; sit at a desk for more than one hour at a time; move about the Company and interact with all levels of the company.
  • Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, and Power Point).
  • Three to five years¿ experience with customer service fulfillment, business analysis, work order, service restoration processes and/or scheduling processes.
  • Bachelor Degree in Business, Engineering, Construction Management or other Technical Discipline, or equivalent experience.
  • Knowledge of work management systems such as ICIS, Asset Suite, OMS, Mobility, SLAMS, and Primavera.
  • Knowledge of Corporate policies and practices and bargaining unit work rules.
  • Frequent requirements of this position: sitting, speaking, hearing, ability to see information in print and/or electronically, keyboarding, and handling objects with hands.
  • Excellent listening skills and ability to ask probing questions, understand concerns, and overcome objections.
  • Ability to exercise independent decision making.

Benefits

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Training + Development

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Company

Overview

1946
Founded
The company was established in December 1946 when the Nebraska state government acquired a private power company.
855,000
Residents Served
Provides electricity to over 855,000 residents across Omaha and 13 surrounding counties.
300 MW
Wind Farm Capacity
Operates the Milligan I 300 MW wind farm as part of its renewable energy portfolio.
2016
Nuclear Shutdown
The Fort Calhoun Nuclear Generating Station ceased operations in late 2016 and is now being decommissioned.
  • Operates across Omaha and 13 surrounding counties, providing electricity through a diverse mix of generation methods.
  • Runs coal, natural gas, fuel oil, wind, solar, landfill gas, and hydroelectric facilities, with ongoing expansion adding renewables and efficient gas turbines.
  • The Fort Calhoun Nuclear Generating Station was historically managed from 1973 until its shutdown in late 2016.
  • Key projects include the Cass County and Turtle Creek gas turbine expansions, Platteview Solar, and major wind PPAs.
  • Integrates innovative grid upgrades such as storm resiliency programs, transmission line hardening, and a modern mobile app for outage updates.
  • Operates in Nebraska, where all electric utilities are publicly owned and governed by an elected board.
  • Has navigated major weather crises, including Missouri River floods and record-breaking storms, showcasing operational resilience and rapid response.

Culture + Values

  • We are committed to excellence in service and reliability.
  • We value safety and prioritize it in every aspect of our work.
  • We work with integrity, acting in the best interests of our customers and community.
  • We are customer-focused, ensuring their needs and concerns are addressed promptly and professionally.
  • We are collaborative, working as a team to achieve our goals and deliver exceptional results.
  • We embrace innovation, seeking new solutions and technologies to improve performance and efficiency.
  • We are accountable, taking ownership of our actions and outcomes.

Environment + Sustainability

2050
Net-zero goal
Aiming to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.
40%
Carbon reduction
Significant decrease in carbon emissions since 2005.
30%
Renewable energy
Portion of energy generated from renewable sources.
50%
Coal retirement
Retired coal-fired generation replaced with cleaner sources.
  • Strong commitment to reducing water consumption and increasing efficiency.
  • Exploring energy storage solutions for grid stability and renewable energy integration.

Inclusion & Diversity

28% Female Workforce
Representation Among Workforce
Percentage of the workforce comprised of women as of 2023.
25% Minority Workforce
Minority Workforce Share
Percentage of minorities in the overall workforce as of 2023.
  • OPPD has set a goal to increase the representation of women and minorities in leadership roles.
  • OPPD’s employee resource groups promote a culture of inclusion and provide opportunities for networking and development.
  • The utility offers various programs for mentorship and professional growth for underrepresented groups.
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