Operational Permitting Specialist - Luma PR

LUMA - Built for Puerto Rico

We rely on electricity every day. We need it to run our appliances, power the streetlights and produce the goods and services that drive our economy.At LUMA we are committed to provide Puerto Rico with electricity that we all can depend on. At LUMA, we put people first — our employees, our customers and the communities where we live and work. We encourage and inspire our people to embrace opportunities as they work to build an electricity system that will make Puerto Rico a better place.If you're looking for a career where you can make a tangible difference in the lives of your neighbors and your community, LUMA is the place for you. LUMA offers new jobs designed to respond to the current and future needs of the T&D system. Together we're transforming the island's electric transmission and distribution system, and energizing Puerto Rico. Please note that these new jobs with LUMA offer different terms and conditions of employment to those currently in place with PREPA.We will schedule interviews with all qualified PREPA candidates. All PREPA applicants will receive priority in hiring and a compensation package equal to or better than what they receive today. In order to receive notifications as additional positions and locations are posted, please create a profile on our career site.

About the Position

This position is within the Regulatory Team. The Regulatory Team works to align LUMA’s business plan with the public energy policy goals of Puerto Rico and plays a key role for the design, implementation and reporting on key policy initiatives. Regulatory works with all LUMA departments in support LUMA’s compliance and reporting obligations under the Operations and Management Agreement, the energy regulator and other governmental bodies. The team works with multiple external stakeholders and is responsible for the delivery of professional written documents, and verbal reason to support compliance and reporting.  

The Land and Permits group within Regulatory is responsible for the administration of all the Transmission and Distribution rights of way and supports LUMA in obtaining and maintaining necessary operational permits, enabling the recovery and transformation of the Puerto Rico electrical system.

This position reports to the Manager, Operational Permits Compliance, this position will be responsible for the liaison with other departments to assist with the completion of work, and the documentation of such work, in accordance with established procedures to ensure the compliance with permit obligations. This will include routine travel to various operating centers within the company to review facilities, the permit obligations associated with operating those facilities, and to assist with the development of work plans to demonstrate and document compliance with permit obligations. This position will identify issues in maintaining permit obligations in certain instances and, in consultation with the operating group responsible, will provide recommendations for capital improvements where appropriate to ensure compliance can be met.

What will you get up to everyday?

• Regular meetings with operating groups to understand work plans and to ensure that work plans include necessary measures to meet permit obligations; including the necessary documentation
• Work with field staff to explain compliance obligations and document requirements
• Develop reporting methodology to remedy compliance issues and complete reports according to the established methodology
• Work with Permits Compliance group and Operations to make improvements to procedures and practices wherever identified
• Assist with the technical information required in any compliance filing
• Must be familiar in working in a Microsoft Office Environment
• Follows all policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned
• Perform major storm restoration work and associated drills as assigned

What We are Hoping You Bring to LUMA

LUMA's culture is rooted in the concept of People First, Safety Always. We want your knowledge and expertise to pair with LUMA's globally recognized experts in numerous fields such as customer service, field workforce development, high-voltage transmission engineering, distributed energy resources and mini/micro grid integration. Our employees receive substantial training and development, as well as opportunities for advancement and success. Within our People First, Safety Always culture, we're committed to offering continuous learning opportunities and career-long support for our employees.

Education

• Must a technical diploma of 2 years from a recognized post secondary institution in a field related to the operation of an electrical utility
• > 11 Years 

Experience

• Specialilzed study of permit law and obligations under the laws
• Work experience in Operations of an electrical utility
• Work experience in an electrical utility with direct experience with operational permit requirements
• > 11 Years

Licenses/Certifications

• Technical certification in a related field

More Details on what to expect with this position at LUMA

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Travel Requirements

• Travels: Yes
• Percent of time: 50%
• Overnight required: Yes

Physical Demands

• Stationary Position:
• Pushing/ Pulling/ Reaching: Frequently
• Climb: Seldom
• Kneel: Seldom
• Grab: Seldom
• Bend: Seldom
• Lift/ Carry over: 5-10 LBS
• Vision: 20/20 Corrected Vision
• Hearing: Receive detailed information if spoken to

Working Conditions

• Wet or humid: Seldom
• Working near or on moving mechanical parts: N/A
• Working near or on heavy machinery: N/A
• Working in high places: N/A
• Exposed to fumes or airborne particles: N/A
• Exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals: N/A
• Frequency of working in outdoor weather conditions: N/A
• Work with electricity: N/A
• Work with explosives: N/A
• Work on or near a source of radiation: N/A
• Loud Noise conditions (abover 87 db): N/A
• Other environmental factors including weather conditions: N/A
• Other:

We are looking forward to seeing your application!

You made it to the end of the job posting! Thank you for expressing interest in LUMA and taking the time to read all the details of this position. We encourage you to apply and give us the opportunity to get to know you better through the recruitment process. Together, we're energizing the people of Puerto Rico.

Note: this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, working conditions, physical demands, and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.LUMA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.