Hiring: Floating Planner Scheduler-Summit- North NJ Region Company: FirstEnergy Location: Summit, NJ Job Posted Time: 2026-09-03 11:25:59 Employment Type: Contract Target Skills & Keywords : AutoCAD, CAD, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, SAP About the job Experience: •0-1 years related work experience. In lieu of bachelor’s degree, minimum of 2 years related work experience is required. Related work experience includes customer service and knowledge of planning/scheduling/prioritizing of work for self or others. •1-2 years related work experience. In lieu of bachelor’s degree, minimum of 3 years related work experience is required. •2-4 years related work experience. In lieu of bachelor’s degree, minimum of 5 years related work experience is required •4-6 years related work experience. In lieu of bachelor’s degree, minimum of 7 years related work experience is required. •1 years related work experience. In lieu of bachelor’s degree, minimum of 2 years related work experience is required. Related work experience includes customer service and knowledge of planning/scheduling/prioritizing of work for self or others. Required Skills: •We are a forward-thinking electric utility powered by a diverse team of employees committed to making customers’ lives brighter, the environment better and our communities stronger. •This is an open position with Jersey Central Power & Light Company, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. •This position is located onsite in Summit, NJ and will be responsible for covering the Norther New Jersey Region. •This position is responsible for short-range planning and scheduling operational processes, analyzing results, and supporting the implementation of process improvements with an eye on maximizing operational productivity and efficiency associated with FirstEnergy’s work management system. •Demonstrate and direct a solid commitment to all aspects of safety. •Assist in providing reliable support to operations supervision by planning and scheduling activities, managing the work queue, staffing, equipment, materials, tools, switching orders, permits, work package instructions, etc. required to operate, maintain and/or construct overhead/underground line facilities. •Develop a firm two-week plan of assigned operations center activities, and a one-month projection of anticipated future activities providing management with a daily work plan and job contingency strategy. •Assist supervision in establishing work commitment dates and take steps to expedite projects when necessary and/or practical, as well as adjust schedule daily due to changes in available resources and/or other external conditions. Qualifications: •Knowledge of procedures, work methods, materials, equipment, and tools which would be used to determine the resources necessary to perform construction and maintenance work activities is a plus. •Professionalism to work with engineer and management personnel, as well as interface and work cooperatively with customers, contractors, and the general public, in a courteous manner that demonstrates FirstEnergy’s rules of engagement. •Self-motivated and able to multitask and balance competing priorities. •Possess solid verbal and written communication skills. Compensation: •$85,680 - $100,800 / year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!