Planner

As a Routine Maintenance Mechanical Planner at Turner Industries, you will be responsible for estimating materials and labor for maintenance projects, reviewing specifications to determine the scope of work, and maintaining detailed files of documentation to support your estimates. You'll also be tasked with following up on contracts and may need to address change orders or procure materials as needed.

To qualify for the Routine Maintenance Mechanical Planner role at Turner Industries, candidates should have at least eight years of field planning experience, preferably in industrial maintenance or related fields. A strong background in mechanical craft, along with proficiency in Google Workspace, is essential. Additional qualifications such as a BS degree in Construction Management or relevant certifications will greatly enhance your application.

Yes, prior experience in the petrochemical industry is highly beneficial for a Routine Maintenance Mechanical Planner at Turner Industries. Specifically, candidates should have at least five years of experience in hydrocarbon or polymer processes, as this expertise will be crucial for planning and executing maintenance tasks effectively within our industrial projects.

At Turner Industries, we believe in nurturing our employees' career growth. A Routine Maintenance Mechanical Planner has avenues for advancement, including potential roles in project management, senior planning positions, or specialized technical roles. Continuous professional development is encouraged, and there are opportunities to attend workshops and training to bolster your skills.

Turner Industries fosters a company culture that emphasizes safety, collaboration, and employee satisfaction. As a Routine Maintenance Mechanical Planner, you will be part of a team that values innovative ideas and strong working relationships. Our commitment to our workers' well-being is reflected in our strategies and operations, making it a great environment for personal and professional growth.

When answering this question, focus on specific examples from your past experiences where you successfully estimated labor and material needs. Highlight any unique challenges you faced, how you gathered data for your estimates, and the impact your accurate budgeting had on project timelines and costs.

It’s important to structure your response around your organizational skills. Discuss the criteria you use to rank tasks, such as urgency, available resources, and project deadlines. Providing a specific scenario can illustrate your effective planning process and your ability to adapt when priorities change.

Your answer should demonstrate your thorough understanding of industry regulations and standards. Discuss how you stay updated on safety regulations, provide training to your team, and audit maintenance procedures to ensure compliance while maintaining high productivity standards.

Select a project that showcases your skills as a Routine Maintenance Mechanical Planner. Describe the project’s scope, your planning approach, the challenges faced, and the successful outcomes, particularly emphasizing how your planning contributed to cost savings or improved efficiency.

Discuss your conflict resolution style, emphasizing communication, active listening, and collaboration. Provide examples of how you’ve successfully navigated conflicts in the past, ensuring that the team continues to move towards common goals without disruption.

Discuss the planning software you have used and the advantages it brought to your projects. Highlight specifics, such as improved accuracy in estimates, enhanced communication with team members, or how you managed project timelines more effectively.

Explain the resources you utilize to stay informed, whether it be industry publications, professional organizations, or continuing education courses. Highlight your dedication to personal development and keeping your skills sharp and relevant within the fast-evolving industry.

Emphasize the importance of collaboration in effective project planning. Share examples from your past where teamwork led to better outcomes and how you believe collective input can lead to innovative solutions in challenging projects.

Talk about the safety standards you prioritize during the planning phase and how you incorporate safety measures into your estimates and project timelines. Stress the importance of creating a safe work environment and how your planning reflects that commitment.

Discuss your process for collecting and analyzing historical data, emphasizing how you use purchase orders, productivity reports, and past project insights to guide your estimates and improve accuracy in current projects.