Genesis10 is currently seeking a Planner/Scheduler for a contract-to-hire position in Akron, OH. The assignment will be for 12 months and has the potential to extend or convert. This position will be remote but will need to be local to travel to various sites within the area. Note: This is an entry-level role, seeking candidates that have an Associate or Bachelors's degree in Engineering Technology or a related discipline. Responsibilities: This job is responsible for the planning / scheduling and technical substation work for the Distribution function of our client. Planning / Scheduling - Demonstrate and direct a solid commitment to all aspects of safety. Provide reliable support to supervision and foremen 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 substation facilities. Assist supervision in establishing work commitment dates and take steps to expedite delivery when necessary and/or practical. Communicate with customers and property owners to meet requirements and work. Participate in interactions with internal/external customers on inquiries concerning construction and maintenance activities. Aid in coordination of work request activities with the appropriate groups to establish job start and completion dates, along with schedules (with contingency plans). Prepare work order packages and requisition materials, close out work orders. Request switching orders (DCC/SCC) and outages through PJM. Call in UG Utility locates (i.e., OUPS, PA ONE CALL, MISO Utility Tickets). Assist in planning and scheduling maintenance on substation equipment to prevent backlog, activate orders in Cascade, utilize EMS to find clearance, and submit outages requests to DCC and Client. Assist in the audit of equipment and procedures in Cascade. Assist in the preparation and verification of regulatory documentation for NERC compliance. Manage time and priorities, and update management on work in progress, backlog of work, section productivity and all other applicable status updates. Assist in the research and development of alternatives/solutions and provide work process improvements. Assist management by providing technical reports and metrics to ensure compliance with FirstEnergy practices and procedures. Utilize Click to create the Substation Electrician/Inspector schedule and assign work. Follow existing processes and improvement practices to develop and support appropriate documentation, communication, and training. Assist in providing Mobile Data Terminal and WMI support. Assist in processing bills and payments, invoicing reimbursable projects, entering invoices in SAP, and performing account reconciliation. Assist with emergencies and storm-related activities and travel to various off-site locations, as well as FirstEnergy office locations, training facilities and customer sites, when requested. Attend all required regulatory training. Recommended Minimum Education and Work Experience: Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology or related discipline +0-1 years of related work experience Associate's degree in Engineering Technology or related discipline +2-3 years of related work experience High School Diploma (or GED) + 4+ years of related work experience Note: Related work experience is knowledge of construction and maintenance practices, procedures, work methods, materials, equipment, and tools which would be used to determine the resources necessary to perform construction and maintenance work activities. Gain knowledge of National Electric Safety Code (NESC) and National Electric Code (NEC). Gain an understanding of the Company's Accident Prevention Handbook and Manual of Ope