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Job Summary
The Mechanical Supervisor is responsible for leading the mechanical maintenance team to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient execution of all mechanical work across the facility. This role directly supervises mechanics and contractors, sets clear expectations, and holds the team accountable for results.
This position requires a highly engaged, field-focused leader who drives work execution, reinforces standards, and fosters a strong team culture aligned with Vistra’s “One Team” philosophy.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities Drive Safe, Disciplined Execution
Ensure all mechanical work is performed safely and in compliance with site procedures and regulatory requirements
Maintain a strong field presence to observe work, reinforce expectations, and intervene when needed
Drive adherence to maintenance standards, procedures, and quality expectations
Lead, Engage, and Hold the Team Accountable
Set clear expectations for safety, performance, and work execution
Hold mechanics and contractors accountable for meeting those expectations
Provide direct, timely feedback—both positive recognition and corrective coaching
Address performance gaps promptly and consistently
Own and Drive Work Execution
Actively drive daily work activities , not just coordinate them
Ensure work is executed according to plan, while adapting to changing plant conditions
Remove barriers and escalate issues that impact schedule, safety, or quality
Deliver results during both routine maintenance and outage conditions
Foster a “One Team” Culture
Promote collaboration across Mechanical, Operations, Electrical, and support teams
Reinforce shared ownership of plant performance, not siloed responsibilities
Support peers and other departments to ensure overall site success
Build a team environment based on trust, respect, and accountability
Execute Maintenance and Outage Work
Plan, coordinate, and oversee mechanical maintenance activities
Support outage planning and execution with a focus on schedule adherence and efficient resource utilization
Ensure work orders are completed accurately and closed out in a timely manner
Drive Continuous Improvement
Identify and act on opportunities to improve equipment reliability and team effectiveness
Engage the team in improvement initiatives (e.g., OPI or similar programs)
Use performance data and observations to drive better outcomes
Qualifications & Experience 6–10 years of mechanical maintenance experience in power generation or heavy industrial environments required.
Supervisory or lead experience with direct responsibility for team performance preferred.
Highschool diploma or GED equivalent required.
Strong knowledge of rotating equipment, pumps, valves, and mechanical systems required.
Experience with work management systems (SAP, Maximo, etc.) preferred.
Proven ability to set expectations, enforce standards, and drive accountability.
Key Leadership Attributes Engaged Leader – Visible in the field and actively involved in work execution
Accountability-Driven – Sets expectations and consistently holds the team to them
Execution-Focused – Drives work to completion with discipline and urgency
Team-Oriented (“One Team”) – Breaks down silos and promotes shared success
Decisive – Takes action and addresses issues directly
What Success Looks Like Supervisor is consistently engaged in the field , driving work—not observing from a distance
Team clearly understands expectations and is held accountable for results
Mechanical work is completed safely, on schedule, and to quality standards
Strong collaboration exists across all disciplines, reflecting a true “One Team” culture
Equipment reliability and team performance show measurable improvement
Issues, risks, and schedule impacts are communicated early and proactively to management , with a focus on no surprises and timely resolution
This role is best suited for individuals who lead from the field, establish clear expectations, hold their teams accountable, and take ownership of delivering results.
Job Family
Plant Operations
Company
Luminant Generation Company LLC
Locations
Sunnyvale, Texas
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