Karen Franks
About Karen Franks
Karen Franks is a Dam & Hydro Planner Scheduler at LCRA, where she has worked since 2020. She has a background in planning and scheduling within the energy sector, having previously held positions at Austin Energy, Panda Temple Power, and the City of Pflugerville.
Work at LCRA
Karen Franks has been employed at the Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) as a Dam & Hydro Planner Scheduler since 2020. In this role, she is responsible for planning and scheduling activities related to dam operations and hydroelectric power generation. Her work contributes to the efficient management of water resources and energy production in the region.
Previous Experience in Water Treatment
Before joining LCRA, Karen Franks worked at the City of Pflugerville, Texas, as a Treatment Plant Operator III from 2018 to 2020. In this position, she was involved in the operations and maintenance of water treatment facilities, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Her experience in this role enhanced her understanding of water management systems.
Career in Maintenance Planning
Karen Franks served as a Maintenance Planner Scheduler at Panda Temple Power from 2013 to 2015. During her tenure, she was responsible for scheduling maintenance activities and ensuring the reliability of power generation equipment. This role provided her with valuable experience in the energy sector and maintenance planning.
Experience at Austin Energy
From 2005 to 2013, Karen Franks worked as a Planner Scheduler Analyst at Austin Energy, specifically at the Sand Hill Energy Center. In this role, she focused on planning and scheduling operational activities, contributing to the overall efficiency of energy production. Her eight years at Austin Energy equipped her with extensive knowledge of energy operations.
Education and Expertise
Karen Franks completed her education at Bastrop High School, where she studied General Studies and earned her diploma from 1984 to 1988. This educational background laid the foundation for her career in planning and scheduling within the water and energy sectors.