Area Resource Manager

Fluence; Prescott (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Fluence seeks an Area Resource Manager to lead on-site preventive maintenance for battery storage systems and manage a regional team of technicians and vendors.

You will ensure safety, schedule work orders, mentor staff, and drive continuous improvement across maintenance procedures while traveling extensively across projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 5 years of applicable experience.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of renewable energy systems and grid storage solutions.
• Familiarity with OSHA, NFPA, IEEE standards.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example to ensure safety and productivity, escalating roadblocks.
• On-site management of resources staff, vendors, contractors, etc.
• Maintain preventive and reactive maintenance on BESS equipment and related assets.
• Mentor junior team members on complex technical issues.
• Create and schedule work orders; manage workload for direct reports.
• Hold or obtain OSHA 10, NFPA 70E, and CPR certifications.
• Apply lock out tag out procedures and ensure compliance.
• Complete maintenance on time and notify delays early.
• Travel 50-80% within the assigned project region.

Skills

Leadership

Multitask management

Communication

Renewable energy knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree or 5 years of relevant experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Fluence (Nasdaq: FLNC) is a global market leader delivering intelligent energy storage and optimization software for renewables and storage. Our solutions and operational services are helping to create a more resilient grid and unlock the full potential of renewable portfolios. With gigawatts of successful implementations across nearly 50 markets, we are transforming the way we power our world for a more sustainable future. For more information, please visit fluenceenergy.com.

Role Overview

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Area Resource Manager to join our team. In this role, you will be performing on-site preventive maintenance and troubleshooting activities for battery storage systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead by example to ensure everyone stays safe and productive, escalating roadblocks to develop a safe path forward.
• On-site management of resources staff, including employees, vendors, contractors, etc.
• Knowledge of preventative and reactive maintenance on various BESS equipment and related assets (including but not limited to SCADA communications, Inverters, MV & HV operations, HVAC, substations switching & inspections, etc.).
• Act as a mentor and resource for junior team members on complex technical issues.
• Create and schedule work orders for resource technicians and manage workload for direct reports.
• Either currently hold or able to immediately obtain certifications for OSHA 10, NFPA 70E, and CPR.
• Advanced knowledge and experience with lock out tag out procedures.
• On-time completion of preventative maintenance activities and early notification of any potential delays to the schedule.
• Continuous improvement of new and existing procedures to increase safety and/or reduce cost/schedule.
• Travel up to 50-80% within your assigned region of projects.
• Ensure Fluence employees under your direction have been added to the correct charge codes and have accurately completed their respective timesheets based on the work performed.
• Verify consistent and thorough execution of preventative maintenance tasks.
• Collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure project maintenance success and alignment with organization objectives.
• Foster relationships with cross-functional teams to facilitate collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Generate daily/weekly reports and customer-facing after-action reports, notifying key stakeholders of any reactive work that will need to be performed based on the findings of the scheduled maintenance.
• Able to operate company vehicles both on site as well as on public roads and highways. Must have a current driver’s license with a good DMV record.
• Requires ability to physically bend, stoop, sit, stand, walk, reach, climb ladders/steps, and lift at least 50 lbs.
• Other job duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree, equivalent in an applicable field of study, or 5 years in applicable experience.
• Well-organized and strong expertise in Microsoft Office suite.
• Eager to be part of a fast-growing company and to be a leader in a rapidly developing part of the power sector.
• Ability to manage multiple work fronts simultaneously and drive teams to adhere to their schedules.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to present ideas and suggestions clearly and effectively to internal and external audiences.
• Familiarity with renewable energy systems and grid storage solutions.
• Knowledge of industry standards (e.g., OSHA, NFPA, IEEE).
• Customer-focused mindset with strong interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills related to electrical troubleshooting, reading and interpreting schematic drawings, and having the ability to follow company QC and testing procedures.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Fluence, we believe great teams are built on a collaborative and connected culture. We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome qualified applicants of all backgrounds. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other status protected by law.

Work Authorization

To join our team, you’ll need to be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout your employment, without the need for employer sponsorship. Please note that Fluence does not sponsor work visas for this position.