Director of Commercial Solar O&M

Skilled Trades Partners; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Skilled Trades Partners in Buffalo Grove, IL is seeking an experienced Director of Operations & Maintenance to lead multi-regional service operations for commercial solar PV and BESS assets.

The role oversees asset performance, preventive and corrective maintenance, service teams, warranties, customer relationships, and financial performance. A Bachelor's degree and NABCEP certification are preferred. Strong leadership and travel readiness are required.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of O&M, field service, or asset management experience in solar, BESS, electrical infrastructure, or renewable energy.
• Experience leading multi-site or multi-regional service teams.
• Strong knowledge of commercial solar PV and BESS systems.
• Experience with preventive/corrective maintenance, warranties, and asset monitoring.
• Strong leadership, financial, and operational management skills.
• Knowledge of OSHA and renewable energy safety practices.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel regularly.
• Preferred: NABCEP certification and SCADA/EMS knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead O&M operations for commercial solar PV and BESS assets.
• Manage and develop Regional Service Managers and field teams.
• Oversee preventive maintenance, repairs, troubleshooting, and warranty claims.
• Monitor system production, availability, SCADA/EMS, and asset performance.
• Develop processes for dispatch, work orders, documentation, and billing.
• Manage budgets, forecasting, service profitability, and operational KPIs.
• Partner with Engineering, Construction, and Project Management teams.
• Maintain strong customer relationships and ensure timely issue resolution.
• Promote safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Skills

O&M leadership

multi-site leadership

solar PV knowledge

financial management

safety compliance

travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree

NABCEP certification

Job description

Location: Buffalo Grove, IL
Salary: $120,000–$150,000/year

We are hiring an experienced Director of Operations & Maintenance to lead multi-regional service operations supporting commercial solar PV and battery energy storage (BESS) assets.

This senior leadership position will oversee asset performance, preventive and corrective maintenance, service teams, warranties, customer relationships, and financial performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead O&M operations for commercial solar PV and BESS assets
• Manage and develop Regional Service Managers and field teams
• Oversee preventive maintenance, repairs, troubleshooting, and warranty claims
• Monitor system production, availability, SCADA/EMS, and asset performance
• Develop processes for dispatch, work orders, documentation, and billing
• Manage budgets, forecasting, service profitability, and operational KPIs
• Partner with Engineering, Construction, and Project Management teams
• Maintain strong customer relationships and ensure timely issue resolution
• Promote safety, accountability, and continuous improvement

Qualifications

• 8+ years of O&M, field service, or asset management experience in solar, BESS, electrical infrastructure, or renewable energy
• Experience leading multi-site or multi-regional service teams
• Strong knowledge of commercial solar PV and BESS systems
• Experience with preventive/corrective maintenance, warranties, and asset monitoring
• Strong leadership, financial, and operational management skills
• Knowledge of OSHA and renewable energy safety practices
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel regularly

Preferred: Bachelor's degree, NABCEP certification, and experience with SCADA, EMS, SRECs, PPAs, and renewable energy asset management.

Compensation & Benefits

• $120,000–$150,000/year
• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off & paid holidays
• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
• Career growth opportunities