DIRECTOR OF FIELD OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE - CARTER GLOBAL POWER
Carter Machinery, Inc.
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Job summary
Carter Machinery, Inc. in Richmond, Virginia seeks a Director of Field Operations and Maintenance to lead distributed power asset projects, oversee commissioning, and drive operational excellence across multiple sites.
The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and collaboration with engineering, supply chain, and OEM partners. A bachelor’s degree and 12+ years in power generation are required, with CAT experience preferred. Excellent compensation and growth opportunities are offered.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, or related field.
- Minimum 12 years of power generation operations and maintenance.
- Hands-on experience with natural gas turbines and/or reciprocating engines.
- Experience managing field teams in multi-site environments.
- Familiarity with CAT equipment and CAT dealers.
Responsibilities
- Lead field teams for commissioning, operations, and maintenance.
- Ensure safety culture and regulatory compliance across sites.
- Coordinate commissioning activities with Engineering and PM teams.
- Develop maintenance programs and oversee scheduling.
- Create sales and marketing collateral with Engineering/Commercial teams.
- Oversee major maintenance events with CAT dealers and OEM partners.
- Track asset performance and lifecycle costs.
- Foster cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Supply Chain, and Commercial.
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Job description
Location: Mechanicsville, VA 23116, USA
Category: Power Systems/PSD Rental Operations
Posted Date: October 23, 2026
Requisition_Number: DIREC006898
Schedule: Full Time
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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At Carter Machinery, we don’t just offer jobs - we offer long-term careers defined by purpose, innovation, and impact. We’ve built an award-winning workplace where high achievers thrive, careers grow, and your work truly matters.
Our legacy is strong, our vision is bold, and our future is built on investing in the growth and well-being of our people. Whether you're turning a wrench, managing operations, or supporting customers, you play a vital role in powering industries that moves the world forward.
Job Title: Director of Field Operations and Maintenance
Location: Richmond, Virginia
Starting Compensation Range: $200,000 - $240,000 + annual bonus eligibility
- Lead and manage field teams responsible for commissioning, operations, and maintenance of distributed power assets
- Establish a strong culture of safety, accountability, and operational excellence across all project sites
- Ensure all sites operate in compliance with company standards, customer requirements, and regulatory obligations
- Oversee commissioning activities including system integration, testing, and performance validation
- Coordinate with Engineering and Project Management teams to ensure successful transition from construction to operations
- Ensure systems are fully operational, documented, and handed over to operations teams
- Create and manage sales and marketing collateral, including:
- Capability statements and pitch decks
- Product and solution briefs
- Case studies and customer success stories
- Whitepapers and thought-leadership content
- Translate complex technical concepts into accessible, customer-focused materials in collaboration with Engineering and Commercial teams
- Develop and manage preventative and predictive maintenance programs for all generation assets
- Oversee maintenance planning, scheduling, and tracking systems
- Ensure timely execution of routine maintenance to optimize asset life and reliability
- Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis for equipment failures and performance issues
- Coordinate major maintenance events (e.g., overhauls, top-end rebuilds) with Caterpillar (CAT) dealers and other OEM partners
- Manage vendor relationships, scopes of work, and service quality
- Ensure alignment between maintenance activities and operational schedules
- Track asset performance, maintenance history, and lifecycle costs
- Identify opportunities to improve reliability, efficiency, and cost performance
- Support implementation of standardized maintenance practices across the fleet
- Partner with Engineering to address design improvements and technical issues
- Coordinate with Supply Chain for parts procurement and inventory management
- Support Commercial and Customer teams with estimates, operational reporting and performance updates
- Work in coordination with team to achieve Continuous Improvement goals and objectives
- Perform various other duties as assigned
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, or related field (or equivalent field experience)
- Minimum 12 years of experience in power generation operations and maintenance
- Hands‑on experience with natural gas turbines and/or reciprocating engines
- Experience managing field teams in a multi‑site or mobile asset environment
- Strong understanding of SCADA systems, Energy Management Systems (EMS), and remote monitoring tools
- Experience with maintenance planning and tracking systems (CMMS)
- Experience with Caterpillar (CAT) equipment or working with CAT dealers
- Experience in data center, industrial, utility, or oil and gas environments
- Familiarity with grid‑interconnected and behind‑the‑meter applications
- Experience with modular or rapidly deployable power systems
- Field leadership and team management
- Operational reliability and uptime optimization
- Preventative and predictive maintenance
- SCADA and system performance monitoring
- Vendor and OEM coordination
- Safety and compliance focus
- Leading and managing field teams responsible for commissioning, operations, and maintenance of distributed power assets
- Overseeing commissioning activities
- Creating and managing sales and marketing collateral
- Developing and managing preventative and predictive maintenance programs for all generation assets
- Coordinating major maintenance events with Caterpillar (CAT) dealers and other OEM partners
- Tracking asset performance, maintenance history, and lifecycle costs
- Partnering with Engineering to address design improvements and technical issues
- Promoting positive customer experiences
- Uphold the Core Values of Integrity, Communication, Excellence and Teamwork by embracing The Carter Way
- Required to sit and talk or hear
- Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms
- Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus
- Health, dental and vision insurance
- Paid time off
- 401(k), $0.75 to $1.25 match up to 6%
- Life and disability insurance
- In‑house training instructors/programs
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee referral bonus program
- Tool allowances and tool loans
- Discounts on cellular phone service, computers, and vehicles
- Opportunities for overtime
- Shift differential (if applicable)
You’ll gain access to real learning, real advancement, and a real future in a company that’s reshaping what it means to lead in our industry. If you're looking for purpose, possibilities, and a team that wins together - you belong at Carter Machinery.
Come build what matters and build your future with us.
Actual base pay may vary based on experience, skills, qualifications, education, geographic location, and other relevant business considerations. In addition to base pay, the compensation package may include participation in performance‑based incentive programs (e.g., discretionary or non‑discretionary plans), as well as overtime eligibility depending on the role.
Carter Machinery Co. Inc. is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals – including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, or any other characteristic protected by law – are encouraged to apply.
Carter Machinery is a drug‑free workplace.
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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