Field Operations Manager – Solar & Storage (Multistate)

QE Solar; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Wellbeing and Employee Assistance

Learning & Development Opportunities

Discounted Life & Disability Insurance

Job summary

QE Solar is seeking a results-driven Field Operations Manager to lead field operations for our distributed generation solar portfolio across multiple states. You will manage field technicians, drive safety, quality, and customer satisfaction while partnering with customers to deliver exceptional service.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years in renewable energy operations, strong leadership and budgeting skills, and a proven track record of developing teams and improving field performance in

Qualifications

• 5+ years in renewable energy operations.
• 3+ years leading field personnel.
• Knowledge of electrical systems, inverters, MV equipment, DAS, and O&M.
• OSHA and NFPA 70E knowledge.
• Strong leadership, communication, budgeting, scheduling, and CMMS experience.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Solar Field Technicians across multiple states.
• Manage daily field operations for preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, commissioning support, and emergency response.
• Ensure compliance with QE Solar safety policies, OSHA regulations, NFPA 70E, and customer safety requirements.
• Conduct field visits to coach technicians and maintain quality standards.
• Monitor KPIs including uptime, response times, work order completion, labor utilization, and customer satisfaction.
• Develop staffing plans and resource allocation.
• Recruit, interview, onboard, and train employees.
• Conduct performance reviews and employee development.
• Manage labor, travel, fleet, and operational budgets.
• Partner with Engineering, Asset Management, Vegetation Management, and other departments.
• Conduct customer meetings and site visits.
• Investigate safety incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain CMMS documentation and regulatory compliance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Field management

Budgeting

Scheduling

CMMS

Safety compliance

OSHA NFPA70E knowledge

Customer relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CMMS

Job description

QE Solar is seeking a results-driven Field Operations Manager to lead field operations for our distributed generation solar portfolio across multiple states. You will manage field technicians, drive safety, quality, and customer satisfaction while partnering with customers to deliver exceptional service.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years in renewable energy operations, strong leadership and budgeting skills, and a proven track record of developing teams and improving field performance in