Head of Field Operations & Maintenance (Power Systems)

Carter Machinery, Inc.; Mechanicsville (VA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Life and disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral bonus

Tool allowances

Discounts on devices/vehicles

Overtime opportunities

Shift differential

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.

Skills

Field leadership

Team management

Safety culture

SCADA/EMS

CMMS

CAT equipment experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Operations

Tools

SCADA

EMS

CMMS

Job description

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.