Lead O&M Technician

OneEnergy Renewables; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off six weeks

Volunteer Time Off

Medical coverage

401(k) matching

Life insurance

Wellness incentives

Job summary

OneEnergy is seeking a Lead O&M Technician for the Midwest region to oversee day-to-day operations of solar projects. You will coordinate with on-site contractors, manage safety and quality, and mentor the O&M team while supporting commissioning, troubleshooting and performance testing.

The role requires 5+ years in solar O&M or related fields, strong communication skills, and willingness to travel up to 50% to meet project needs. OHSA-30 preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years Solar O&M, construction and/or technical project experience.
• OHSA-30 Certification preferred but not required.
• Strong communication and organizational skills for multi-employee projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide portfolio level O&M oversight for solar projects in a region.
• Coordinate with on-site contractors and project stakeholders.
• Mentor and lead the O&M team for safety and quality.
• Improve standards and procedures to maintain quality on projects.
• Support communications between site staff, procurement, engineering, and admin.

Skills

Solar O&M

Safety leadership

Team mentoring

Stakeholder communication

Project oversight

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Procore

Autodesk Build

MS Project

Job description

OneEnergy’s mission is to make clean energy the #1 source of electricity for consumers and utilities. We develop solar energy and battery energy storage (BESS) projects across the United States in community solar, distributed generation, and large utility scale project segments.Our diverse project pipeline, multiple locations across the US, and unique multidisciplined team sets us apart.

We are a dynamic and innovative renewable energy industry company committed to excellence, collaboration, and driving positive change in our industry.

About the role

OneEnergy is seeking an experienced commercial and/or utility-scale solar Lead O&M Technician for theMidwest region. The Lead O&M Technician will report to the Associate Director O&M and work hand inhand with Operations Analyst, Lead Design Engineers, Subcontractors, and other support staff. Theposition will have responsibility for assisting the O&M team in reviewing a portfolio of project siteactivities, including safety, maintenance, compliance, quality assurance and quality control both on-site and through remote measures. The Lead O&M Technician will provide advance levelcommissioning, troubleshooting, and performance testing to support our Operations and MaintenancePortfolio.

What you'll do

• Provide portfolio level oversight to the O&M team that is responsible for day-to-day operationsoversight on solar projects located within a geographical region.
• Engage with the on-site contractors and various other project stakeholders as OneEnergy’s primaryproject contact person supported by the O&M team.
• Provide team support in efforts to develop, maintain, and ensure the team’s consistent bestpractices for jobsite safety, quality, and subcontractor management.
• Provide mentorship, and oversight of your O&M team, as the lead for accountability, quality andsafety on OneEnergy’s project.
• Review construction/operational requirements and provide improvements to OneEnergy standardsand procedures to maintain quality and safety on our projects.
• Help facilitate and support other O&M team communications of project requirements andexpectations between on-site Staff, Procurement, Engineering and Administrative staff to ensure allcustomer project needs and internal administrative requirements are met.
• Help foster and support efforts to continually improve operational methods for value and efficiency.Collaborate with Field Engineering and Delivery PMs to update and communicate learned field bestpractices that allow OneEnergy to maintain an industry leadership position.
• Review and improve OneEnergy requirements for contractor adherence to HSE and Contractobligations through on-site and remote oversight and standard process improvement.
• Provide leadership and support for the O&M team as a technical lead for troubleshooting,energization, commissioning, witness test and capacity testing.
• Create and foster continuous improvement between internal teams, utilizing tools, and creatingcompany processes where needed.
• Operate in a professional, responsible, and collaborative manner with all project participants.
• Communicate all internal and external party performance, attendance or quality concerns with theAssociate Director O&M.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is preferred in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of Solar O&M, construction and/or technical project experience.
• OHSA-30 Certification preferred, but not required.
• Demonstrated track record of success in solar energy or related field.
• Strong attention to detail with organizational capacity to manage multiple employees and projectssimultaneously.
• A proven ability to provide high level of safety and expertise during high-risk activities likeenergization, testing, commissioning and operational support.
• Self-motivated with proven ability to take ownership, initiative, and accountability.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to manage competing priorities often across functional and operational lines.
• Ability to contribute to an amicable working environment with other associates and employees.
• Position requires frequent travel, approximately 25-50% in the field, depending on time of year.
• Proficient PC computer skills and familiarity with MS Office and Windows. Experience inconstruction management software (Procore, Autodesk Build, MS Project, etc) a benefit.
• Must have a “roll up your sleeves and let’s get the job done right” type attitude.

Compensation

OneEnergy’s compensation packages are dependent on an array of factors including, but not limited toskill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, geographic location, and otherorganizational needs. We provide generous Paid Time Off (six weeks/year) and an impactful Volunteer Time Off Program. We offer robust employee benefits including comprehensive medical coverage,401(k) matching retirement plan, life insurance, wellness incentives, and more.

• Paid Time Off (six weeks/year)
• Volunteer Time Off Program
• comprehensive medical coverage
• 401(k) matching retirement plan
• life insurance
• wellness incentives

We recognize an equitable energy transition requires the participation of diverse communities, groups,and institutions. OneEnergy is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate againstotherwise qualified applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, ancestry,citizenship status, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or handicap,veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.