Maintenance Supervisor

Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure Plc; Hinkley (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure Plc in Southern California is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead the on-site maintenance team for utility-scale solar PV plants. This full-time role is based in the Imperial Valley with travel between Imperial Sun Solar, Overnight Solar, and upcoming sites as the portfolio grows.

You will manage preventive and corrective maintenance, enforce safety standards, coordinate with ROC/SCADA, and drive continuous improvement across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Associated degree or equivalent in electrical/renewable energy field.
• 5–7 years in solar PV ops/maintenance.
• 2–3 years in supervisory role.
• Knowledge of PV components and electrical safety.
• Willingness to travel between sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site maintenance team for PV plants in Southern California.
• Plan and oversee preventive maintenance programs and corrective actions.
• Enforce safety SOPs and compliance with LOTO, arc-flash and HV procedures.
• Coordinate with ROC/SCADA monitoring and CMMS work orders.
• Manage vendor, warranty and contractor activities on site.
• Support new site integration and ramp-up activities.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Electrical safety

SCADA/DAS knowledge

CMMS/SAP PM

Education

Associated degree in electrical/renewable energy

Tools

SAP PM

CMMS

SCADA

Job description

We are currently recruiting a Maintenance Supervisor to join our team and contribute to key projects in a dynamic and collaborative environment. This role is part of a global team working toward common goals. We operate as one company, across all locations, with shared responsibility and clear accountability. The Maintenance Supervisor leads the on-site maintenance team responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the Company's utility-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) plants in Southern California, currently comprising Imperial Sun Solar and Overnight Solar. The portfolio is expected to grow as additional PV assets under development in Southern California and Arizona reach commercial operation, and this role will play a key part in bringing those new sites into steady‑state operations and maintenance. This is a full-time, position based in the Imperial Valley, with regular travel between plant sites as the portfolio expands.

Key Responsibilities

The Maintenance Supervisor leads the on-site maintenance team responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the Company's utility-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) plants in Southern California, currently comprising Imperial Sun Solar and Overnight Solar. The portfolio is expected to grow as additional PV assets under development in Southern California and Arizona reach commercial operation, and this role will play a key part in bringing those new sites into steady‑state operations and maintenance.

Team Supervision & Workforce Management

• Supervise, schedule, and develop a team of PV maintenance technicians across Imperial Sun Solar, Overnight Solar, and additional sites as the portfolio expands.
• Assign daily work, balance staffing across sites, and ensure adequate coverage for planned maintenance, corrective work, and emergency response.
• Conduct performance reviews, one‑on‑ones, and skills assessments; identify training needs and support technician development and retention.
• Establish and enforce Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), safety protocols, and work‑quality standards across all supervised sites.
• Serve as the primary point of escalation for technicians on complex equipment issues or field safety concerns.

Preventive & Corrective Maintenance

• Plan and oversee preventive maintenance (PM) programs for PV modules, inverters, combiner boxes, trackers, transformers, switchgear, and balance‑of‑plant systems.
• Direct corrective maintenance response to equipment failures, underperformance alerts, and inspection findings to minimize downtime and lost generation.
• Review maintenance data and performance trends to identify recurring failure modes and drive root‑cause analysis with O&M engineering.
• Ensure spare parts availability and coordinate with procurement/supply chain on critical components and long‑lead items.

Safety, Compliance & Site Standards

• Champion a strong safety culture; ensure full compliance with Lock Out / Tag Out (LOTO), arc‑flash, and high‑voltage safety procedures across all sites.
• Conduct or oversee job safety analyses (JSAs), toolbox talks, and safety audits; ensure timely close‑out of corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, NEC, and NFPA 70E requirements, plus applicable state and local environmental regulations.
• Maintain site access, security, and environmental compliance standards (stormwater, vegetation management, and habitat requirements as applicable).

Monitoring Coordination & Work Order Management

• Partner with the Remote Operations Center (ROC) / SCADA monitoring team to triage alarms, prioritize response, and confirm resolution of equipment issues.
• Ensure technicians create, update, and close SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) Work Orders, or the equivalent CMMS, accurately and on schedule.
• Monitor Work Order backlog and expedite aging or high‑priority items to the O&M Manager and asset management team.
• Participate in daily and weekly maintenance planning meetings to align field activity with generation forecasts and outage schedules.

Vendor, Warranty & Contractor Management

• Coordinate on‑site work performed by OEM service providers, warranty technicians, and specialty subcontractors (module, inverter, tracker, and electrical contractors).
• Track warranty claims and performance‑guarantee issues; ensure timely documentation and follow‑up with OEMs.
• Oversee contractor safety orientation, site access, and compliance with the Company's site rules.

Outage & Site Coordination

• Coordinate planned outages and equipment isolations with the ROC/scheduling coordinators to minimize generation loss and ensure safe system states.
• Authorize and document switching operations, clearances, and equipment isolation for field work.
• Maintain accurate records of planned work, site access, and crew activity across supervised sites.

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare and deliver regular maintenance and performance reports (availability, Performance Ratio, Work Order cycle time, downtime causes) to the O&M Manager and asset management.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, inspection records, and incident reports for each site.
• Support post-event investigations and document lessons learned to prevent recurrence.

New Site Integration & Portfolio Growth

• Support the transition of new Southern California and Arizona PV sites from construction/commissioning into steady‑state operations and maintenance.
• Help build out maintenance staffing plans, spare parts inventories, and SOPs for incoming sites.
• Participate in commissioning punch‑list resolution, acceptance testing support, and initial performance troubleshooting for newly energized assets.
• Travel to new or existing sites as needed to support ramp‑up activities and cross‑train technicians across the growing portfolio.

Qualifications

• Associated degree in electrical engineering, renewable energy, or a related technical field — OR equivalent combination of education and hands‑on experience.
• Minimum 5–7 years of experience in solar PV operations & maintenance, electrical maintenance, or utility‑scale power plant maintenance.
• Minimum 2–3 years in a supervisory or lead role directing field maintenance technicians.
• Working knowledge of PV system components: modules, string/central inverters, trackers, combiner boxes, MV/HV transformers, and switchgear.
• Strong knowledge of electrical safety practices, including LOTO, arc‑flash awareness, and high‑voltage switching procedures.
• Familiarity with SCADA/DAS monitoring platforms and CMMS/work order systems (SAP PM or equivalent).
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel regularly between Southern California and Arizona plant sites.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Preferred

• Experience supervising maintenance across multiple utility‑scale PV sites simultaneously.
• OSHA 30‑Hour certification, NFPA 70E qualification, or equivalent electrical safety credentials.
• Experience supporting new‑site commissioning or ramp‑up into commercial operations.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish).
• Experience with major PV OEM platforms (e.g., First Solar, SMA, Sungrow, Nextracker, or similar).

Core Competencies

• Operational Leadership Technical Acumen
• Team coaching & performance management PV systems knowledge (modules, inverters, trackers, balance‑of‑plant)
• Decision‑making under pressure SCADA/DAS monitoring & alarm triage
• Effective escalation & communication SAP PM / CMMS work order proficiency
• Process discipline & SOP adherence Electrical safety, LOTO & high‑voltage switching expertise

Company Culture

We believe in a culture of trust, shared goals, and accountability. No matter where you are based, you are part of one team working toward the same mission.