O&M Manager - Solar

Invenergy, LLC; Huntsville (TX); On-site; USD 115,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401k

Profit sharing

Paid time off

Job summary

Invenergy LLC is seeking an Operations & Maintenance Manager for the Piney Woods Solar Energy Center in Walker County, Texas. You will oversee day-to-day operations, supervise staff, and ensure a safe, compliant, and efficient solar facility.

The role requires PV maintenance experience, SCADA familiarity, NEC/NFPA knowledge, budgeting, and strong vendor coordination. Travel up to 50% may be required. This is a safety-sensitive position with drug testing consideration.

Qualifications

• Minimum six months of supervisory experience.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Able to work outdoors in inclement weather.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Eligible to work in the United States without employer visa sponsorship.
• Knowledge of NEC and NFPA standards.
• Experience with PV maintenance and SCADA systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operation of the Piney Woods Solar Energy Center in a safe, environmentally sound manner.
• Prepare and implement operating and maintenance procedures ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.
• Recruit, train and manage plant operating, maintenance and administrative staff.
• Prepare annual operating budgets and status reports.
• Interface with local customers and suppliers.
• Procure parts, materials and services; resolve technical issues.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental and contractual responsibilities.
• Perform routine QA checks of solar technician work; assist technicians when needed.

Skills

Supervisory experience

MS Office

Verbal communication

Written communication

Outdoor work

Travel up to 50%

Driver's license

SCADA systems experience

Electrical knowledge NEC/NFPA

Tools

Thermographic inspection tools

I‑V Curve Tracers

Meggers

Ground fault detectors

Job description

Invenergy is North America’s largest privately held developer, owner, and operator of power infrastructure. With 25 years of trusted execution, we deliver reliable, affordable energy through a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, solar, land-based wind, energy storage, transmission, and domestic manufacturing. Headquartered in Chicago, we develop, own, and operate large scale projects that power communities and support the energy future.This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3-day posting window.Job DescriptionAbout the SiteThe Piney Woods Solar Energy Center, an approximately 150 MW AC (195 MW DC) utility‑scale solar project located in Walker County, Texas. Tmeic inverters, Nextracker systemPosition OverviewAs an Operations & Maintenance Manager you will be responsible for managing the Piney Woods Solar Energy Center.ResponsibilitiesManage all aspects of the day to day operation of the facility in a safe and environmentally sound manner.Prepare and implement plant operating and maintenance procedures ensuring compliance with all Federal, State and Local requirements.Recruit, select, train and manage plant operating, maintenance and administrative staff.Prepare annual operating budgets and periodic status reports.Interface and coordinate with local customers and suppliers.Procure parts, materials, services and support resolution of technical issues.Ensure compliance with all project safety, environmental and contractual responsibilities.Provide a high level of professionalism and technical expertise.Perform routine Quality Assurance checks of solar technician work.Assist solar technicians from time to time in various solar maintenance and troubleshooting activities.Required SkillsA minimum of six (6) months of supervisory experience.Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office software.Excellent verbal and written communications skills.Must be able to work outdoors in inclement weather, climb portable ladders without assistanceThis position may require the ability to remotely manage new projects within a region, so candidate must be willing to travel up to 50% as business needs warrant.Willing to work nights during scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activitiesAbility to move and manipulate up to 45 kg (100 pounds).Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.Preferred Education and/or Work Experience10 years of experience in a manufacturing or skilled trade environmentExperience in power generation facilitiesExperience with PV maintenance, including DC systems, AC medium voltage systems, and network communications and monitoringExperience with the operation of various SCADA systemsSkilled in the use of testing equipment and tools such as Thermographic Electrical Inspection, I-V Curve Tracing, Meggers, and Ground Fault DetectionStrong Analytical and Diagnostic capabilities to troubleshoot and correct problems foundKnowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC), NFPA, and other standard practicesAbility to read and understand electrical single-line and three-line diagrams / schematicsThis is a safety sensitive position. Individuals receiving conditional offers of employment will be subject to drug testing and must receive a negative result to begin working for the company.Base Pay$115,000.00 - $155,000.00 USD AnnualBonus: 10% - 40%The base pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target salary for the position. Invenergy considers a number of factors when determining base pay offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education and skills.In addition to base pay, the total annual compensation package may also include eligibility to participate in our bonus program(s) which are designed to reward individual and company performance. Your recruiter can share more about bonus eligibility for this position during the hiring process.Invenergy offers a variety of other benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k, profit sharing, paid time off, etc.Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.