O&M Manager - Solar

Invenergy; Samson (AL); On-site; USD 115,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Invenergy is seeking an Operations & Maintenance Manager for the Samson/Delilah Solar Energy Center in Bogata, TX. Lead day-to-day operations and manage the maintenance programs to ensure safe, reliable power generation.

You will oversee staff, implement operating budgets, and coordinate with partners while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance. This is a safety-sensitive role with potential travel up to 50% and a base salary in the six-figure USD range.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 6 months of supervisory experience.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather and climb ladders.
• Willing to travel up to 50% as needed.
• Willing to work nights during maintenance activities.
• Physically able to move and lift up to 45 kg (100 lb).
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the solar facility safely and environmentally.
• Prepare operating and maintenance procedures to ensure compliance.
• Recruit, train, and supervise plant staff across operations and maintenance.
• Develop annual operating budgets and provide status reports.
• Coordinate with customers and suppliers at local sites.
• Procure parts and services and resolve technical issues.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and contractual requirements.
• Perform QA checks on solar technician work and assist as needed.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Computer skills

Verbal and written communication

Outdoor work

Travel up to 50%

Night shift willingness

Heavy lifting

Driver's license

US work eligibility

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

SCADA systems

Thermography

I-V Curve Tracing

Meggers

Ground fault detection

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 Description

About the Site

The Samson /Delilah Solar Energy Center located in Bogata, TX is a 1300 MW-AC solar powered generation facility utilizing TMEIC inverters, NEXTracker trackers with 5 attached substation. Three of the 5 planned phases are in or entering operations with the remaining two currently under construction.

Position Overview

As an Operations & Maintenance Manager you will be responsible for managing the Two of the Phases for the Samson/ Delilah Solar Energy Center in partnership with existing site Management for cohesive operations of the whole complex

Responsibilities

• Manage 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 Skills

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• A 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 assistance
• This 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 activities
• Ability 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 Experience

• Experience in power generation facilities
• Experience with PV maintenance, including DC systems, AC medium voltage systems, and network communications and monitoring
• Experience with the operation of various SCADA systems
• Skilled in the use of testing equipment and tools such as Thermographic Electrical Inspection, I-V Curve Tracing, Meggers, and Ground Fault Detection
• Strong Analytical and Diagnostic capabilities to troubleshoot and correct problems found
• Knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC), NFPA, and other standard practices
• Ability to read and understand electrical single-line and three-line diagrams / schematics

This 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 Annual
Bonus: 20%

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.