O&M Manager - Solar

Invenergy, LLC; Town of Texas, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Invenergy, LLC in Texas seeks an Operations & Maintenance Manager to lead day-to-day operations for the Samson/Delilah Solar Energy Center. You will supervise staff, develop and enforce operating procedures, and ensure compliance with safety and environmental requirements.

The role requires travel up to 50%, ability to work nights during maintenance, and strong budgeting and communication skills. PV maintenance and SCADA experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Six months of supervisory experience is required.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and strong communication skills.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% and work nights as needed.
• Eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operation of the Samson/Delilah solar facility.
• Prepare and implement operating and maintenance procedures.
• Recruit, train, and manage staff.
• Manage budgets and periodic status reports.
• Interface with customers and suppliers and resolve issues.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental and contractual requirements.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Microsoft Office

Verbal & written communication

Outdoor work

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

SCADA systems

Electrical testing tools

Job description

## O&M Manager - SolarApply: Deport, TX: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R11582Invenergy 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.