Plant Manager

ACT Power Services, LLC

Foley (AL)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Health Savings Account

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Paid Holidays

Life insurance

Training and Development

Vehicle stipend opportunities

Job summary

ACT Power Services, LLC is seeking a Plant Manager to lead the safe, productive day-to-day onsite operations of a utility-scale solar PV plant. You will oversee preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs to maximize production while ensuring compliance and safety.

The role requires deep knowledge of electrical systems, NEC code, SCADA/DAS operations, and driving performance in a fast-paced environment. Travel and on-call duties are expected as needed.

Qualifications

3+ years PV maintenance with PV DC operations, AC MV systems, substation operations and monitoring.
Experience with SCADA, DAS and UPS systems.
Knowledge of NEC code and standard design/construction practices.
Ability to read electrical single-line and three-line diagrams.
Proficiency with MS Office suite.
Willingness to travel and be on-call as needed.
NABCEP Certification is preferred/required.
OSHA 10 General Industry certification is required.
Valid Driver's License.

Responsibilities

Lead safe, productive day-to-day onsite operations for a utility-scale solar PV plant.
PerformPreventive maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs to maximize production.
Uphold high safety standards and compliance across operations.
Maintain equipment and service reports, inspections, and spare parts inventory.
Provide training to technicians as needed.
Read and interpret electrical diagrams and coordinate with maintenance teams.

Skills

PV maintenance

SCADA/DAS/DAS systems

MS Office

Electrical diagrams (single/three-line

Education

NABCEP Certified Installation Professional

OSHA 10 General Industry

Tools

Infrared cameras

sUAS (drones)

Meggers

Ground Fault Detection

Job description

ACT Power Services was created to provide industry leading services for our clients. As an independent service provider, we avoid conflicts of interest and maintain a complete focus on our clients’ needs. We have taken a no-frills approach to developing our organization to ensure our clients are only paying for services that add value. ACT then leverages a world-class team, state of the art technology, and best-in-class operating practices to ensure every facility is operated in a manner that maximizes production, preserves compliance, and ensures the safety of our personnel and communities. Our vision is to reshape the industry’s benchmark for renewable operations and create the next generation of O&M provider.

The Plant Manager is directly responsible for the safe, productive, day-to-day onsite operations of the utility scale solar PV plant. From performing preventative maintenance and inspections, to troubleshooting and making repairs to maximize production, the Plant Manager gets to exercise a verity of skillsets and has constant opportunities to learn more. All while making an impact on our safe, reliable, clean energy future.

Responsibilities

Uphold a high level of safety standards in everything that you do
Conducting routine preventive maintenance, service, troubleshooting and repair of solar photovoltaic facilities
Strong understanding of NEC code, electrical theory, industry best practices
DC and AC testing included but not limited to polarity, open circuit voltage, grounding continuity, communication, insulation resistance testing, I-V curve tracing
Maintain a schedule for routine maintenance, service, trouble shooting and repair of equipment at solar photovoltaic facilities including but not limited to: o Single Axis trackers o Central or String Inverters o Transformers o AC and DC disconnects o Substation equipment
Maintaining company property such as vehicle, tools, meters and plant stock
Maintaining service reports, inspection documentation, safety paperwork, and spare parts inventory
Provide maintenance and troubleshooting training to technicians and others as needed.
Identify safety hazards and take appropriate action to remove or eliminate hazards

Qualification Requirements

3+ years of experience PV maintenance, including PV DC operations, AC medium voltage systems, substation operations, network communications and monitoring or equivalent

power plant operations

Experience with operation of SCADA, DAS and UPS systems
Skilled in the use of testing equipment and tools such as Infrared cameras, sUAS

(drones), IV Curve Tracing, Meggers, Ground Fault Detection

Experience working with a CMMS platform
Knowledge of National Electrical Code and standard design/construction practices
Ability to read and understand electrical single-line and three-line diagrams
Proficiency with MS Office suite
Ability to take direction and complete tasks with minimal oversight
NABCEP Certified Installation Professional
Valid Driver’s License
Working knowledge and experience operating under OSHA 1910, NFPA 70E, and 70B
OSHA 10 General Industry certificate
Must have the ability to travel, work on-call during off-shift hours and weekends

Physical Requirements/Work Environment:

Work is to be performed in the field and in the office.
Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures. PPE personal protective equipment is required.
Must have the ability to sit, stoop, kneel, bend, stand, or walk for 8-10 hours a day.
Must be able to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis

Job Type:

Full-time

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