Solar O&M Team Lead: Regional Field Ops

New Energy Equity; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Benefits

Medical

Dental & Vision

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance and Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Voluntary Benefits

Paid Absences

Job summary

New Energy Equity in New Jersey is seeking an O&M Team Lead to supervise a team of technicians responsible for safe operation, preventative and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, performance monitoring, scheduling, dispatching, and reporting in the designated sub-region.

You will report to the Regional Manager, lead field crews, ensure compliance with OEM requirements and safety standards, and coordinate with internal teams and vendors.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in electrical engineering or related field preferred.
• NABCEP PV Installation Professional certification highly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in electrical systems operation and maintenance.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Highly proficient in solar data acquisition systems and relevant software.
• Ability to read and interpret complex electrical schematics and engineering drawings.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with Pronto Forms and Drive O&M.
• OSHA30, NFPA 70E required.
• FAA Part 107 Drone Certification.
• Proficient operating Drones for Aerial Thermographic purposes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor O&M technicians, fostering a strong safety culture and compliance with regulations.
• Oversee preventative and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, and performance monitoring on sub-region solar systems.
• Develop corrective action plans for system deficiencies.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors for timely repairs and warranty claims.
• Dispatch field team to address service and maintenance needs.
• Work with Regional Manager to supervise and direct contractors in sub-region.
• Oversee O&M documentation, including work orders, pre-job briefs, and preventative maintenance reports.
• Ensure all fieldwork complies with OEM requirements and warranties.
• Maintain safety in high voltage environments and travel up to 50% as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Reading schematics

Team supervision

Travel readiness

Education

Associate's degree in electrical engineering or related field preferred

NABCEP PV Installation Professional certification highly preferred

Tools

OSHA30

NFPA 70E

Pronto Forms

Drive O&M

FAA Part 107 Drone Certification

Drones for Aerial Thermography

Job description

New Energy Equity in New Jersey is seeking an O&M Team Lead to supervise a team of technicians responsible for safe operation, preventative and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, performance monitoring, scheduling, dispatching, and reporting in the designated sub-region.

You will report to the Regional Manager, lead field crews, ensure compliance with OEM requirements and safety standards, and coordinate with internal teams and vendors.