Sr. Operations Specialist

Socket.dev; Boise (ID); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Premium medical/dental/vision coverage

Retirement plan with employer match

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Job summary

Clēnera, a leading solar and energy storage developer based in Boise, Idaho, seeks a Sr. Operations Specialist to enhance portfolio performance, reliability, and operational readiness across utility-scale assets.

You will own reporting, analytics, warranty programs, inventory governance, and lifecycle optimization. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years in renewable energy operations or asset management, with strong data analysis and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in renewable energy operations, asset management, or related field.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn company-specific software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain portfolio reporting, dashboards, KPIs, and performance metrics.
• Analyze operational, maintenance, and equipment performance data to identify trends and opportunities.
• Manage portfolio-level spare parts and inventory programs.

Skills

Data analysis

Asset management

Cross-functional coordination

Strong communication

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering/related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Clēnera is a tier-one developer and independent power producer located in Boise, Idaho, and is the U.S. subsidiary of Enlight Renewable Energy (Nasdaq: ENLT). We develop, finance, construct, own, and operate utility-scale solar and energy storage facilities throughout the United States. In its 2025 analysis of solar independent power producers, S&P Global ranked Clēnera as a top ten U.S. owner of planned installations in the next five years. Clēnera has over 1.9 GW of solar and 5.1 GWh of storage in operations or construction, and a development pipeline totaling 17.8 GW of solar and 51.1 GWh of storage across 23 states. Our company culture is at the core of everything we do, so you’ll regularly find Caring, Committed, and Courageous individuals who value respectful, cross-functional collaboration with partners internally and externally. With our tremendous portfolio growth, we are increasing our headcount to meet the demands of the business. Are you ready to change the world with us?

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Sr. Operations Specialist leads the performance, reliability, and operational readiness of Clēnera's utility-scale solar and battery energy storage portfolio. You will be responsible for portfolio reporting and analytics, reliability and warranty programs, inventory governance, commercial coordination, and operational initiatives that improve asset performance and lifecycle outcomes.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Develop and maintain portfolio reporting, dashboards, KPIs, and performance metrics to support operational, financial, lender, owner, and executive reporting requirements.
• Analyze operational, maintenance, and equipment performance data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities that improve asset reliability, availability, and production.
• Manage portfolio-level spare parts and inventory programs, including stocking strategies, replenishment planning, inventory tracking, and equipment readiness.
• Administer equipment warranty programs, including claim coordination, vendor communication, recovery tracking, documentation management, and asset record maintenance.
• Support reliability and asset health initiatives through equipment performance monitoring, failure trend analysis, root cause investigations, and lifecycle planning recommendations.
• Assist with operational budgeting, major maintenance forecasting, warranty recovery tracking, lifecycle replacement planning, and BESS augmentation forecasting.
• Track and evaluate contractor, OEM, and O&M provider performance, contractual obligations, service commitments, and key deliverables.
• Lead operational coordination for BESS augmentation projects, including outage planning, schedule and budget tracking, risk management, turnover activities, and integration into long-term operations.
• Maintain operational records, procedures, equipment databases, controlled documentation, and governance practices to support compliance and operational readiness.
• Support commercial and administrative activities, including invoice approvals, purchase order tracking, vendor coordination, meeting administration, and process improvement initiatives.
• Develop and improve portfolio operations processes, reporting methodologies, data governance standards, and automation solutions that enhance efficiency, consistency, and scalability.
• Collaborate with individual department, as well as cross-functionally with other departments within the organization.
• Maintain organizational excellence in terms of project timelines and deliverables.
• Demonstrates the Clēnera Core Values of Caring, Committed, and Courageous.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, operations management, business, related field, or equivalent years of experience.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in renewable energy operations, asset management, maintenance planning, project coordination, data analysis, or related field.
• Technology: Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, and an ability to learn company-specific software programs, tools, processes, and machines.
• Skills/Attributes:
• Strong understanding of utility-scale solar and battery energy storage operations, maintenance practices, warranties, and equipment lifecycle management.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to develop meaningful reports, dashboards, and operational insights.
• Knowledge of inventory management, spare parts strategy, budget planning, contracts, procurement coordination, and warranty administration.
• Ability to manage cross-functional projects and operational initiatives with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present technical and operational information to diverse stakeholders.
• Self-motivated to work through complex problems and competing priorities, including a high level of detail and organization.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Travel: 25%

BENEFITS

• Clēnera pays 100% of employee and dependent premiums for a suite of medical, dental, and vision coverages.
• Hybrid Work Environment
• HSA and FSA Plans Available
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, and AD&D
• Paid Time Off (Vacation and Public Holidays)
• Incentive Pay and RSU Plans

At Clēnera, LLC, we’re an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or any other basis protected by state or federal law.