Technical Operations Manager, Commercial

Omnidian; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Omnidian, Inc. in Seattle, WA, is seeking a hands-on Technical Operations Manager to oversee performance for a solar and storage portfolio. You’ll be the main technical contact for clients, work with Portfolio Managers, and coordinate field services to deliver exceptional outcomes.

The role emphasizes field leadership, asset optimization, and continuous improvement through SOPs, QA/QC, and close collaboration with partners and engineers. Remote work possible.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on experience as a solar technician, installer, OEM field service engineer, or similar role, with at least 2 years in Commercial Solar.
• Experience with 1000V+ DC systems, 3-phase AC interconnections, and diagnostics for projects >500kW.
• 4+ years in the solar energy industry with leadership in account/asset operations or field service coordination.
• Familiarity with energy storage technologies and solar monitoring platforms.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary technical contact for a portfolio of ~250-350 MW of solar assets.
• Review service reports and participate in weekly client check-ins for technical input.
• Coordinate and manage service tickets with field partners and internal teams.
• Support onsite technicians during service work and during check-out calls.
• Collaborate with external engineering firms for retrofits, repowering, and redesigns.
• Contribute to SOPs, QA/QC programs, and product development initiatives.

Skills

Client engagement

Field coordination

Technical diagnostics

CRM proficiency

MS Office

G Suite

Education

NABCEP certification

Tools

Salesforce

Zendesk

Microsoft Office

G Suite

Job description

About Omnidian

Omnidian, Inc. is a fast-growing Series C tech-enabled service company revolutionizing performance assurance for the distributed solar and energy storage industries. Omnidian is building a more sustainable future for the planet through our passionate teams, our innovative technology, and by creating an amazing customer experience.

We are a certified B Corps, headquartered in Seattle, WA

The Job

As a Technical Operations Manager, you'll play a vital role in ensuring optimal performance for a distributed portfolio of solar PV and energy storage assets. You'll be the primary technical point of contact for assigned clients, working closely with Portfolio Managers and the broader Commercial Operations Team.

We’re looking for commercial technicians and installers who also love working with clients and partners. From asset onboarding to performance management and reporting, you'll directly contribute to delivering exceptional client experiences while supporting operational excellence and innovation in clean energy.

At Omnidian we believe in trust and autonomy. How you create an impact is ultimately up to you. Here is an outline of some of the things you’ll be doing:

Technical Expertise and Client Engagement (60%)

• Serve as the primary technical point of contact for assigned clients in a portfolio of about 250-350 MW of distributed solar assets
• Review service visit reports before they are presented to clients and participate in weekly client check-in calls to provide on-the-spot technical expertise
• Cultivate strong relationships with clients, field service partners, internal team members, and other asset stakeholders

Operational Support and Field Coordination (20%)

• Investigate issues using site monitoring platforms, and initiate activities to improve asset performance.
• Create, manage, and oversee tickets for planned and unplanned service activities.
• Coordinate and manage service activities with field service partners.
• Support onsite service technicians during service work and check-out calls.
• Collaborate with external engineering firms for retrofits, repowering, and redesigns.

Battery Storage and Continuous Improvement (20%)

• Own the technical aspect of our Commercial BESS (Battery Energy Storage System) program, including sales support, pricing proposals, scope development, contract review, and operational implementation
• Contribute to the development and updates of Omnidian’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and QA/QC program
• Participate in initiatives supporting sales and product development.

• You thrive at managing multiple priorities and making independent decisions.
• You exercise sound judgment and Escalate issues appropriately.
• You are highly organized, process-driven, and detail-oriented.
• You embrace learning new skills and adapting to evolving business needs.
• You excel in high-pressure situations and can de-escalate tensions effectively.
• You communicate clearly and professionally in both written and verbal forms.

• Typically 3+ yrs of hands-on experience as a solar technician, installer, OEM field service engineer, or similar role, with at least 2 of those years in Commercial Solar
• Hands‑on experience should include 1000V+ DC systems, 3-phase AC interconnections, and advanced system diagnostics for projects exceeding 500kW
• Typically 4+ years of professional experience in the solar energy industry, or equivalent demonstrated scope, showcasing a history of leadership in account management, asset management, operations and maintenance, or field service coordination.
• Familiarity with energy storage technologies
• Experience with solar monitoring DAS platforms and interpreting system design drawings.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), G Suite (Gmail, Calendar, Drive, Sheets) and CRM systems (Salesforce, Zendesk, etc)
• Experienced with CRM systems

• Deep technical knowledge of commercial battery energy storage systems
• NABCEP certification(s)
• Experience in Salesforce

We mentor and invest in our employees and prioritize them for future opportunities. Check out our Instagram reels to see a few career journey examples

Internal candidates: Check out our advice on Internal Transfer: Job Application Process

Here are the roles in this career track:

• Senior Technical Operations Manager
• Manager, Technical Operations
• Sr. Manager, Technical Operations

We’ll be a fast-growing Series-C company, which means we’re constantly reinventing processes, adding new products, and asking people to use all of their skills and talents. That means there’s gonna be a lot of opportunities for you to grow, which also means you will likely be stretched in ways you’ve never experienced in a job before.

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Diversity and Inclusion

We strongly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and background will lead to a better environment for our employees and a better product for our customers. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We value diversity and inclusion and are committed to ensuring our hiring and retention practices, as well as our office culture, reflects this value.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Omnidian is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity in the workplace. We make employment decisions on the basis of merit and business need. We hire without consideration to age, ancestry, citizenship, disability, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, national origin, political activity or affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

We invite you to be part of our mission to create a workplace that is inclusive and welcoming to all.