Job Details

Summary
Reporting to the Regional Manager, the Solar Plant Manager is responsible for overseeing the operations and staff of a utility-scale solar farm. The primary objective is accountability for the safe and compliant operations of the utility-scale solar farm.   

Responsibilities
•    Manages the plant maintenance program based on best practices in the PV industry, with an emphasis on safety, planning/scheduling and preventive/predictive maintenance
•    Primary responsibility for availability, meeting contractual obligations, and budget
•    Monitor and enforce safe work practices as they relate to PV Solar plants and PV Solar BOP repairs and maintenance
•    First line supervisor responsible for technicians. Assists in the hiring of site maintenance personnel and conducts employee performance reviews based on job descriptions to determine competency, knowledge, and contribution of the site maintenance personnel
•    Monitor and report on manufacture and third party maintenance and repair efforts
•    Supervise/conduct/assist in trouble shooting and repairs of electrical and mechanical systems
•    Monitors and manages the use and inventories of spare parts, maintenance supplies, equipment, tools, and reordering as necessary
•    Inspect completed repairs and scheduled maintenance for quality assurance
•    Communicates regularly with Management and all site personnel, both individually and as a group, to ensure excellent two-way communication concerning operational and maintenance issues
•    Participate in contract negotiations with sub-contractors and other vendors for parts and services required.
•    Responsible for manuals, updates, and work instructions for site personnel and PV systems
•    Collaborate with team members to establish goals, action plans and strategies
•    Develop standard work procedures
•    Maintain confidentiality and sensitivity with respect to all functions of DEI
•    Support the following technologies: TMIEC Ninja, Power Electronics GEN3, Samsung Battery Systems, Nextracker Tracker Sytems, High and Medium Voltage, Substation
•    Manage, train and develop a team of 10+ individuals

Preferred Skills and Expertise
•    High school diploma or GED required
•    NERC Experience
•    5 years of experience in the operation of Solar plants, or 7 years of equivalent experience in instrumentation & controls, MV/HV Electrical work
•    Qualified to perform all routine and emergency operations at an electric generation facility and HV Switchyard
•    Experience with operations financial management, forecasting and controls preferred
•    Proficiency in using MS Office software to include spread sheet and document applications
•    Experience working with plant systems and computerized maintenance management systems (SAP)

Nice-to-have Skills and Expertise
•    Experience with Battery Storage
•    Technical School Diploma preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience
•    Journeyman electrician preferred

The salary range for this role is $130,000 – $180,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. (The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire and schedule type). [DIRECT HIRE WILL TRY TO OBTAIN THE ACTUAL BENEFITS PACKAGE BUT IF NONE IS PROVIDED THEN WE WILL INSERT THE BLURB BELOW ONLY FOR ROLES THAT WILL INCLUDE BENEFITS] Specific benefits details will be shared with candidates during the interview process or upon an offer of employment. Generally, the company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, and other employee perks. Additional information can be provided on request.