Manager, O&M

Rückbauanlage Gundremmingen•Boulder City, NV

About The Position

The Manager, O&M is responsible for the safe, reliable, and compliant operation and maintenance of assigned renewable energy generation assets. The role supervises plant personnel and manages daily administration, operations, planned and corrective maintenance, and event response. The Manager ensures activities follow industry and safety best practices, company and owner procedures and guidelines, and applicable state and federal laws and regulations, including NERC requirements when applicable. The position oversees plant production and maintenance, supports operational analyses and reporting, keeps current with applicable regulations and standards, and coordinates with internal teams, suppliers, owners, and local stakeholders. It also leads site teams, supports budgets and cost controls, and may travel to assigned job sites and other facilities.

Requirements

At least 5 years of work experience in operations and/or maintenance of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, or pneumatic systems, including at least 2 years in the renewables industry managing plants.
At least 2 years of experience in a lead or supervisor position.
At least 2 years of experience managing facilities and personnel.
Complete understanding of substation equipment, functions, and maintenance requirements.
Complete understanding of NERC as it applies to a power plant, substation, PRCs, MODs, and CIPs.
Complete understanding of plant operations, environmental rules, SPCC, and emergency plans.
Knowledge of industry standards, OSHA regulations, and environmental regulations.
Knowledge of energy markets and market procedures.
Experience interacting with regulatory agencies, CAISO, CPUC, PG&E, or similar organizations.
Experience working with California employment labor laws and regulations.
Experience managing and troubleshooting SCADA/DAS/CMMS systems.
Strong people leadership experience and experience managing through change.
Demonstrated ability to adhere to safety processes and procedures.
Unrestricted driver's license in good standing.
Understanding of solar and battery energy plant equipment and its operating and maintenance requirements.
Ability to work in a cross-functional environment, manage customer relationships, resolve conflict, and facilitate teamwork.
Knowledge of power electronics, circuitry, power generation technologies, and equipment.
Willingness to work weekends and off shifts as required.
Ability to work in varying climates and within tight deadlines and evolving schedules.
Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and Teams.
Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to meet deadlines.
Strong organization skills and ability to coordinate multiple tasks and deliverables.
Ability to multitask while working independently and as part of a team.
Motivated self-starter who is goal-oriented and has strong problem-solving abilities.
Ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.
Detail-oriented, with strong business acumen and a sound understanding of business concepts.
Must be able to sit, walk, or stand for long durations.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; the company is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas.

Nice To Haves

A 2-year or 4-year college degree in Business or a technical hard science such as Engineering, Physics, or Power from an accredited U.S. school; correspondence or internet schools do not qualify.
A current journeyman or master electrician license may substitute for 2 years of experience.
NABCEP certification or an electrical license.
Experience using maintenance management platforms such as SAP, COMBAT, Tableau, or KPA Flex.

Responsibilities

Oversee production and ensure plants operate reliably, safely, efficiently, and within design parameters.
Ensure facility processes and procedures are followed and comply with applicable rules, regulations, and laws.
Monitor production against performance expectations and coordinate resolution of operational abnormalities.
Ensure timely maintenance and repair of plant components and resolve problems that arise.
Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to support profitability, reliability, and risk minimization.
Work with cross-functional groups to prepare operating budgets and monitor and control costs within approved budgets.
Coordinate procurement of replacement equipment and maintenance and repair contractors, and approve purchase orders within the established approval level.
Ensure plant staff complete required and recommended safety and functional training, and foster collaboration across the asset portfolio.
Perform operational analyses as needed to support Asset Management and Project Development.
Review daily, weekly, monthly, and annual operational reports.
Stay current on regulations, codes, and standards relevant to the industry.
Develop supplier relationships that create beneficial synergies.
Act as a local company and owner liaison, develop long-range plans, and work with local civic groups as required.
Attend meetings on behalf of the company and host facility visits as required.
Guide site teams toward objectives and motivate them to complete assignments efficiently and effectively.
Travel to and from assigned job sites, including providing support to other sites.