O&M Manager Beekman Solar

Invenergy•Bastrop, LA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

As an Operations & Maintenance Manager, you will be responsible for managing the Beekman Energy Center. The Beekman Energy Center is a 185 MW-AC solar powered generation facility that is located at 4908 White Arkansas Road, Bastrop, LA 71220, utilizing SunGrow inverters, NXT Horizon trackers, and Jinko Modules, with attached substation.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
A minimum of 6 months of supervisory or management experience.
Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office software.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Must be able to work outdoors in inclement weather and climb portable ladders without assistance.
Willing to travel up to 50% as business needs warrant.
Willing to work nights during scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities.
Ability to move and manipulate up to 45 kg (100 pounds).
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

Nice To Haves

Technical degree.
Experience in power generation facilities.
A minimum of 10 years of experience in a manufacturing or skilled trade environment.
Experience with PV maintenance, including DC systems, AC medium-voltage systems, and network communications and monitoring.
Experience with the operation of various SCADA systems.
Skilled in the use of testing equipment and tools such as thermographic electrical inspection, I-V curve tracing, meggers, and ground fault detection.
Strong analytical and diagnostic capabilities to troubleshoot and correct problems found.
Knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC), NFPA, and other standard practices.
Ability to read and understand electrical single-line and three-line diagrams and schematics.

Responsibilities

Manage all aspects of the day-to-day operation of the facility in a safe and environmentally sound manner.
Prepare and implement plant operating and maintenance procedures, ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local requirements.
Recruit, select, train, and manage plant operating, maintenance, and administrative staff.
Prepare annual operating budgets and periodic status reports.
Interface and coordinate with local customers and suppliers.
Procure parts, materials, and services, and support resolution of technical issues.
Ensure compliance with all project safety, environmental, and contractual responsibilities.
Provide a high level of professionalism and technical expertise.
Perform routine quality assurance checks of solar technician work.
Assist solar technicians from time to time in various solar maintenance and troubleshooting activities.