Operations Associate

Olivine, Inc. • Kapolei, HI

35d • $70,000 - $90,000 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Operations Associate to perform operational activities associated with emergencies and other real time grid conditions.
Help us reduce the impact of climate change by reducing GHG emissions, reducing the use of fossil fuel plants and avoiding rolling blackouts to make a safer and healthier planet for everyone.
You are detail oriented and have previously demonstrated applicable experience preferably with an understanding of the energy industry. Must be able to work in a fast-paced team-oriented environment.

About Olivine, Inc.
Olivine is a small and growing company, leading the way to provide low-cost grid and market- integrated distributed energy resources of all types for a sustainable clean energy economy. If you are mission-driven, hard-working and looking for a flexible environment to grow your energy expertise and contribute to carbon-free communities, Olivine may be the place for you.
Olivine’s Values: We create true partnerships. We make a positive difference. We create an inclusive and respectful environment. We are ethical, honest, fair, and always try to do the right thing.

Authorization to work in the United States is a pre-condition.
Olivine, Inc. does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers.
No relocation or work visa sponsorship provided.

Olivine, Inc. is an EEO/AA Employer

Requirements

• Bachelors degree strongly preferred
• 2+ years of professional experience
• Previous demonstrated operations experience.
• Knowledge of web applications, databases, and technical savvy
• Strong writing and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels of the organization
• Proven operational experience, with the ability to motivate and inspire teamwork
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment balancing multiple priorities simultaneously

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of demand response and energy wholesale markets is a plus.
• Candidates must be motivated and eager to work in a small and growing company. We are a dynamic group of people looking for individuals who can add leverage on day one. If you want to make a real impact helping people fight climate change this is a great opportunity for you!

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for ensuring Olivine meets all of its responsibilities to ensure success of the programs we implement and administer.
• Act as primary point of contact for all dispatch operational activities including reporting.
• Perform operations in your area working with appropriate program and department managers.
• Provide guidance and support to team members to share knowledge, develop expertise and to ensure operational excellence is achieved.
• Initial operations require onsite coverage all days per week until at least 7 p.m. HST from May – October, with occasional weekends due to the coverage requirements. Work days are 5 per week onsite.
• Ensure management, team members and partners are kept up to date on status’, capture escalations and resolve issues.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees