Spv Renewable Maintenance- Wind (2 POSITIONS)

NiSource • Monticello, IN

3d • $96,600 - $144,900 • Onsite

About The Position

Direct and manage maintenance and on-site operations activities for wind generation facilities to optimize availability, reliability, and generation output. Responsibilities may also support other renewable assets, including solar photovoltaic generation, hydroelectric generation, and bulk energy storage systems, as business needs require. This role oversees safety, front-line employees, contractors, compliance, and cost management for direct site activities.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 4+ years of experience in Maintenance or other related engineering discipline obtained in power plant, industrial process, or military service
• Understanding and commitment to maintaining safe work practices and safety of direct reports.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and/or instrumentation maintenance procedures and work practices
• Able to effectively manage several projects or technologies at one time across multiple sites
• Must be able to work on-call and answer and respond to phone calls during non-business hours.
• Understanding of the elements of the maintenance management process.
• Able to effectively communicate through a variety of media with supervisors, peers, subordinates, and external support teams.
• Familiarity with renewable assets and bulk energy storage technologies.
• Familiar with other maintenance disciplines and understands relationship between equipment mechanical, electrical and controls.
• Familiarity with SCADA-based monitoring and troubleshooting of operating equipment.
• Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree in related discipline
• Experience or formal training in power plant or industrial operating departments, project management, and maintenance management practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee contracts and contractors performing preventative and corrective maintenance on plant systems and equipment
• Ensures all OHSA, NEC, NFPA, AWSD1.1, federal, state, and other applicable codes and regulations are followed during the design, construction, repair, and operation of equipment.
• Maintain a safe work environment across all sites by enforcing company safety standard and any contractor safety programs.
• Conduct pre-job safety briefs for all assigned work.
• Inform employees of safety rules and regulations and consistently enforce them.
• Verify all work performed is done in compliance with environmental permits and procedures.
• Emphasize and ensure the commitment to performing all work in compliance within environmental procedures with all crafts and contractors.
• Investigate, document, and report safety and environmental incidents in accordance with company and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with other departments (internal/external) to develop effective repair strategies and maintenance schedules. This includes but is not limited to: OEM equipment, substations, collection systems, roads, vegetation, meteorological towers & stations, FAA lighting, and other site infrastructure as applicable.
• Assign scheduled and emergency maintenance activities to personnel within the department.
• Determine and manage when additional resources, overtime or contracted services are required.
• Administer the Employee Productivity Guidelines, Code of Conduct, and the collective bargaining agreement.
• Ensure all contractors are properly qualified, registered, and compliant with contractual and company requirements.
• Inform employees of work performance standards and expectations.
• Perform employee performance reviews for applicable employees aligned with specified timelines.
• Develop budget requests for plant equipment, systems maintenance, and capital improvements.
• Submit initiatives that define the project purpose, scope, estimated cost, and benefits.
• Follow through with implementation of approved projects.
• Monitor turbine, module, inverter, generator, gearbox, drive-train, balance-of-plant, and/or SCADA performance; identify abnormal conditions and coordinate corrective actions.
• Provide weekly and monthly operations, performance, and compliance reporting for assigned facilities.
• Review, validate, and approve contractor invoices, service reports, and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy, compliance, and alignment with budgeted expectations.
• Utilizing the company’s Work Management System and Cost Control System, control and track department expenses to operate within budget.
• Report expenses on a pre-determined basis.
• Forecast the cost at completion for jobs in progress or planned future projects.
• Trains and evaluates employees in the proper use of tools, machinery, maintenance procedures and practices, and safe work practices.
• Assist operating departments in monitoring equipment and troubleshooting abnormal operating conditions.
• Determine the appropriate maintenance scope and timing of repairs.
• Perform documented safety observations for operations and maintenance work.
• Responsibilities may require travel to other NIPSCO generation facilities, training/conferences, and vendor surveillance shop visits.

Benefits

• NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information, citizenship status, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.
• If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process or to perform the essential functions of the position, please contact OneHR at [email protected] or 1-888-640-3320
• Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits.
• NiSource participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s E-Verify program.
• The salary offered to a candidate is based on several factors including but not limited to the candidate’s skills, job-related knowledge, and relevant experience, as well as internal pay equity.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED