Team Lead, Field Operations - Solar & BESS

AES US•Petersburg, IN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The AES Corporation, a global power company with 8,300 employees across 12 countries, is seeking a Renewable Team Lead with experience in Solar (PV), Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), and/or Balance of Plant (BOP) Preventative & Corrective maintenance for its AES Indiana Renewable Operations team. This role is pivotal in ensuring AES Indiana operates its portfolio to exceed industry best-practice standards. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who can take direction from Field Service Leadership and will work on the Pike County BESS project, requiring daily commute to the site. AES Indiana serves over 500,000 customers in Indianapolis and surrounding Central Indiana communities. AES is recognized for its innovation, ethical practices, and commitment to a sustainable future.

Requirements

Demonstrated ability to lead a team and achieve goals.
5 years or more supervisory experience.
Knowledgeable in the systems, processes and protocols guiding the operations and maintenance of industrial PV solar plants and electrical systems (OSHA standards, NFPA 70e, Lockout/ Tagout/Grounding, etc.).
Operation of SEL relays, Pad Mounted Switch Gear, Re-Closers.
Appropriate Electrical trade qualification with at least 5-years working on utility scale electrical systems.
Experience working with C&I or utility scale power plants required, PV systems a plus.
Competence with relevant computer systems including but not limited to CMMS, DAS/SCADA, equipment-specific maintenance programs, and Microsoft Office programs.
Ability to work remotely and utilize technology to stay connected to the local team, as well as colleagues at administrative offices.
Ability to lead a team and achieve goals with minimum direct supervision and high degree of self-motivation and reliance.
High degree of commitment to a quality safety culture and an incident-free work environment.
NFPA 70E and OSHA 30 Certification.
Ability to read and interpret equipment/facility schematics, maintenance instructions, procedures/manuals, process/procedure documents.
Personal values consistent with those of the AES: Safety First, Highest Standards, and All Together.
Ability to excel in a collaborative, cross-functional and geographically diverse organization.
Excellent English written and verbal communication skills.
Positive, professional, and collaborative work ethic.
Detail oriented, high-energy, adept at problem solving and time management in sometimes high stress situations, highly organized.
Must maintain a valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Technical degree or bachelor’s degree in a related field (plus).

Responsibilities

Lead and support AES Technicians and/or third-party technicians in performing preventive & corrective maintenance and supporting ongoing construction activities.
Plan, coordinate, and manage the safe, efficient, and reliable delivery of field services to facility owners and assist the Renewable Energy Manager in planning to meet maintenance obligations.
Work closely with the Renewable Energy Manager, Engineering team, and others to remediate site issues and enhance the operating portfolio’s performance.
Coordinate and manage contractors engaged to support maintenance activities and ensuring AES Safety procedures are followed.
Lead coordination with onsite technicians, third party teams for solar PV and BESS site, and substation operations and maintenance efforts, including advanced troubleshooting, in accordance with applicable safety and environmental obligations.
Stop unsafe work, report and correct unsafe conditions or hazards – review and submit applicable accident / incident report.
Work with and support the Regional Safety Committee.
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement of O&M activities to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable delivery of field services.
Support, or lead as necessary, warranty claims processes with EPC providers and equipment vendors.
Maintain responsive and positive relationship with plant owner representatives.
Ensure the scheduling and implementation of site training and qualification efforts.
Assist in third-party contractor and vendor identification and onboarding– develop work scopes and manage and schedule contractors as needed.
Ensure the establishment of annual on-call schedule and communicate that schedule as needed to internal and external parties; respond to “after-hours” emergency situations as necessary.
Ensure timely, complete, and high-quality documentation related to O&M activities, including but not limited to service tickets, maintenance reports, switching orders, and safety-related documentation (such as JHAs/JSAs, Safe Work Permits, LOTO, Energized Electrical Work Permits, Excavation Permits, etc.).
Work with Engineering to review investigation results and/or recommendations from OEMs and institute plant solutions/modifications, document through change management system.
Collaborate with Procurement for accurate tracking of inventory levels – initiate re-order of consumables and spare parts as needed.
As needed, participate in the construction/commissioning of the facilities within the region to ensure a high-quality build, successful commissioning, timely project punch list closeout, and smooth transition of responsibility to the Operations team.
Ensure compliance with all applicable safety and environmental requirements, regional and federal regulations, and company policies.
Stay abreast of applicable technical & safety standards and share with team.
Facilitate effective communication for all activities using phone, email, and other business software such as our Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
Perform/lead other duties and administrative tasks as assigned by management.