O&M Manager - Solar

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Job Description

About the Site

Blue Bird Solar is a 139MW-AC solar powered generation facility located in Warrenton MO, utilizing TMEIC inverters, NEXTracker trackers, with an attached substation.

Position Overview

As an Operations & Maintenance Manager you will be responsible for managing the Blue Bird Solar Farm.

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, 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.

Required Skills

High School diploma or equivalentA minimum of six (6) months of supervisory experience.Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office software.Excellent verbal and written communications skills.Must be able to work outdoors in inclement weather, climb portable ladders without assistanceThis position may require the ability to remotely manage new projects within a region, so candidate must be willing to travel up to 50% as business needs warrant.Willing to work nights during scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activitiesAbility to move and manipulate up to 45 kg (100 pounds).Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future

Preferred Education And/or Work Experience

Technical degreeExperience in power generation facilitiesA 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 monitoringExperience with the operation of various SCADA systemsSkilled in the use of testing equipment and tools such as Thermographic Electrical Inspection, I-V Curve Tracing, Meggers, and Ground Fault DetectionStrong Analytical and Diagnostic capabilities to troubleshoot and correct problems foundKnowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC), NFPA, and other standard practicesAbility to read and understand electrical single-line and three-line diagrams / schematics

Individuals receiving conditional offers of employment will be subject to drug testing and must receive a negative result to begin working for the company.

Benefits

Eligible for medical, dental, vision, 401(k), profit sharing, bonus, paid time off, etc.

Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.