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First American

$23.37 - $31.15/hr

Work is done in an office, title plant or remotely traveling to court houses, municipalities and ... Able to navigate company operating systems Typical Education * High School diploma or equivalent ...

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Contract Energy Examiner - 26313

Austin, TX · On-site +1

Energy Project Team (Remote, Contractor) Why YOU want this position At Enverus, we're committed to ... Searching back to Patent or as far as the Integrity Title Plant goes. * Serve as subject matter ...

Enverus

Contract Energy Examiner - 26313

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Kimmel & Associates

Senior Energy Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site +1

$140K - $150K/yr

With a proven track record of reducing operating costs while improving sustainability and carbon ... Remote employees must report to the company's Middleburg Heights headquarters at least once per ...

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What is a remote plant operator?

A Remote Plant Operator is a professional who monitors and controls industrial plants or facilities from a remote location, often using advanced computer systems and software. Their responsibilities include overseeing equipment performance, responding to alarms, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring that operations meet safety and efficiency standards. Remote Plant Operators often work in sectors like oil and gas, water treatment, or manufacturing, where operations can be managed off-site. This role helps companies optimize resources, improve safety, and reduce onsite staffing needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote plant operator?

To thrive as a Remote Plant Operator, you need a solid understanding of process operations, troubleshooting, and equipment monitoring, typically backed by a high school diploma or technical certification. Familiarity with SCADA systems, distributed control systems (DCS), and remote monitoring software is essential. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills are crucial for excelling in this role. These skills and qualifications are vital to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable plant operations from a distance.

What is the difference between Remote Plant Operator vs Remote Control Room Operator?

AspectRemote Plant OperatorRemote Control Room Operator
CertificationsOperator licenses, safety trainingOperator licenses, safety training
Work EnvironmentField sites, industrial plantsControl rooms, monitoring stations
Industry UsagePower plants, manufacturing facilitiesPower plants, utilities
Job FocusOperating equipment on-siteMonitoring and controlling processes remotely

Remote Plant Operators typically work on-site or in remote locations operating equipment directly, while Remote Control Room Operators monitor and control plant processes from a centralized control room. Both roles require similar certifications and safety training but differ mainly in work environment and daily tasks.

How does a remote plant operator effectively communicate and coordinate with onsite teams to ensure smooth operations?

Remote plant operators rely heavily on digital communication tools, such as SCADA systems, instant messaging, and video calls, to stay in constant contact with onsite personnel. Regular check-ins, clear documentation, and detailed shift handovers are essential for maintaining situational awareness and addressing any issues promptly. Building strong collaborative relationships with local staff helps in resolving technical challenges quickly and ensures that everyone is aligned on safety protocols and operational objectives.

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Regional Operations Manager, Wind

TerraForm Power

Austin, TX • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Regional Operations Manager, Wind
Job Type: Exempt Salaried, Full-Time
Location: United States - Remote near Texas (Lubbock/Floydada/Garden City Region)
Reports To: Sr. Director Operations
Department: Operations
About Us
TerraForm Power is a leading owner, operator, and producer of renewable energy across North America. As a portfolio company of Brookfield Renewable, we own and operate approximately 2,200 MW of utility-scale wind, solar, and battery energy storage facilities across 15 U.S. states and Ontario, Canada.
Headquartered in New York City, TerraForm Power is committed to delivering reliable, innovative renewable energy solutions that help customers achieve their clean energy goals. Our experienced team manages every aspect of our operations - from power generation and asset management to commercial energy solutions - ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient performance of our renewable energy facilities.
At TerraForm Power, our people are at the heart of our success. We foster a culture built on safety, integrity, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement, while investing in the development of our employees and supporting the communities where we operate through environmental stewardship, charitable giving, and meaningful local partnerships.
If you're passionate about renewable energy and want to make a lasting impact on the future of clean power, we invite you to join our team.
Job Summary
The Regional Operations/BOP Manager, Wind is responsible for the overall leadership, operational performance, and financial results of a portfolio of wind assets within an assigned region. This role has full accountability for site operations and BOP activities, including safety, compliance, production performance, and O&M and capital budget execution. The Regional BOP Operations Manager is also responsible for technical oversight of the Balance of Plant (BOP) infrastructure across TerraForm Power's Texas wind portfolio.
The position oversees multiple sites and provides strategic direction to Site Managers, and field teams. The Regional Operations/BOP Manager manages compliance to O&M contractual requirements. The Regional Operations/BOP Manager partners closely with Asset Management, Engineering, Performance, Health and Safety (HSSE), and Commercial teams to ensure assets deliver strong financial returns while maintaining high safety and operational standards.
This role also serves as a key representative of TerraForm Power with external stakeholders, including regulators, landowners, and local communities.
Key Responsibilities
  • Operational & Business Leadership
    • Lead the overall operation and performance of multiple wind facilities within the region in support of TerraForm Power strategic objectives.
    • Drive safety culture and performance.
    • Provide strategic and day-to-day direction across sites, ensuring alignment with TERP operating standards
    • Oversee outage planning, execution, and performance to maximize availability and reliability
    • Conduct regular site visits, operational reviews, safety observations, and performance assessments
    • Drive continuous improvement initiatives, benchmarking performance across the fleet
    • Lead regional Balance of Plant operational strategy across assigned wind facilities.
    • Drive continuous improvement initiatives that improve reliability, availability and operational efficiency.
    • Develop regional maintenance strategies for substations, collection systems, transmission lines and civil infrastructure.
    • Coordinate planned outages with Asset Management, Engineering and balancing authorities.
  • Balance of Plant Management
    • Oversee maintenance planning for substations and high-voltage electrical infrastructure.
    • Coordinate switching, grounding and energizing activities.
    • Manage major BOP maintenance projects.
    • Support capital project planning and execution.
    • Coordinate vegetation management, civil inspections and transmission infrastructure maintenance.
    • Manage spare parts strategy for regional BOP assets.

  • Financial & P&L Accountability
    • Develop and execute to site O&M and capital budgets, including planning, forecasting, and execution
    • Ensure assets meet or exceed production, availability, and financial targets
    • Partner with Asset Management and Finance to optimize asset value and return on investment
    • Monitor and manage cost structures, vendor performance, and contract compliance
    • Validate and authorize expenditures
  • Safety, Environmental & Regulatory Compliance
    • Champion a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all Health, Safety, Security & Environmental policies and procedures
    • Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including NERC requirements where applicable
    • Lead incident investigations and drive corrective actions
    • Maintain readiness for audits and regulatory reviews
  • People Leadership & Workforce Planning
    • Lead and develop a team(s) of Site Managers, and field personnel
    • Oversee workforce planning, including staffing, training, development, and succession planning
    • Partner with HR on performance management, engagement, and employee relations
    • Support development of technical talent pipelines, including partnerships with local schools and training programs
    • Foster a culture aligned with TERP's ownership mentality and Ways of Working
  • Stakeholder & Community Engagement
    • Serve as a primary interface with landowners, local communities, regulators, and external partners
    • Represent TERP in maintaining strong community and stakeholder relationships
    • Support permitting, compliance, and public-facing initiatives as needed
  • Contractor & Vendor Management
    • Oversee contractor performance and ensure alignment with safety, quality, and cost expectations
    • Manage and execute service agreements, contracts, vendor relationships, P2P processes
    • Ensure effective work management processes, including use of CMMS systems
    • Collaborate with project management team in execution of assigned projects

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field
  • Minimum 7+ years of experience in renewable energy, power generation, or industrial operations
  • Experience managing multiple sites or complex operational portfolios
  • Direct experience in wind operations and maintenance (O&M)
  • Working knowledge of OSHA requirements
  • Strong knowledge of electrical and electro-mechanical systems
  • Experience with NERC-regulated assets and compliance frameworks
  • Familiarity with work computer based maintenance management systems (e.g., Maintainly, Maximo), contractor oversight, and capital project execution
  • Proven experience managing budgets, forecasting, and financial performance
  • Demonstrated leadership of geographically dispersed teams

Key Competencies
  • Strong operational leadership and execution discipline
  • Ownership mindset with full accountability for results
  • Financial and business acumen (P&L ownership)
  • Safety-first culture and regulatory awareness
  • Stakeholder management and communication skills
  • Continuous improvement and problem-solving mindset

Work Environment & Travel
  • Regular travel required across assigned region (~30-50%)
  • Combination of field-based and remote/office work

Recruitment Agency Notice:
TerraForm Power Human Resources team does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies. The Human Resources team coordinates all recruiting and hiring at our company. We do not accept resumes from third-party recruiters unless authorized by the Human Resources team and if a signed agreement is in place. Any unsolicited resumes will be considered property of TerraForm Power and we are not responsible for any related fees. All communication related to recruiting partnerships should ONLY be directed to the Human Resources team.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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