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Invenergy is North America's largest privately held developer, owner, and operator of power infrastructure. With 25 years of trusted execution, we deliver reliable, affordable energy through a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, solar, land-based wind, energy storage, transmission, and domestic manufacturing. Headquartered in Chicago, we develop, own, and operate large scale projects that power communities and support the energy future.

This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3-day posting window.

O&M Manager- Solar

Hollis Creek Energy Center

Many, LA 71440

About the Site

The Beekman Energy Center is a 185 MW-AC solar powered generation facility that is located at 4908 White Arkansas Road, Bastrop, LA 71220, utilizing SunGrow inverters, NXT Horizon trackers, and Jinko Modules, with attached substation.

Position Overview

Position Overview

As an Operations & Maintenance Manager you will be responsible for managing the Beekman Energy Center.

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, and 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 equivalent.
• A minimum of 6 months of supervisory or management experience.
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to work outdoors in inclement weather and climb portable ladders without assistance.
• This position may require the ability to remotely manage new projects within a region, so the candidate must be willing to travel up to 50% as business needs warrant.
• Willing to work nights during scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities.
• Ability to move and manipulate up to 45 kg (100 pounds).
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.

Preferred Education and/or Work Experience

• Technical degree.
• Experience in power generation facilities.
• A 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 monitoring.
• Experience with the operation of various SCADA systems.
• Skilled in the use of testing equipment and tools such as thermographic electrical inspection, I-V curve tracing, meggers, and ground fault detection.
• Strong analytical and diagnostic capabilities to troubleshoot and correct problems found.
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC), NFPA, and other standard practices.
• Ability to read and understand electrical single-line and three-line diagrams and schematics.

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

$115,000.00 - $155,000.00 USD Annual
Bonus: 20%

The base pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target salary for the position. Invenergy considers a number of factors when determining base pay offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education and skills.
In addition to base pay, the total annual compensation package may also include eligibility to participate in our bonus program(s) which are designed to reward individual and company performance. Your recruiter can share more about bonus eligibility for this position during the hiring process.
Invenergy offers a variety of other benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k, profit sharing, 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.