Job Description

POSITION: Solar Plant Manager

LOCATION: Daggett, CA 92327 (Onsite) **Relocation Assistance Available**

BASE SALARY: $150,000 - $180,000 Salary Range + 22% Bonus

BENEFITS: Annual Bonus (22%), Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Health Savings Account, Disability & Life Insurance, Tuition Assistance, Pet Insurance, Employee Wellness, Commuter Benefits, Dependent Care, Bonus Eligibility.

EMPLOYMENT TERMS: Direct-Hire/Permanent

**RELOCATION ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE**

SUMMARY & OVERVIEW:

Reporting to the Regional Manager, the Plant Manager is responsible for overseeing the operations and staff at the Daggett, California site. The primary objective is accountability for the safe and compliant operations of the utility-scale solar farm. This location runs major solar and battery power generation (482 MW AC and 280 DC.). Ideal candidates will have experience supporting sites generating at least 300 MW, that support utility-scale and commercial/industrial industries, not just solely residential.

Responsibilities:

• Manages the plant maintenance program based on best practices in the PV industry, with an emphasis on safety, planning/scheduling, and preventive/predictive maintenance.
• Oversee plant budgeting, forecasting and contractual obligations.
• Monitor and enforce safe work practices as they relate to PV Solar plants and PV Solar BOP repairs and maintenance.
• First line supervisor responsible for technicians. Assists in the hiring of site maintenance personnel and conducts employee performance reviews based on job descriptions to determine the competency, knowledge, and contribution of the site maintenance personnel.
• Manage, train and develop a team of 15+ individuals.
• Supervise/conduct/assist in troubleshooting and repairs of electrical and mechanical systems.
• Inspect completed repairs and scheduled maintenance for quality assurance.
• Participate in contract negotiations with sub-contractors and other vendors for parts and services required.
• Responsible for manuals, updates, and work instructions for site personnel and PV systems.
• Support the following technologies: TMIEC Ninja, Power Electronics GEN3, Samsung Battery Systems, Nextracker Tracker Systems, High and Medium Voltage, Substation.

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• 5+ years of experience in the operation of Solar plants, or 7 years of equivalent experience in instrumentation & controls, MV/HV Electrical work.
• Must have experience managing sites that support Utility-Scale, Commercial, Industrial size power generation (e.g. 300 MW+).
• Qualified to perform all routine and emergency operations at an electric generation facility and HV Switchyard.
• Experience with operations financial management, forecasting, and controls.
• Proficiency in using MS Office software to include spreadsheet and document applications.
• Experience working with plant systems and computerized maintenance management systems (SAP).
• NERC Experience.
• High school diploma or GED required.

NICE-TO-HAVE EXPERIENCE:

• Battery Storage.
• Technical School Diploma preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Journeyman electrician preferred.

Compensation:

$150,000 - $180,000 starting base salary range + 22% Bonus

Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

Benefits include:

-Annual bonus

-Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits

-PTO

-401(k) program

-Health savings account

-Tuition assistance program

-Pet Insurance

-Employee wellness program

-Commuter Benefits

-Dependent Care

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