Plant Manager II

Description

We are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels heard and respected, and extending our culture of care so that every individual can reach their full potential. We want you to have a sense of belonging and feel valued for your contributions and the perspectives you bring.

Summary:
The Plant Manager II will manage multiple facilities and/or lead team(s) of field service technicians in all duties, to successfully operate utility-scale wind or solar projects. Responsibilities center around managing preventative and corrective maintenance of the assets, communicating project information to managers, owners and stake holders, maintaining full compliance with regulatory agencies and contract, coaching and mentoring technicians.

Requirements:

• Oversees O&M of multiple Renewable Energy Facilities
• Manages on-site team of technicians
• Coordinates warranty and repair work with manufacturer or other 3rd party
• Manages project subcontractors
• Manages maintenance/outage schedule
• Manages site budget(s) and reports variances
• Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements
• Develops site operating plans
• Develops site safety plans
• Builds productive relationships with project stakeholders (land owner, project owners, OEMs, etc)
• Troubleshoots low voltage DC power systems and networks
• Troubleshoots low voltage, medium voltage, and high voltage AC power systems
• Identifies faulty or underperforming equipment
• Ensures all work is recorded in computerized maintenance management system
• Manages site inventory
• Conducts and attends regular meetings with project stakeholders
• Operates RES company vehicles, including trucks, in accordance with state and federal laws and RES policies.
• Attends work regularly and punctually, as scheduled or expected.
• Complies with Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct and Company Policies & Procedures.
• Rotating or On-call schedule for emergency response
• Advanced
• • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
  • Equipment operation (skid-steer, forklift, etc)
• Expert
  • Drawings
  • Theory
• • Low voltage DC power systems and network connections
  • Low voltage, medium voltage, and high voltage power systems
  • OSHA regulations
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Hand tools
  • Job hazard analysis (JHA) creation
  • Electrical tools (multimeter, IR camera, IV curve, etc.)
  • ANSI/NETA MTS
  • SCADA systems

Safety:

• Follows safety and security procedures and determines appropriate action.
• Ensures that safety is the most important function, follows safe practices while working.
• Reinforces safe behaviors and eliminates "at risk" behaviors.
• Reports potentially unsafe conditions and uses materials and equipment properly.
• Adheres to and ensures all site team members understands standard operating procedures.
• Receives job task specific training prior to work commencing.
• Leads and supports the site team in technical, quality and safety, utilizing systems in place.

Leadership:

• Fosters and demonstrates a workplace inclusive of creating opportunity, serving others, building trust, innovation, and exceeding expectations.
• Manages one or more facilities or direct reports.
• Participates in hiring and selection process to fill positions on the team.
• Participates and supports disciplinary actions when needed
• Communicates regularly with direct reports on goals, accomplishments, and information on policies.
• Demonstrates leadership and expertise in eyes of client group and stakeholders.
• Promotes RES in a positive
• Employee Development:
  • Provides tasks and assignments that challenge and stretch employees’ responsibilities.
  • Conducts regular discussions with employee(s) on personal development. Comfortable with empowering others.
  • Conducts timely, effective performance reviews in accordance with RES guidelines.

Qualifications:

• Highschool/GED required
• Associate degree in related technical field required
• OSHA 10/30 preferred
• FAA Part 107 Drone Pilot preferred
• Infrared Thermography (any level) preferred
• 5 years or more related electrical maintenance experience required
• 5 years or more medium voltage electrical work experience required
• 3 years or more high voltage electrical work experience required
• 3 years or more managing or leading field technicians required
• Ability to travel domestically 5-15% required
• Must possess a valid Driver's License

Anticipated base salary range: $100,000 - $125,000

The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. This position is Bonus eligible.

RES offers benefits that are effective first day of employment. These benefits include the following:

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 4x pay Basic Life and Voluntary Life
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Accident, Hospital, and Critical Illness
• 401 (k) plan with 6% company match
• 2 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO), Sick days and 10 Paid Holidays-includes Floating Holiday
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Volunteer and Charity Matching
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Employee Discounts and Wellness programs
• Wellness Reimbursement

Physical requirements and environment:
The work environment and physical demands characteristics are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Rarely: Climbing, Crouching, Kneeling, Pulling 5-15lbs., Pushing 5-15 lbs., Lifting 5-15lbs., and Stooping are required.
Occasionally: Carrying 5-15lbs., Gripping, Handling, Pinching, and Walking are required.
Frequently: Standing is required.
Constantly: Reading, Grasping, Hearing, Reaching, Vision, Repetitive motion, and Sitting is required.

Rarely exposed to Extreme Cold, Heat, Humidity, and Wet, in the working environment.
Occasionally exposed to Noise and Hazards in the work environment.

We maintain a drug-free workplace. Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment background investigation and drug test as a condition of employment.

RES is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

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