Job Description Summary:
We (a globally active solar and BESS EPC/O&M) seek an experienced Operations and Maintenance Site Manager with a valid Florida Electrical Contractor (EC) or Certified Solar Contractor (CVC) License to support the operations and maintenance (O&M) activities of a growing portfolio of utility-scale solar facilities in Florida.
This role will oversee maintenance planning, contractor management, scheduling, field execution, and operational readiness activities related to long-term plant operations (O&M).
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
- Ensure the site, generating plants and all personnel maintain the highest safety standards and practices.
- Operate and care for company property, equipment, and tooling.
- Perform and oversee solar equipment testing, troubleshooting and maintenance tasks in alignment with monitoring programs and contractual requirements.
- Supervise the replacement or repair of solar facility parts and/or equipment.
- Respond “on‐call” as necessary to manage emergency equipment repairs.
- Oversee completion of electrical and other maintenance activities, ensuring compliance with applicable codes, permits, and project requirements.
- Participate in and work with the EPC team on commissioning activities and turnover to operations.
- Oversee day-to-day O&M activities across multiple solar facilities, including supervision of subcontractors and field personnel.
- Coordinate, schedule and document preventive and corrective maintenance activities, aligning with customer expectations and contractual requirements.
- Arrange and oversee O&M expenditures, budgets, providing supporting invoicing and cost analyses.
- Support permitting and electrical compliance activities where/when required.
- Support troubleshooting and resolution of electrical and operational issues.
- Maintain project documentation (internal and external), maintenance records, and reporting.
- Coordinate with internal engineering, commissioning, and operations teams, including the remote monitoring of the facility.
- Participate in site inspections, safety meetings, and operational reviews.
- Assess and suggest improved processes, collaborate on new technologies, and coordinate with management regarding the implementation of these improvements.
- Complete other responsibilities as assigned.
Objectives or Goals to Measure Performance:
- Adherence to Company policies and procedures.
- Understanding of and adherence to safety and quality procedures and practices.
- Customer/Client satisfaction.
- Improved personal professional growth and education.
- Positive project team attitude.
- Staff development and training.
- Meet or exceed budgets.
- Meet or exceed plant performance standards.
Minimum Requirements, Skills, Certifications or Experience:
- EC and/or CVC licensed in the State of Florida.
- Located within a commutable distance from the project site (Lake Placid, Florida), or willingness to relocate to the area.
- A driver’s license valid in the State of Florida (note that a driving, background, criminal survey will be part of the hiring process).
- High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or equivalent, Vocational/Technical School or Bachelor studies a plus.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a mechanical/electrical environment achieved through formal training or previous work experience.
- Demonstrated basic understanding of electrical, hydraulic, or pneumatic systems.
- Demonstrated ability to identify and perform effective Lock Out/Tag Out of energized parts/systems.
- Demonstrated understanding of solar installation/plant and electrical systems.
- Demonstrated knowledge of testing equipment
- Demonstrated knowledge of remote monitoring systems.
- Computer skills: outlook, MS Teams, MS Word, MS Excel.
- Ability to follow and give both verbal and written instructions.
- Have or obtain NFPA 70e Safety Training certification.
- Remain current in all safety and technical trainings.
- Effective verbal and written English language communication skills.
- Effective organizational skills.
- Ability to work at remote locations in extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, inclement weather).
- Ability to work on an “on call” basis (may include weekends or after-hours situations).
- Experience coordinating field crews, subcontractors, and maintenance schedules.
- Managing budgets, purchasing and invoicing procedures.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced project environment.
- Strong communication, collaboration and organizational skills.
Preferred Experience:
- Utility-scale solar PV experience (50MW+ preferred).
- Experience managing the interface between commissioning and operational activities.
- Familiarity with medium-voltage systems and inverter-based generation facilities.
- Experience working with clients, EPC contractors, utilities, and original equipment manufacturers.
Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions:
- Occasional exposure to weather, harsh outdoor environment, vibration, noise dust and fumes.
- Requires frequent stooping/bending/crouching, reaching, handling, finger dexterity, sitting, standing, walking, and lifting 50 lbs. or more.
- Occasional climbing and carrying, proximity to moving mechanical parts, working in high, exposed, or difficult to access places.
What We Offer:
- Base Salary: US $90,000 – $110,000 based on experience.
- Eligibility for company bonus plan (10%).
- $800 / month stipend for health coverage.
- Participation in company matched 401K plan, once established (est. Sept 2026).