National Grid Renewables is hiring a Solar Facility Plant Manager for the Yellowbud Project in Chillicothe, OH. The role involves overseeing daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards, managing budgets, and coordinating maintenance activities. Responsibilities include staff management, performance evaluations, and reporting on facility performance. The position focuses on maximizing the solar facility's reliability and efficiency while maintaining a safe work environment. National Grid Renewables is a full-service renewable energy company headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. National Grid Renewables has developed over 2,400 megawatts of wind and solar projects that are either operational or currently under construction throughout the United States. National Grid Renewables has a multi-gigawatt development pipeline of wind and solar projects in various stages of development throughout the United States. National Grid Renewables provides custom solutions for utilities and corporations looking to harness renewable energy for business growth. With deep roots in agriculture, National Grid Renewables prides itself on developing renewable energy projects that are farmer-friendly, community-driven, and beneficial for rural communities. Position Description National Grid Renewables is seeking a Solar Facility Manager to join our operations team. The Facility Manager will manage the day-to-day field operations and maintenance of the 275MWac Yellowbud Project. This includes development and compliance with operating budgets, outage coordination and scheduling with the interconnect entity, compliance with Environmental Health & Safety programs, and oversight of operations and maintenance activities to ensure work is carried out using Prudent utility & industry practices. Additional responsibilities and qualifications follow: Responsibilities • Ensure the solar facility provides maximum availability/reliability in a safe, economical, and proactive manner by providing direction and supervision to operations personnel. • Ensure strict management and compliance of all company and project environmental, health and safety (EHS) programs. • Assist with hiring key personnel, establish training, work and safety procedures, maintenance schedules, and other critical areas required as part of self-performance of operations and maintenance. • Perform staffing activities, counseling, coaching, training, and corrective actions of subordinate employees. Prepare performance evaluations per company instructions and guidelines. • Manage SWPP permits at each site along with vegetation permit requirements. • Assist in preparing annual budget for solar sites and maintain operating expenses within. • Participate in and promote job/work package safety analysis, job site safety observations, audits, safety meetings, safety training, and injury/event assessment. • Ensure execution of work schedule by planning day to day activities and coordinating outages. • Oversee facility performance and assist with troubleshooting, repairs, maintenance, and warranty activities/claims of all equipment, ensuring compliance with manufacturers' requirements. • Prepare weekly/monthly reports which include but are not limited to, project status, plant statistics, expenses, and adherence to contractual requirements. • Assist with performing QA/QC of the project while still in the construction phase and ensure successful transition from construction to operations. • Participate/lead in the development and revision of site procedures ensuring input from subject matter experts. • Set up sites for proper tooling, inventory, spare parts, and other equipment necessary to perform efficiently and effectively. • Administer warranties. Submit and track warranty claims. Track all on loan parts and reconcile with appropriate parties • Manages implementation of capital improvement programs and retrofits. • Manages National Grid Renewables field personnel performing balance of plant inspections, operations, maintenance, and warranty activities of all equipment. Qualifications • Four-year college degree or technical school certificate; or 5 years of related experience or power industry training; or the equivalent combination of education and experience. • Demonstrated experience in solar facility operations and maintenance including a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a broad range of renewable or other power generation development, design, permitting, construction, or operations. • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and communicate effectively across all levels of the organization. • Advanced computer skills utilizing word processing, spreadsheets, email, facility control, management and reporting systems, including the use of computerized diagnostic and troubleshooting tools. • Valid Driver's License & ability to work in extremely adverse weather conditions. • Ability to work around low and medium voltage. • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. • Knowledge of equipment required for facility maintenance. • Proficient interpreting electrical schematics and prints. Preference may be given to candidates with the following: • Experience in solar plant and/or BESS operations. • Experience in high voltage maintenance and switching & ability to run test equipment for troubleshooting. • Experience establishing and improving preventative maintenance programs. • Experience working with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS). • Willing to work overtime on holidays, weekends, and on short notice • Previous supervisory or management experience.
See More Details >>Solar Technician - Salt City Solar Project job at Engie. Chillicothe, OH. What You Can Expect As the Solar Technician, your daily responsibilities begin with accessing tasks via SCADA, Maximo, or various SAP software systems upon arrival at the solar plant in Chillicothe, OH. Your duties encompass repairing, troubleshooting, and fulfilling technical repair work orders for solar panels. You will also manage documentation, update parts inventory, and as well as submit on-site status reports, including daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports, and initiating work orders for equipment repairs. Coordination of high voltage switching activities with local utilities and independent system operators (ISO), which includes tasks like substation operations, equipment lockouts and grounding. You will be required to adhere to safety protocols such as conducting Site-Specific Orientations, Job Safety Analysis (JSA), and safety meetings. While you will primarily work independently on-site, there will always be a nearby technician for safety support. The site's team comprises three (3) team members: a site manager, a Balance of Plant technician, and the solar technician. You will also be a part of an on-call rotation for outages and emergencies; therefore, you must reside within 50 miles of the site. What You'll Bring • Minimum of a two (2) years diploma in a technical program where you have learned AC/ DC electrical theory, and gained an understanding of how to read blueprints and schematics • You should have knowledge of industrial electrical equipment including breaker, disconnects, transformers, contactors • Minimum two (2) years of experience in Solar generation sites, Wind generation sites, Thermal power plants, Manufacturing or Mining operations, or Controls & Industrial Maintenance • Must have or be willing to obtain certification as substation technician within 12 months of hire date • Capacity to be on call as deemed necessary by supervisor Additional Details • This is a field position requiring regular travel to client site(s) • This role requires daily attendance at a worksite • Must be available to travel domestically to other solar plants for emergencies and assist with outages • Must possess a valid U.S. driver's license/clean driving record to drive company vehicle on and around the plant • Must be willing and able to comply with ENGIE's policy with respect to COVID vaccination and testing • Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies • The position consists of 20% work indoors and 80% work outdoors; outdoor work may expose the employee to weather conditions • Could involve some lifting / up to 50 lbs Compensation Salary Range: $34.48 - $53.74 USD hourly This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate. Actual offered salary may depend on geography, experience, industry knowledge, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors. ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors. In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for a competitive bonus / incentive plan and emergency or on-call pay. Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location At ENGIE, we take your well-being seriously. Our comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, ESPP, generous paid time off including wellness days, holidays and leave programs. We also help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match. But that's not all - we're dedicated to the health and happiness of your entire family, offering supplemental benefits for full time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits. Explore our benefits package to see how we can support you. Learn more. Why ENGIE? ENGIE North America isn't just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition, we're leading it! Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone. At ENGIE, our goal is to support, promote, and thrive on diversity, equity, and inclusion. We do so for the benefit of our employees, customers, products and services, and community. ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment for all employees. We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. If you need assistance with this application or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at ENGIENA-ENGIEHR@engie.com . This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry regarding positions or application status. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at any time. The safety of our employees is our number one priority. All employees at ENGIE have both a duty and the authority to STOP WORK if unsafe acts are observed.
See More Details >>IN-PERSON WORKING OPPORTUNITIES ONLY FOR OHIO UNIVERSITY-CHILLICOTHE CAMPUS STUDENTS A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A SALES REPRESENTATIVE: As a Sales Representative, you are the primary contact for our clients. You start each day excited to establish new relationships while continuing to nurture existing ones. By meeting with our potential customers, you are able to build excellent rapport and more effectively educate them about our products and services. Your excellent communication skills are an essential part of your success, as you complete product presentations and give price quotes. To complete sales, you collect and enter order information all while providing superior customer service. We focus on a national level to expand clients into new markets to create new revenue streams for years decades to come. Responsibilities and Duties: • One-on-one sales with customers in an outside sales environment. • Greet customers in a courteous, friendly, and professional manner using company procedures • Give product presentations to complete sales orders with customers. • Listen attentively to customer needs and concerns; demonstrate empathy. • Clarify customer requirements; probe for and confirm understanding of needs. • Meet customer requirements by providing personalized solutions. • Confirm customer understanding of the solution and provide additional customer education as needed. • Frequent travel throughout the year and 1-4 months relocation during the summer. About You You are organized and manage your time effectively in order to regularly achieve individual and team goals. You feel good about playing an important role in the success of a growing company with a solid reputation. • Knowledge of basic computer operations • Courteous with strong customer service orientation • Dependable with proficient attention to detail • Good listening and responding skills • Must be flexible with the ability to adapt to changes quickly and think conceptually • Solid problem-solving skills • Must be willing to take the initiative All Ohio University-Chillicothe Campus students are invited to apply for this amazing summer internship opportunity!
See More Details >>Entering the solar trade in Chillicothe, OH, often begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically last about four to five years, requiring extensive training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the solar industry employed 279,447 workers nationwide as of December 2023, with a 5.9% increase from 2022. In Chillicothe, OH, the average weekly wage for solar professionals is approximately $1,286, with experienced workers earning up to $1,564 per week. Trade schools, local unions, and platforms like Solar Career Map help aspiring solar professionals find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
