Operations Supervisor - Photovoltaic and Battery Storage

SUMMARY

The Terra-Gen Photovoltaic and Battery Storage Operations Supervisor – Edwards Sanborn is a supervisory position and leads all operational and maintenance functions for the Photovoltaic and Battery Storage Facilities near Mojave CA and other designated sites. It is a position managing multiple employees who perform tasks fulfilling duties specified in an executed O&M service agreement between Terra-Gen Operating Company as the O&M Service Provider and several entities currently owned by Terra-Gen as Owner.

The Terra-Gen Photovoltaic and Battery Storage Operations Supervisor – Edwards Sanborn is a supervisory position and leads all operational and maintenance functions for the Photovoltaic and Battery Storage Facilities near Mojave CA and other designated sites. It is a position managing multiple employees who perform tasks fulfilling duties specified in an executed O&M service agreement between Terra-Gen Operating Company as the O&M Service Provider and several entities currently owned by Terra-Gen as Owner.

The Operations Supervisor is responsible for ensuring that the facilities are available to produce optimally and for all safety and regulatory compliance while fostering a positive, supportive, collaborative and safe culture. This position will be responsible for implementing site policies and procedures as well as team building and professional development of employees. The Operations Supervisor reports to the Site Manager – Photovoltaic and Battery Storage.

The main office is located in the vicinity of Mojave, California. Some travel will be required for this position. Will be responsible for the safe and efficient operations and maintenance of the power plant(s) and all associated instrumentation, electrical, and DCS equipment in accordance with procedures, guidelines, and operating directives in effect. Provides appropriate direction, guidance, training, and supervision of assigned personnel in the accomplishment of company goals and directives.

Monitors and ensures all facets of instrumentation, electrical, and control systems and associated equipment maintenance have been accomplished per industry standards, OEM specifications and regulatory compliance. Responsible for the material conditions of each component and ensures that each functions correctly and reliably through programs of equipment inspection, repair, and system testing/troubleshooting. Identifies equipment deficiencies and coordinates with all departments to maintain peak performance of the power plant and its equipment.

• Adheres to, supports, and complies with all company safety and environmental policies and practices. Ensures all employees, contractors and visitors conduct themselves safely and within company policies and regulatory guidelines.
• Using the Terra-Gen work management system, ensure work is planned and scheduled to meet warranty and service contract commitments/requirements.
• Review metrics and direct improvements in plant performance, work progress, and work backlog
• Perform Scheduling, performance monitoring, vegetation management, module cleaning, etc.
• Direct contact in the form of meetings and reporting to the Site Manager regarding plant performance and plans of action
• Select contractors/vendors, initiate contracts and manage contractors/vendors for Terra-Gen operations, contractual spare parts, and maintenance technicians as needed to fulfill O&M service agreement obligations.
• Responsible for the performance of all contractors as required by the O&M service agreement.
• Manages and tracks warranty claims and understands installation warranty and equipment warranty responsibilities. Ensures operations and maintenance activities are performed to maximize the warranty benefit
• Schedules and manages additional services as needed based on the available monitoring data. Ensures acceptable quality of execution
• At a minimum completes monthly site inspections
• Assist EHS with the implementation of an OSHA-compliant safety program and culture at the plant.
• Develop and promote compliance with written procedures for plant operations and maintenance
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