Power Plant Manager

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Power Plant Manager in Geothermal Renewable Energy to lead and oversee site facility, personnel, and the overall operations of the site. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background with expertise in geothermal renewable energy systems and a passion for driving innovative solutions. This role ensures safety protocols, environmental compliance, and power generation are operating efficiently and effectively to meet OME’s strategic goals.

• The Power Plant Manager directs the daily activities of the operations by achieving high productivity, safe, reliable, efficient, quality work, and cost-effective power generation
• Develops project plans, provides direction, and coordinates activities associated with plant operations and maintenance
• Identifies, evaluates, and implements improved work practices and processes
• Monitors/evaluates plant equipment and systems to ensure reliable plant operations
• Trains employees in operations and maintenance methods, safety practices & procedures, and administers training programs
• Administers and ensures compliance by employees with company policy, safety rules, and government regulations
• Performs supervisory activities for employees, including but not limited to the instruction of employee safety, participation in the hiring process, development of employees, and operator performance management
• Assists in the administration of the O&M budget and reporting of work performed within the department
• Respond and coordinate during emergency and crisis management activities if necessary
• Completes daily, weekly, monthly reporting on time as required to executive management
• Performs other duties as assigned

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in power plant operations and preferred 3 years in geothermal renewable energy management
• Advanced leadership skills to direct operations and maintenance of power generation facilities
• Extensive experience in the operations of steam turbine systems and binary heat transfer units
• Experience in process engineering (steam/refrigerant/hydrocarbons) and ability to make operational decisions based on variable process conditions
• Experience in managing electrical (HV/LV) operators and technicians and a working knowledge of electrical distribution systems (transformers, switch gear, etc.)
• Understanding of accounting, contract administration, human resources, procurement, and other plant administration functions

• Experience in geothermal wellfield production and injection is preferred.
• Geothermal experience is highly preferred

• Experience in a power generation management roles

• Must be able to communicate with others to exchange information consistently
• Must be able to travel as required
• Must be able to traverse all areas of construction sites
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs pounds
• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions (i.e. Hot, cold, etc.)
• Use repeating motions that may include the wrist, hands and/or finger
• Must be able to inspect construction sites, systems, and projects
• Must be able to operate a company vehicle with a valid driver’s license

Full-time

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

• Driver's License (Required)

Imlay, NV 89418

Winnemucca, NV 89447:
Relocate before starting work (Required)