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At AES Clean Energywereaccelerating the future of energy together while transforming customer experience and delivering outstanding customer products and Field Services Team Leadwill support our expanding teams locally and help grow our portfolio of photovoltaic (PV) solar and solar storage facilities while connecting the region to the broader Field Services network.
Safety First - Self-starter - Innovative Problem solver - Driven by Excellence - Teammate - Accountable
If these characteristics describe you join us!
This role is based in Spanish Fork UT and travelling to Kuna ID; MonaUT; and Parachute CO is expected (25% of the time)
Key Responsibilities
Lead solar PV site BESS and substation operations and maintenance efforts including troubleshootingin accordance withapplicable safety and environmental obligations Responsible for the Preventive and Corrective O&M activities assigned to the team.
Stop unsafe work report andaccurateunsafe conditions or hazards review andsubmitapplicable accident / incident report. Work with and supportRegionalSafety Committee.
Working with Regional O&M Manager provide performance and developmental leadership and feedback to the members of the regions team( 6technicians )Locatedin Kuna ID MonaUtahand Parachute Colorado.25% Travel Expected.
Find opportunities for continuous improvement of O&M activities to ensure safe efficient and reliable delivery of field services.
Support or lead warranty claims processes with EPC providers and equipment vendors.
Ensure standard maintenance for vehicles and equipment andassistin addressing repair needs coordinateusage of shared equipment.
Schedule and implement site training and qualification efforts.
Assistin third-party contractor and vendor identification and onboarding develop work scopes and manage and schedule contractors as needed.
Establish andmaintainan annual on-call schedule and communicate that schedule as needed to internal and external parties; respond to after-hours emergency situations as.
Ensuretimely complete and high-quality documentation related to O&M activities including service tickets maintenance reports switching orders and safety-related documentation (such as JHAs/JSAs Safe Work Permits LOTO Energized Electrical Work Permits Excavation Permits etc.).
Assistin team adoption of computerized maintenance managementsystem(CMMS).
Work with Engineering to review investigation results and/or recommendations from OEMs and institute plant solutions/modifications document through change management system.
Ensureaccuratetracking of inventory levels initiatere-order of consumables and spare parts as needed.
As neededparticipatein the construction/commissioning of the facilities to ensure a high-quality build successful commissioningtimelyproject punch list closeout and smooth transition of responsibility to the Operations team.
Ensure compliance with all applicable safety and environmental requirements regional and federal regulations and company policies.
Stay abreast of applicable technical & safety standards and share withteam.
Facilitate effective communication for all activities using phone email and other business software such as our Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
Perform/lead other duties and administrativetasks asassigned by Region Manager.
Skills and Qualifications
Ability to develop a team and achieve goals.3 years or more supervisory experience is a plus.
Knowledgeable in the systems processes and protocols guiding the operations and maintenance of industrial PV solar plants and electrical systems (OSHA standards NFPA 70e Lockout/ Tagout/ Grounding etc.). Operation of SEL relays Pad Mounted Switch Gear Re-Closers
Appropriate Electrical trade qualification with at least5-yearsworking on utility scale electrical systems.
Experience working withutility scale PV systems Battery Energy Storage systems a plus. Experience with utility size PV Solar invertersHitachiSungrowand SMA Inverters
PV Array Trackersystems: ATI (V2 V2.5 V3) NEXTracker &SoltecSF7.
Competence with relevant computer systems including but not limited to CMMS DAS/SCADA equipment-specific maintenance programs and Microsoft Office programs.
Ability to work remotely and apply technology to stay connected to the local team as well as colleagues at administrative offices.
High degree of commitment to a quality safety and incident-free work environment.
NFPA 70E and OSHA 30 Certificationstronglypreferred.
7 Years O&M Experience.
Ability to read and interpret equipment/facility schematics maintenance instructions procedures/manuals process/procedure documents.
Personal values consistent with those of the AES: SafetyFirst Highest Standards and All Together.
Ability to excel in a cross-functional and geographically diverse organization.
Excellent English written and verbal communication skills.
Positive and professional work ethic.
Detail oriented high-energy adept at problem solving and time management in sometimes high stress situations highly organized.
Work Environment
May beto work around rotating and energized equipment hazardous materials and chemicals.
Occasionally requires lifting asappropriate toperform duties and responsibilities.
Occasional non-standard work hours as necessary tomaintainplant readiness.
Working outside in a normal solar power plant and/or office environment including high/low ambient temperatures and high/low humidity areas andpossibly workingat heights.
Requires standing sitting walking kneeling twisting climbing stairs and ladders and entering plant equipment to access inspect or collect data on plant equipment.
As necessary travel regionally in a company provided service vehicle and use regional air travel to support companys solar and storage assets
Mustmaintaina valid drivers license.
AES offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being growth and long-term success. Employees in this role are eligible for medical dental and vision coverage wellness benefits and an annual bonus opportunity based on company and individual addition AES provides generous paid time off including 22 days (176 hours) of PTO per year plus 13 paid company holidays.
AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgroundsdifferencesand perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people customers suppliers contractors and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex sexual orientation gender gender identity and/or expression race national origin ethnicity age religion marital status physical or mental disability pregnancy childbirth or related medical condition military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each newemployeesI-9 to confirm work authorization.
Safety comes first at AES. To protect the health and safety of our people customers communities and partners and to provide and maintain a workplace that is free of known hazards AES requires all newly-hired people or current AES people applying for U.S.-based role(s) to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or be willing to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by their date of hire. Except where prohibited by law or not specifically covered in a collective bargaining agreement new hires and transfers willbe requiredto provide proof of vaccination during onboarding and periodically thereafter. This policy willcomply withall applicable laws and is based on guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and local health authorities as applicable.
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