SPC Solar Site Team Leader (Roserock/Lamesa - TX)

Description

SPC Solar Site Team Leader

Dawson and Pecos Counties - Texas

The purpose of this position is to provide leadership and support for SPC Solar Operations Technicians (non-exempt employees) and for operating and maintaining the SPC Solar Fleet in a safe, compliant, reliable, and efficient manner. This position is accountable for safety, environmental and regulatory compliance; team development and technical direction; performance management; managing resources and work priorities; assist in developing O&M and Capital budgets and management; development and management of solar maintenance strategy and PMs; Coordination of contracts and contractors; and other related goals as required by the business.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain familiarity with all maintenance activities within the facilities and keep abreast of ongoing issues
• Perform periodic walk-downs and visual inspections of each site in coordination with Solar Technicians, as well as provide back-up & support for some tasks.
• Assist in managing the overall compliance of the solar sites including but not limited to safety, environmental, financial, and contract/contractor management.
• Provide leadership and direction to ensure safe and compliant LOTO program for solar.
• Assist in the development and manage Capital and O&M budgets to meet year-end projections. Write/approve purchase requisitions, invoices, etc.
• Provide project management leadership and support as required.
• Work with SPC M&D ROC to monitor operational activities and alarms for solar sites.
• Administer work flow process in Maximo. Review CRs daily and ensure work orders are prioritized, planned, executed, and closed out.
• Provide Asset Management of all solar sites including performing and maintaining a maintenance strategy for each solar facility with optimized PMs.
• Work with vendors and contractors in the proper maintenance and operation of the solar facilities.
• Develop and implement an inventory management process for solar sites.
• Work with other departments (New Generation, Renewables, etc.) as necessary on all new site and project development activities.
• Experience with contractor maintenance and management.
• Assist plant technicians with equipment troubleshooting and/or maintenance as required by emergency or availability.
• Manage above responsibilities at multiple sites and with multiple site crews in the specified region
  JOB REQUIREMENTS
  Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
• BS or Associates Electrical/Electronics degree a plus.
• Supervisory experience including performance management preferred.
• Three years of work experience in generating plant maintenance or operations required.
• Experience with asset management (System Ownership) within a generating plant or equivalent work experience. Project management experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of MAXIMO preferred.
• Be knowledgeable of site PPA(s) to maximize profit through production and maintenance planning.
• Computer skills as required to understand and communicate with digital-based devices.
• Advanced knowledge of AC and DC electrical circuits.
• Understanding of maintenance strategy, budgeting, cost reporting, and reliability reporting.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all working and management levels.
• Competency with current Windows operating system and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must be available for extended work hours including nights and weekends.
• Solar plant experience (or similar process) with emphasis on plant controls, communication networks and SCADA is preferred
• Represent Southern Power in the Renewable Operations Review Board (ORB) meetings (and other applicable ORBs).
• Working knowledge of switchyards and related equipment required.
• Travel may be often and across multiple sites.
• Must be flexible, forward-thinking, and strategic-minded to plan for the future needs of the system.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; leadership skills; performance management skills; and planning and coordination skills.
• Role model for Our Values.
• Self-motivated, customer-focused, and having an excellent ability to work well with and develop teams.
• Manage and verify all employee’s expense reporting and approval process.
• Manage and verify all employee’s time reporting for payroll.
• Overnight stays at each site will be required at times as well as some extended workdays.
• Work with site teams to instill the SPC culture and values at each site.
• At plant work week to be divided between sites.

Southern Power , a subsidiary of Southern Company, is a leading U.S. wholesale energy provider meeting the electricity needs of municipalities, electric cooperatives, investor-owned utilities and other energy customers. Southern Power and its subsidiaries own 47 facilities operating or under construction in 11 states with more than 12,800 MW of generating capacity in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Maine, Minnesota, Nevada, New Mexico, North Carolina, Oklahoma and Texas.

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy company serving 9 million customers through its subsidiaries as of Jan. 1, 2019. The company provides clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy through electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company serving wholesale customers across America, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services . Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and affordable prices below the national average. For more than a century, we have been building the future of energy and developing the full portfolio of energy resources, including carbon-free nuclear, advanced carbon capture technologies, natural gas, renewables, energy efficiency and storage technology. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation and a low-carbon future, Southern Company and its subsidiaries develop the customized energy solutions our customers and communities require to drive growth and prosperity. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and govern our business to the benefit of our world. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have been recognized nationally by the U.S. Department of Defense, G.I. Jobs magazine, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, Forbes and the Women's Choice Award. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Field: Power Plant Operations & Maintenance

Job Type: Standard

Primary Location: Texas-South Texas-Fort Stockton

Operating Company: Southern Power Company

Other Locations: Texas-North Texas-Lamesa

Job Type: Standard

Travel (Up to...): Yes, 25 % of the Time

Work Location(s):

Roserock Solar Facility (Roserock Solar)

293 Mendel Road

Fort Stockton, 79735

Lamesa Solar Facility (Lamesa Solar)

1236 County Road 20

Lamesa, 79331

Req ID: SPC2000443