Responsable de Sitio, Operaciones y Mantenimiento Solar Autónomo

LRE (Leeward Renewable Energy) is forging an American energy future with integrity, innovation, and positive impact. Born in Texas in 2003, we own and operate over 30 utility-scale wind, solar, and energy storage projects in local communities across the United States, totaling 4 gigawatts (GW) of generating capacity.

LRE continues to help meet increased U.S. energy demand through our robust pipeline of new projects every year. Domestic jobs and manufacturing are fundamental to our full-lifecycle approach to projects, along with a long-term ownership model and a company culture dedicated to our community partners and protecting the natural environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Operations & Maintenance: Independently perform all O&M activities, including troubleshooting and repairs on inverters, panels, racking, and tracking equipment. Execute preventive maintenance schedules to ensure optimal plant performance and longevity.
• Safety & Compliance: Responsible for all safety protocols at the plant level, ensuring compliance with OSHA, NFPA 70, and other relevant regulations. Safely perform electrical work typical for solar plants of this size.
• P&L Management: Oversee and manage the financial performance of the plant, including budgeting, cost control, and reporting.
• Contractor Management: Supervise and coordinate the activities of all contractors on-site, ensuring the quality and timeliness of their work. Issue purchase orders (POs) as necessary for contracted services and materials.
• Material Management: Oversee the management of plant materials, ensuring adequate supply of parts and consumables. Conduct regular inventory counts and manage the proper disposal of hazardous materials.
• External Stakeholder Management: Maintain positive relationships with local community members and landowners. Serve as the primary point of contact for external stakeholders, addressing concerns and ensuring compliance with land use agreements.
• Work Risk Assessment & Job Hazard Analysis: Perform superior risk assessments and job hazard analyses (JHA) for all work activities. Identify potential hazards and implement appropriate controls to mitigate risks.
• Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs): Develop and implement SOPs for repeatable work processes, including detailed risk assessments and method statements to ensure consistent and safe execution of tasks.
• Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS): Utilize CMMS such as Maximo to create, manage, and close work orders. Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities and parts usage.
• Balance of Plant (BoP) Management: Perform routine inspections, operations, and maintenance of BoP systems, including substations and other critical infrastructure.
• Regulatory Compliance: Execute compliance tasks as required by local, state, and federal regulations. This includes the preparation of reports and maintaining records for audit purposes.
• Physical Work: Engage in physical activities such as lifting heavy equipment, working in confined spaces, and performing tasks exposed to the elements.

Applicants must have current authorization to work for any employer in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for an employment visa now or in the future. Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Leeward Management Services, LLC is committed to employing a diverse workforce and provides equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Notice to Recruiters and Staffing Agencies

Leeward Renewable Energy (LRE) does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting vendors or employment agencies. Only recruiting vendors with a current, signed agreement in place with LRE are authorized to submit resumes for specific, requested positions. All unsolicited resumes and candidate profiles submitted to LRE, or any LRE employee, without an active agreement or written request from LRE's HR Department, will be considered property of LRE. LRE will not be responsible for any fees or expenses associated with unsolicited resumes or candidates submitted in this manner.