Site Supervisor [On-site]

EDF Renewables North America • Full-time • Livermore, California • 1w ago

Scope of Position

About Us:

EDF Renewables North America is a market-leading independent power producer and service provider with over 35 years of experience. We deliver grid-scale power: wind (onshore and offshore), solar photovoltaic, and storage projects; distribution-scale power: solar and storage; asset optimization: technical, operational, and commercial expertise to maximize the performance of generating projects, and onsite solutions, through the Company’s PowerFlex affiliate, offering a full suite of onsite energy solutions for commercial and industrial customers: solar, storage, EV charging, energy management systems, and microgrids.

Under specific direction from the Regional Operations Manager, the Site Supervisor provides day to day supervision of the maintenance teams on the sites. The scope includes, but not limited to execution of all work activities, supervision of all employees at the site, reports, and other written and verbal communications between site and management teams, customers, vendors, etc. Must have expereince working with Wind Turbines.

Benefits & Perks:

EDF Renewables offers best-in-class employee benefits, including the following:

Competitive bonus incentives. This position is eligible for our annual bonus program.
Comprehensive health coverage. EDF Renewables USA provides low-cost health & wellness coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
Rewarding 401k. EDF Renewables provides a generous matching contribution.

We are also proud to offer:

Favorable paid time off programs, including paid parental leave after one year of service.
Rewarding learning & career development and advancement opportunities.
Supportive mentorship & buddy programs.

Be a part of an innovative and collaborative team environment that fosters our goal of delivering renewable solutions to lead the transition to a sustainable energy future.

Salary range:

The full pay range for this role is $73,800.00 - 123,000.00 annually. The target range for this position is $85,000.00 to $110,00.00 per hour. We generally base our salary decisions on factors such as internal equity, candidate work and/leadership experience, educational credentials, and in some cases, candidate work location

Responsibilities

Responsible for the planning and execution of all scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on the renewable power plants, including the Balance of Plant (BOP)
Perform daily, review of maintenance logs, work orders, timecards, service reports, and any other required paperwork or computer work for the specific project/assignment.
Responsible for all QC activity in the business and performing QC Assessments of work by Technicians up-tower.
Responsible for accurate inventory management & procurement activity.
Responsible for performing safety walks while identifying hazards on site, including up tower visits. Participation in the tower rescue program, lead daily safety meetings, reviewing JHA & LOTO documentation for accuracy & completeness.
Responsible for reviewing/approving/releasing work requests, including the TECO/COGI SAP transactions as necessary.
Review maintenance protocols periodically for accuracy as well as identifying opportunities for optimization and/or improvement.
Responsible for the development of the maintenance personnel through ongoing training, and mentoring.
Other duties as assigned

Supervision of Others:

This position will have at times 1-2 technicians as direct reports.
During certain situations may have to oversee contractors and sub-contractors to support project needs.

Work Location: Livermore, California

Qualifications

High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience working with current technology wind turbines preferred. 3-5 years’ experience working in the wind-energy industry.
A minimum of 1-year current or previous experience in a supervisory capacity preferred.
Working knowledge of wind industry best practices, general maintenance standards, and a common understanding of condition-based monitoring systems.
Ability to work well with subcontracted Construction personnel in resolution of issues identified in the field during that phase of a project.
Basic understanding of power generation equipment and operational performance metrics.
OSHA 10 training
Knowledge of electrical code and OSHA regulations
Ability to work independently
Focused on efficiency and removing labor hours from tasks or projects
Knowledgeable in all MS applications: Word, Excel, and Outlook
Willing to travel on short notice
Able to provide proof of a current driver’s license and clean driving record, in order to operate company vehicles (field trucks) both on site as well as on public roads and highways.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:

Ability to communicate effectively with team members
Demonstrable commitment to safety
Flexibility, able to adapt and comply with Company/Client requirements.
Ability to work with, interact with other disciplines
Ability to work on own initiative and resourcefulness to complete all assigned tasks
Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment
Has a desire to learn and develop within the role
Highly experienced in using and understanding testing and diagnostic equipment (multi-meter, oscilloscope, etc.)
Knowledge in electrical safety and arc flash standards

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: Stand, climb, use hands or fingers, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Able to work at heights, including climbing up and descending towers, entering nacelles and hubs at extreme heights.
Able to work in a mechanical environment. This may have been achieved through formal training, previous work experience as an auto mechanic or the ability to demonstrate that an individual is mechanically inclined.
Able to operate company vehicles (field trucks) both on site as well as on public roads and highways. Must have a current driver’s license with a good DMV printout.
Demonstrate good work habits, including but not limited to attendance, and maintaining a neat and orderly work environment.

Due to weight restrictions associated with life-saving fall-arrest equipment employees are required to wear while working at heights, maximum employee weight must not exceed 280 lbs. Employee weight subject to review at any time throughout the duration of employment and required biannually.

Work Environment:

15% of time is spent in the office environment, utilizing computers (frequent use of various Microsoft software/programs), phones, and general office equipment. 85% of time is spent in the field working on wind turbine assets, in additional to attending various meetings. Wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hat and safety glasses always. Repetitive use of legs, arms, hands and fingers. Able to work 8 hours a day, 40 hours a week, overtime and night shifts as required. 25% of travel may be required based on needs of company.

Fiscal Responsibilities:

Support site budget control by ensuring cost are within budget and repairs are made in a timely manner.

Reasonable Accommodations:
Reasonable accommodations may be provided by EDF Renewables to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions, as defined per Company policy.