Operations and Maintenance Manager

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Convergent Energy and Power

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Smart Grid applications • grid-scale project development • interconnection • permitting • coincident peak hitting

51 - 200 employees

Founded 2011

⚡ Energy

Description

This is a fully remote role for candidates who are based outside of the New York Metropolitan area. • For those located in the area, we encourage you to consider our hybrid work arrangement (1-2 days a week in our NYC office). • Energy storage is the key to unlocking a future where our world is powered by renewable resources. • At Convergent Energy and Power, our mission is to make the electrical grid cleaner, more reliable, and less expensive. • The Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Manager is a key individual contributor responsible for developing and executing maintenance strategies, • optimizing operational performance, and ensuring the reliability of Convergent’s fleet of energy storage and solar assets. • This role emphasizes independent problem-solving, technical leadership, and proactive maintenance planning to minimize downtime and improve asset efficiency. • What You’ll Do • Maintenance Planning and Execution (35%) • Develop and implement preventive and corrective maintenance schedules to ensure optimal asset performance. • Coordinate maintenance activities with internal teams and external vendors, ensuring alignment with company goals. • Lead the resolution of technical issues, ensuring timely and effective responses to minimize downtime. • Operational Optimization (25%) • Analyze performance metrics and operational data to identify trends, optimize maintenance practices, and improve asset reliability. • Drive initiatives to enhance system efficiency and ensure safety and regulatory standards compliance. • Vendor and Resource Coordination (20%) • Manage relationships with third-party service providers, ensuring adherence to contractual agreements and quality standards. • Oversee procurement of parts and materials, ensuring cost-effective and timely delivery. • Conduct regular reviews with vendors to address operational challenges and opportunities. • Documentation and Reporting (15%) • Maintain comprehensive records of maintenance activities, work orders, and compliance documentation. • Develop and update operations manuals, ensuring they reflect current best practices. • Prepare reports on operational performance and provide actionable insights to leadership. • Continuous Improvement and Collaboration (5%) • Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement changes to enhance efficiency and reliability. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align maintenance strategies with organizational objectives.

Requirements

Required Qualifications • 5+ years of experience in energy storage or solar asset operations, maintenance planning, or related roles. • Strong technical skills, including proficiency in troubleshooting and problem-solving for energy systems. • Proven ability to work independently and make decisions within an operational framework. • Experience with maintenance management software (e.g., CMMS) and data analysis tools. Preferred Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Energy Systems, or a related field. • Certification in Maintenance and Reliability (CMRP) or equivalent. • Experience with SCADA systems, performance monitoring, and data-driven optimization. • Knowledge of industry-standard communication protocols such as Ethernet and Modbus. • Strong project management skills, including vendor contract negotiation and cost control.

Benefits

We're dedicated to fostering a welcoming and inclusive culture that prioritizes the safety and well-being of all our clean energy professionals. • Our priority is to ensure that every team member feels valued and supported to have a healthy balance between work life and personal life. • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance • Vacation, Sick, and Volunteer days • 401K with an employer safe harbor match • Special Vendor Discounts on programs for: • Identity theft and fraud prevention