Solar Supervisor, Commercial Renewable Operations

Job Description:

Overview

Deriva Energy is a leading Independent Power Producer in the US renewables market, with over 6.5GW of operating or under construction wind, solar and storage projects across the country. Formerly a division of Duke Energy, Deriva is now backed by Brookfield Renewable and is poised for dynamic growth across its wind, solar, and storage portfolios. Join a dynamic team committed to excellence and innovation who envision a future of energy independence using resilient, carbon-free generation. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to make a significant impact in the rapidly evolving renewable energy industry. Deriva empowers customers with innovative clean energy solutions that strengthen communities and serve future generations.

This role will cover solar sites in the Mississippi and North Carolina region. Candidates will preferably live in the Memphis, TN or Charlotte, NC area.

Position Summary

The Supervisor Commercial Renewable Operations is responsible for delivering profitable results at a Deriva owned solar sites located in assigned area. Achieve profitable results through safe, efficient, environmentally sound operations that are consistent with both Deriva policy and industry best practices. Responsible for the safety (human and environmental) and final work product of all persons who are on the site including but not limited to permanent and temporarily assigned Deriva staff as well as contractors, suppliers and vendors. Responsible for maintaining a positive, transparent, collaborative working relationship with other corporate support functions. Responsible for maintaining a positive, contractually sound relationship with all landowners and power off-takers we've partnered with at the asset, while maintaining a positive presence in the broader community where we live and work. Expected to troubleshoot, maintain and perform operations in the field. Other tasks and duties as assigned from leadership.

Responsibilities

• Trouble shooting and maintaining generation technology

• Problem solving BOP issues including but not limited to roads, gates, substations and transmission lines

• Work planning and oversight of work product being delivered through employees and contractors

• Drive site UMC to meet corporation goals and metrics

• Responsible for managing the sites within each site budget, approved by leadership. Driving efficiency and performance of technicians on site

• General administration including but not limited to: environmental/safety/regulatory compliance, time sheets, setting of individual and business unit goals, setting expectations and driving accountability, employee coaching/counseling/development

• Off-taker, landowner and community relations, travel to other assets when needed

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Six (6) years or more of related work experience

• Experience leading a team or having direct reports

Desired Qualifications

• Experience managing technicians

• Solar Technician-1,2 and Electrical Operator 1 & 2

• Three (3) years or more of technical experience with Deriva Energy as a Solar/Wind Technician

• Ability to complete supervisor job performance measures within the probationary period

• Required to travel to support all sites within region

• Ability to support additional regions as requested

• Additional years of solar maintenance experience

• Knowledge of heavy equipment used for facility maintenance and working knowledge of crane and rigging requirements

• Proven experience of successfully managing and developing solar maintenance

Working Conditions

• Valid driver's license required

• Ability to travel to support all Deriva fleet projects

• Exposure to mechanical, electrical, and/or other hazards

• Exposure to noisy, dusty conditions, chemicals, or solvents

• Operate equipment including but not limited to forklifts and commercial motor vehicles

• Ability to lift up to 50lbs individually

• Walking, Climbing of stairs, ladders, and/or scaffolds

• Working in all-weather outdoor conditions (extreme heat, cold, wind, rain, snow)

• Completion of OEM or third-party technical specialty training program

Benefits

• Health Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• 401(k) with matching

• Employee assistance program

• Flexible spending account

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Parental leave

• Attractive Bonus Potential

Additional Information:

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Deriva welcomes veterans of the United States Armed Forces to apply for this position. Deriva includes veterans of all branches and a diverse set of occupational specialties. We value the independent thinking, problem solving, leadership, and teamwork that our veterans have developed through their service. We welcome applications from any service and any military occupational specialty.

Deriva Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, protected veteran or military status, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.