POSITION: Site Lead

Department: Operations

Location: Rosamond CA

Status:

Company Overview:

Leeward Renewable Energy is a growth-oriented renewable energy company that owns and operates a portfolio of 21 wind farms across nine states, with 20 in operation and one under construction, totaling more than 2,000 MW of installed capacity. We are developing new wind, solar, and energy storage projects in energy markets across the U.S.

Job Summary:

Leeward Renewable Energy is currently seeking an experienced Site Lead to assist in the direction of all wind farm operations for maintenance and repairs focusing on the performance and reliability of the entire project. Develop strategies for the improved performance and profitability of all aspects of the wind project. This position is available at various locations and provides a perfect opportunity for a professional looking for interesting work within a small team, the ability to expand their experience, work with all levels of the organization, and contribute to the company's success.

Essential Functions:

• Assist Plant Manager in preparation of annual budgets
• Assist Plant Manager in the scheduling of Plant activities.
• Responsible for day to day activities of the project.
• Adheres to, supports, and enforces all company policies
• Approves PO’s in Maximo
• Responsible for all aspect of safety on the site level
• Responsible for site reporting.
• Customer Relations when needed
• Oversee all Site Personnel and its contractors.
• Approves Timecards and work orders when applicable.
• Work with Inventory personnel to make sure plant is supplied properly with parts and consumables.
• Balance of Plant/Substation operation and maintenance.

• Able to follow a company / project budget.
• Able to participate and respond in an On-Call 24/7/365 rotating schedule.
• Willingness to travel, expectation is that this position may travel away from base location 10% - 20% of time.
• Assist with construction activities, quality control, documentation, work oversite and inspections.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Electrical / Mechanical Engineering, Business Administration or a technical field or related experience preferred.
• Successful completion of all training, education courses and/or skill level testing required by the Company for entry into this position
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• 5 years industry experience as wind turbine technician with a leadership background.
• High voltage switching and repair experience preferred
• Inventory control experience preferred
• Intermediate skills working with Windows office software’s in previous related experience, and/or as the Company may determine to be an appropriate skill level.
• Proficient in use of personal computers (i.e., Windows environment, word processing and spreadsheet applications).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and situational awareness.
• Strong analytical capabilities and information analysis abilities.
• Problem solving skills being able to identify problems and recommend solutions to remedy issues.
• Demonstrated use of initiative, common sense approach.
• Ability to work well under pressure and to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Leadership and management ability a must managing multiple teams of technicians and various contractors on the project.
• Intermediate math skills.

Physical Demands:

• Position will require sitting for long periods of time as well as occasionally lifting up to twenty pound boxes.
• Must be able to climb multiple towers up to 300’ on a daily basis in any weather condition following the company safety policy.

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.