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Operations and Maintenance Manager
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NineDot Energy FLSA Classification:
Exempt Salary Range:
$130,000-150,000 + bonus and incentive stock options Reports to:
VP, BESS Operations Location:
New York City (Field) About The Company NineDot's name derives from the classic mathematical puzzle for sparking out-of-the-box solutions. As a leading community-scale, clean energy developer with a growing portfolio of projects across a range of technologies, NineDot Energy is creating innovative energy solutions that support a more resilient electric grid, deliver economic savings, address environmental justice and reduce carbon emissions. Job Summary The Operations and Maintenance Manager will play a critical role in ensuring the efficient and reliable operation of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). This individual is responsible for overseeing various aspects of BESS operations and maintenance, maintaining communication with stakeholders, and optimizing system performance. Responsibilities Oversee day-to-day operations of the BESS, ensuring optimal performance and adherence to safety protocols. Monitor and control BESS operation through comprehensive understanding of control systems, technical specifications, and requirements provided by the BESS vendor. Perform and lead the technical field team to troubleshoot and resolve any operational issues promptly. Develop and implement preventive and corrective maintenance plans to ensure the long-term reliability of the BESS. Ensure the timely maintenance and repair of plant components as well as resolve problems that may arise. Perform preventive/predictive maintenance to ensure long term profitability, plant reliability and risk minimization. Familiarize themselves with the contracts between the company and customers (e.g., Con Edison), ensuring that operational requirements are met as stipulated in the agreements. Help build and manage a Network Operations Center (NOC) that serves as the central hub for monitoring and controlling BESS operations in real-time. Gather operational data from various sources, including control systems, sensors, and monitoring equipment. Analyze performance metrics, trends, and anomalies to identify optimization opportunities and areas for improvement. Coordinate and resolve operational abnormalities. Prepare regular reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders, highlighting system performance and key operational insights. Core Competencies Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. Drives Results - Constantly achieving results, even under tough circumstances. Interpersonal Savvy - Relating openly and comfortably with diverse groups of people. Manages Ambiguity - Operating effectively, even when things are not certain or the way forward is not clear. Required education and experience 10+ years of proven operations and/or maintenance of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, or pneumatic systems, including 2+ years managing renewable energy plants (battery energy storage preferred) In-depth understanding of battery technologies, energy storage systems, power electronics, and grid integration is crucial. Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills to build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders including EPCs and subvendors NineDot Employee benefits Medical, dental and vision coverage 5% employer match on your 401k retirement account 20 paid vacation days off, plus 7 sick days, 9 federal holidays and 3 personal floating holidays NineDot Energy is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to building a team that reflects a broad range of experiences, backgrounds, and skills.
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Operations and Maintenance Manager
role at
NineDot Energy FLSA Classification:
Exempt Salary Range:
$130,000-150,000 + bonus and incentive stock options Reports to:
VP, BESS Operations Location:
New York City (Field) About The Company NineDot's name derives from the classic mathematical puzzle for sparking out-of-the-box solutions. As a leading community-scale, clean energy developer with a growing portfolio of projects across a range of technologies, NineDot Energy is creating innovative energy solutions that support a more resilient electric grid, deliver economic savings, address environmental justice and reduce carbon emissions. Job Summary The Operations and Maintenance Manager will play a critical role in ensuring the efficient and reliable operation of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). This individual is responsible for overseeing various aspects of BESS operations and maintenance, maintaining communication with stakeholders, and optimizing system performance. Responsibilities Oversee day-to-day operations of the BESS, ensuring optimal performance and adherence to safety protocols. Monitor and control BESS operation through comprehensive understanding of control systems, technical specifications, and requirements provided by the BESS vendor. Perform and lead the technical field team to troubleshoot and resolve any operational issues promptly. Develop and implement preventive and corrective maintenance plans to ensure the long-term reliability of the BESS. Ensure the timely maintenance and repair of plant components as well as resolve problems that may arise. Perform preventive/predictive maintenance to ensure long term profitability, plant reliability and risk minimization. Familiarize themselves with the contracts between the company and customers (e.g., Con Edison), ensuring that operational requirements are met as stipulated in the agreements. Help build and manage a Network Operations Center (NOC) that serves as the central hub for monitoring and controlling BESS operations in real-time. Gather operational data from various sources, including control systems, sensors, and monitoring equipment. Analyze performance metrics, trends, and anomalies to identify optimization opportunities and areas for improvement. Coordinate and resolve operational abnormalities. Prepare regular reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders, highlighting system performance and key operational insights. Core Competencies Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. Drives Results - Constantly achieving results, even under tough circumstances. Interpersonal Savvy - Relating openly and comfortably with diverse groups of people. Manages Ambiguity - Operating effectively, even when things are not certain or the way forward is not clear. Required education and experience 10+ years of proven operations and/or maintenance of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, or pneumatic systems, including 2+ years managing renewable energy plants (battery energy storage preferred) In-depth understanding of battery technologies, energy storage systems, power electronics, and grid integration is crucial. Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills to build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders including EPCs and subvendors NineDot Employee benefits Medical, dental and vision coverage 5% employer match on your 401k retirement account 20 paid vacation days off, plus 7 sick days, 9 federal holidays and 3 personal floating holidays NineDot Energy is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to building a team that reflects a broad range of experiences, backgrounds, and skills.
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