Operations Manager - Solar

Interested in starting a career with purpose? It's easy to wake up every day and work hard for something that you believe in.

Here at Power Northwest we're firm believers in providing our customers with access to clean energy provided by the Sun. We're looking for like-minded individuals that are willing to work hard, dedicate themselves to the cause, and be proud of the work that we do.

The Operations Manager will oversee all operations for solar and storage installations for Oregon and SW Washington. The installation team, Sales, Project Management, and Project Administration will report to this position. The Operations Manager will report directly to the Executive Management team and the Owner of Power Northwest. In this role you will be directly responsible for safe operations of each site which includes site management, technical services, field execution, developing and maintaining a highly engaged workforce, budgeting, and customer relations. This position will also oversee sales management, project management, and administration. The ideal candidate would have prior experience in the solar industry as well as prior management experience.

Duties & responsibilities:

• Interface with community leaders, regulatory agencies, equipment manufacturers, and local Government and community representatives
• Balance time as necessary between office and field responsibilities.
• Conduct annual performance evaluations
• Research, investigate, and provide remedies for solar project errors
• Ensure inventory control, purchasing, receiving, and accurate short-term and long-term budget forecasting.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned
• Drive continuous improvement
• Oversee all day to day operations
• Oversees customer relations
• Environmental management
• Develop a world class culture
• Evaluate internal processes and provide recommendations for procedural efficiencies
• Manage the Sales and Operations Department to ensure a proper hand-off process from time of sales through operations to provide an amazing customer experience.
• Provide direction and leadership to the organization with a positive attitude and calm demeanor
• Provide mentoring and coaching to staff and assist in creating a culture of collaboration and learning
• Keep up to date with the latest solar technology, policies, and incentives
• Manage technical feedback to installation crews
• Oversee personnel development and continuous growth planning

Desired Qualifications

• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to influence clients and staff from diverse backgrounds
• 5+ years of experience in business management, engineering and/or the solar energy construction and operations fields
• Ability to create relationships with community leaders, regulatory agencies, equipment manufacturers, and local Government and community representatives
• Solid technical background in project management and construction
• Should be familiar with, or have experience in, PV design, including string sizing, wire sizing, inverter sizing, AC/DC ratio, and OCPD sizing
• Strong leadership and management skills
• Familiarity with NEC 2020, especially article 690 as well as ETO requirements
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university or college (Engineering, Construction Management, or Business Administration desired)
• Organizational and time management skills
• Positive attitude
• Presentation skills

Required Qualifications

• Solar Experience: 2+ years
• Bachelor's Degree
• Supervisor/Management Experience: 5+ years

Compensation

• Annual bonuses tied to business objectives and targets
• Base (DOE) plus Bonuses (Depending on Performance) total compensation $90,000 to $120,000

If this sounds like the right career for you, please send us with your resume and a description detailing your skillset and what you bring to the table.

Power Northwest is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Final candidates will be submitted for a background, reference check, and drug screen.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• 401(k)
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Flexible schedule
• Employee discount
• 401(k) matching

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

COVID-19 considerations:
Yes, we are taking COVID very seriously and expect all of our team members to do the same. Especially when interacting with customers.

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Solar: 2 years (Required)
• Management: 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location