Operations Specialist I/II

The role

The Operations Specialist I/II supports real-time Reporting, Performance, and Monitoring Center activities for wind, solar, and battery storage assets. This role involves monitoring asset performance, managing power plant operations, and coordinating with field and external teams.

What you will do

• Monitor and evaluate real-time activities and performance of utility operating assets
• Identify abnormal operating and alarm conditions and react accordingly
• Manage power plant operations based on location, generation type, and regulations
• Answer phones and emails during shift
• Coordinate and implement remedial actions to maximize equipment availability and production
• Interpret and execute activities associated with asset contracts
• Operate multiple power plants according to regulatory requirements
• Coordinate with Field Operations teams for plant status and downtime reporting
• Coordinate with external entities for status notifications or Operating Instructions
• Support project commissioning by coordinating test energy scheduling and operations

Required qualifications

• Minimum of two years experience in operations
• Technical knowledge of plant and system processes
• Experience in operating electrical and SCADA systems
• Ability to work in a high-stress environment
• Ability to work rotating shifts of 12.5 hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Available for 24-hour on-call duty
• GED or High School Diploma
• Must possess a current NERC Reliability Coordinator (RC) certification, or have the ability to obtain certification within six months of start date

Nice to have

• Three to four years experience preferred
• Experience in a Solar, Wind, or BESS Field Technician role may be considered toward requirement
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Formal operations apprenticeship training or equivalent preferred
• Knowledge of functional systems interactions
• Attention to critical elements in a complex and regulated environment

Benefits

• Generous PTO
• Medical, dental and vision care
• HSAs with company contributions
• Health FSAs
• Dependent daycare FSAs
• Commuter benefits
• Relocation
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Variety of life and accident insurances
• Fertility programs
• Adoption assistance
• Generous parental leave

Before you apply

• No visa sponsorship or any kind of sponsorship for employment authorization is available

About the company

Clearway Energy Group is leading the transition to a world powered by clean energy. Its portfolio comprises approximately 11.6 GW of gross generating capacity in 26 states.