Operations Lead jobs in Wichita Falls, TX

The Operations Support Supervisor is responsible for the Operations Support Technician Organization that services ACCIONA projects throughout the North America region. This position will plan the travel needs of the Operations Support team in accordance with the strategic planning and needs of the operating sites. The role will lead and support the staff in scheduling, training, development, and other areas as necessary to maintain the highest standards of safety and quality of work on a continuous basis.

Job Description

• Management and leadership of the Operations Support Technician organization.
• Lead the implementation of processes and procedures to safely and effectively maintain Acciona renewable generating facilities for “Best in Class Performance”.
• Maintain knowledge of the traveling team, including, but not limited to quality, safety, environmental, training, and personnel concerns.
• Support sites by planning of the travel needs and distribution of the Operations Support team to ensure a successful transformation of strategic plans into tactical actions that will accomplish goals.
• Approving time sheets and leave requests as well as scheduling R&R for mobile teams.
• Ensure execution of all repairs at all renewable generating locations in accordance with established procedures.
• Conduct inspections and audits of site facilities, including wind turbines and processes.
• Responsible for leading and partaking in injury and equipment failure incident investigations, which includes Root Cause Analysis.
• Oversee the annual budgeting process, which includes budget variance and forecasting reviews, understanding the cause of budget deviations and options to adjust budgets as needed.
• Ensure the Operations Support team completes all required training and miscellaneous activities.
• Lead the staff development and succession planning efforts for the Operations Support team, which includes recruiting, employee retention, and training/development.
• Perform assembly, commissioning, testing, retrofitting, repair, and maintenance on wind turbine generators and related equipment at wind farm
• Conduct and review safety analyses of potential electrical and mechanical hazards in the wind turbines, switch room, and the O&M building
• Complete required and accurate documentation associated with corrective and preventive maintenance of wind turbines and associated equipment; maintain records of documentation
• Utilize appropriate safety gear, protective equipment, and control or dissipation of energy sources to ensure work is performed in safe manner
• Develop tooling list for all major correctives and properly maintain tools and equipment used to perform assigned maintenance assignments
• Other responsibilities as assigned

Required Skills and Competencies

• Minimum of 10-15 years Lead Wind Turbine Technician experience or other related experience in a Supervisor/Leadership role
• Prior Travel Technician Experience preferred
• Requires a high school education or equivalent, college degree a plus
• Ability to travel to domestic and international locations for work and/or training for extended periods of time
• Travel: 50% - 75% depending on home base location
• Must live within 60 miles of an Acciona Facility
• Chicago, IL
• Lena, IL
• Ashley, ND
• Elk City, OK
• Cheyenne, OK
• Bayview, TX
• Rio Hondo, TX
• Able to work independently in a fast-paced team environment
• Ability to move and manipulate up to 50 pounds
• Ability to climb vertical ladders and work at heights of 120M
• Ability to work in both indoor and outdoor environments, and in adverse and extreme weather conditions, in dust, pollen, weeds, grasses, and in confined spaces
• Ability to be certified and work with both medium and high-voltage equipment
• Maintain required training certifications
• Have a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record
• Ability to work in the United States

Working conditions

Our technicians are provided with the necessary tools and personal protective equipment (PPE) to perform their duties safely and efficiently, along with a uniform allowance. Technicians also receive GWO training and certifications to ensure compliance with industry standards. Additionally, all our turbines are equipped with lifts to assist with elevated tasks.

Benefits – we’ve got you covered!

In addition to competitive base pay, we offer a variety of attractive employment incentives:

• Eligible candidates may qualify for a $2,500 sign-on bonus if they hold current, verifiable Global Wind Organization (GWO) certifications, completed within the last 12 months, including Basic Safety Training (BST) and Advanced Rescue Training (ART) modules. Required BST modules are Working at Heights, First Aid, Manual Handling, and Fire Awareness, and ART modules must cover Hub, Spinner, and Inside Blade Rescue, and Nacelle, Tower, and Basement Rescue. Certifications must have at least 12 months of validity remaining.
• Base pay $36.00-$47.00 p/hr (based on experience, education, and skillset)
• 10% Annual Performance Bonus
• 5% Availability Incentive bonus
• Eligibility for compensation uplift when performing specialized work or travel
• Full coverage of travel expenses
• Project Assignment/Travel Pay Uplift
• Comprehensive Benefits starting on Day 1, including medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your eligible dependents, plus an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), HSA company contributions, and FSA options. After 90 days, you'll also have access to life insurance, disability coverage, paid parental leave, and optional plans
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting after 90 days
• 15 days of PTO (with 1 additional day per year of service), 9 public holidays, and 2 flexible holidays
• $50 monthly reimbursement for health, wellness, or fitness-related memberships and equipment
• Participation in the Technician Progression Program, which provides the necessary technical and industry certification training to support your career growth and compensation progression as a technician

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $36.00 - $47.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Ability to Commute:

• Seymour, TX 76380 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Seymour, TX 76380: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person