Plant Manager - Wind

ScottishPower

Wasco, OR, US
Base: $120,000 - $132,500 doe; bonus/equity: not s...
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Utility scale wind power plant operations
Climb 80-meter steel towers daily
Weight limit under 285 lbs for climbing
** The Plant Manager for ScottishPower in Wasco, OR, is responsible for overseeing the daily operations and maintenance of a utility-scale wind power plant. Candidates should have a background in power plant operations, strong leadership skills, and experience in safety management, while the position offers a competitive salary and a focus on continuous improvement. **

Job Summary

  • The role involves managing the day-to-day operations and maintenance of a utility-scale wind power plant while ensuring strict adherence to environmental, health, and safety programs.
  • Candidates must possess the physical ability to climb 80-meter steel towers daily and weigh no more than 285 lbs excluding gear.
  • Responsibilities include preparing annual budgets, reviewing root cause analyses of major failures, and administering third-party contracts and warranties.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** The Plant Manager for ScottishPower in Wasco, OR, is responsible for overseeing the daily operations and maintenance of a utility-scale wind power plant. Candidates should have a background in power plant operations, strong leadership skills, and experience in safety management, while the position offers a competitive salary and a focus on continuous improvement. **

Salary

Base: $120,000 - $132,500 DOE; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Utility scale wind power plant operations
  • Climb 80-meter steel towers daily
  • Weight limit under 285 lbs for climbing
  • Manage operations and maintenance crews
  • Develop and comply with operating budgets
  • Administer third-party contracts and warranties
  • Knowledge of heavy equipment crane rigging

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in high voltage maintenance switching
  • Establishing preventative maintenance programs
  • Working with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems
  • Navigating matrixed reporting structures
  • Proactive risk analysis and solution focus

Key Requirements

  • Four-year college degree or technical school certificate
  • Valid driver's license required
  • Demonstrated experience in power plant operations and maintenance
  • Ability to work in adverse weather conditions
  • Advanced computer skills for facility control systems

Work Rights

Not specified

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