Occupation information for Wind Energy Operations Managers District Of Columbia

description

Manage wind field operations, including personnel, maintenance activities, financial activities, and planning.

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details

Currently Employed: 28,070

Projected Annual Job Openings: 2,010

Typical Hourly Wage: $64.73 - $84.75

Typical Annual Salary: $134,640 - $176,280

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typical training

Typical education needed for entry: Bachelor's degree

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: Less than 5 years work experience

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: No on-the-job training

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typical job duties
  • Supervise employees or subcontractors to ensure quality of work or adherence to safety regulations or policies.
  • Train or coordinate the training of employees in operations, safety, environmental issues, or technical issues.
  • Track and maintain records for wind operations, such as site performance, downtime events, parts usage, or substation events.
  • Oversee the maintenance of wind field equipment or structures, such as towers, transformers, electrical collector systems, roadways, or other site assets.
  • Prepare wind field operational budgets.
  • Develop relationships and communicate with customers, site managers, developers, land owners, authorities, utility representatives, or residents.
  • Maintain operations records, such as work orders, site inspection forms, or other documentation.
  • Recruit or select wind operations employees, contractors, or subcontractors.
  • Provide technical support to wind field customers, employees, or subcontractors.
  • Estimate costs associated with operations, including repairs or preventive maintenance.
tools & technology
Tools:
  • Acoustic ear muffs or defenders
  • Adjustable widemouth pliers
  • Adjustable wrenches
  • Ammeters
  • Screwdrivers

Technology:
  • Analytical or scientific software
  • Electronic mail software
  • Facilities management software
  • Industrial control software
  • Project management software