Job Description

The Field Specialist position will be based at one of our renewable energy sites located outside of Columbus, Montana in Stillwater County. The Field Specialist works directly under the Plant Manager and works closely with the Program Manager.

This position provides support to the Program Manager in overseeing and managing the renewable energy's daily operations. Responsibilities include active fieldwork, work planning, scheduling, procedures & practices to ensure the reliable operation and maintenance of all site assets-including solar modules, tilt tubes, inverters, wind turbines, roads, padmount transformers, fencing, transmission and underground collector system, communication systems, radio tower, meteorological system, SCADA system and substation. Provide assistance to the Generation Group with development and execution of strategies to promote compliance with established or anticipated regulatory requirements and/or industry best practices for operations, training and procedural documentation initiatives. Interfaces with appropriate internal departments, contractors and regulatory agencies to facilitate operations and maintenance compliance strategies and practices. Please note this role includes climbing wind turbines > 300 feet in severe hot and cold weather conditions.

Upholds the safety compliance standards inherent in PSE, OSHA, and Montana State Labor & Industry requirements and operating and/or field procedures related to work responsibilities. Leads, promotes and supports a culture of total safety.

Demonstrates commitment to conduct business honestly, ethically and consistent with our core values and Code of Conduct. Ensures duties are performed in accordance with all regulatory compliance obligations.

This job is considered "safety sensitive" and is subject to pre-employment drug screening that includes screening for the presence of marijuana and marijuana metabolites.

Job Responsibilities

• Under general direction of the Plant Manager, provides oversight, direction and support to team members, service providers, contractors and vendors.
• Coordinates and communicates daily with operations personnel.
• Facilitates communication between Plant Manager, service providers and internal customers, including technical support at the direction of the Plant Manager.
• Reviews and provides support and coordination on project-related documentation, technical memorandum, design plans, specifications, and other project related materials; and manages specific project related tasks as directed by the Plant Manager.
• Fields customer concerns and works with appropriate parties for resolution.
• Performs solar module inspections.
• Applies basic project management concepts and practices.
• Tracks project milestones and deliverables and reports on project and program progress as directed.
• Performs generation facility, equipment & system inspections.
• Performs wind turbine inspections. Climbs wind turbines > 300 feet in severe hot and cold weather conditions.
• Fields landowner concerns and works with appropriate parties for resolution.
• Facilitates and provides technical assistance to service providers and internal and external customers.
• Supports emergency response work, outage response as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's degree in engineering, business, science or related technical discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least two years of relevant work experience.
• Demonstrated strong written and verbal communications skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Basic knowledge of cost estimating and scheduling concepts.
• Proficient with basic computer programs: MS Word, Excel, Outlook or equivalent E-Mail.
• Knowledge of electro-mechanical equipment and systems, tooling, techniques and procedures involved in maintenance and repair of operating equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to make decisions independently, influence others and resolve issues.
• Customer-oriented, a positive, team-oriented attitude, flexibility, an understanding of the business issues driving the need for the project, and solid work ethics are expected.
• Must maintain a valid driver's license.
• Must get qualified and maintain working at heights qualification.

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, project management or related discipline.
• Experience managing projects and programs.
• Project management training.
• Understanding of underground and overhead electrical - communication equipment systems.
• Strong communication and presentation skills and techniques to bring about agreement between different points of view. Ability to write clear, concise and direct narrative and reports.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and conceptual skills for single or multiple technical areas.
• Understanding and experienced with electro-mechanical equipment and systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and conceptual skills for single and multiple technical areas.
• Advanced Project Management Training and Project Management or Construction Management Certification from an accredited institution (PMI or College). Ambition to expand knowledge and experience and seek increasing levels of responsibility.

Additional Information

The pay range for this position is $80,200.00 - $115,800.00, and this position is eligible for annual goals based incentive bonuses.

PSE offers a suite of benefits to our employees. Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life, and short- and long-term disability insurance. There are additional voluntary options of supplemental life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent daycare, and an Employee assistance program (EAP). For long term savings, PSE offers a 401(k) investment option and a cash balance retirement plan. Employees will also receive Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays throughout the calendar year. Detailed benefit overviews can be found on our Career page - Why Work For Us (pse.com).