Operations and Maintenance Manager

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Salary Range: $130,000-150,000 + bonus and incentive stock options

Reports to: VP, BESS Operations

Location: New York City (Field)

About The Company

NineDot's name derives from the classic mathematical puzzle for sparking out-of-the-box solutions. As a leading community-scale, clean energy developer with a growing portfolio of projects across a range of technologies, NineDot Energy is creating innovative energy solutions that support a more resilient electric grid, deliver economic savings, address environmental justice and reduce carbon emissions. We plan to develop, build and operate more than 400 MW of clean energy systems by 2026 that will strengthen the local power grid infrastructure and provide clean, reliable and resilient power to tens of thousands of New York households and businesses. This is all in support of New York State’s mission to achieve 100% clean energy by 2040.
With the backing of Manulife Investment Management and The Carlyle Group - two of the world’s leading infrastructure investors - NineDot is continuing to expand its core battery energy storage pipeline, deliver enhanced products and services, explore new regions and consider potential acquisitions all to advance the decarbonization of New York’s grid. This is an exciting opportunity to build a platform from the ground-up with a world-class team of developers and innovators. NineDot is committed to building a company that exemplifies diversity, equity and inclusion values in its team culture, as well as business practices and community engagement.

Job Summary

The Operations and Maintenance Manager at NineDot Energy will play a critical role in ensuring the efficient and reliable operation of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). This individual is responsible for overseeing various aspects of BESS operations and maintenance, maintaining communication with stakeholders, and optimizing system performance. The individual in this position must possess a deep understanding of the balance of plant equipment, control systems, technical specifications, vendor requirements, and industry standards to successfully manage BESS operations and contribute to the company's overall success.

This is a field-based role that requires regular travel to NineDot Energy’s operating sites across New York City. The Operations and Maintenance Manager must be prepared to work nights, weekends, and off-hours as needed to ensure uninterrupted system performance and address time-sensitive issues. A valid driver’s license in good standing is required, as is the ability to respond quickly and effectively to operational challenges across multiple locations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the BESS, ensuring optimal performance and adherence to safety protocols.
• Monitor and control BESS operation through comprehensive understanding of control systems, technical specifications, and requirements provided by the BESS vendor.
• Perform and lead the technical field team to troubleshoot and resolve any operational issues promptly.
• Develop and implement preventive and corrective maintenance plans to ensure the long-term reliability of the BESS.
• Ensure the timely maintenance and repair of plant components as well as resolve problems that may arise.
• Perform preventive/predictive maintenance to ensure long term profitability, plant reliability and risk minimization.
• Familiarize themselves with the contracts between the company and customers (e.g., Con Edison), ensuring that operational requirements are met as stipulated in the agreements.
• Help build and manage a Network Operations Center (NOC) that serves as the central hub for monitoring and controlling BESS operations in real-time.
• Help develop and follow NOC protocols, procedures, and staffing plans to ensure continuous monitoring and response capabilities.
• Gather operational data from various sources, including control systems, sensors, and monitoring equipment.
• Analyze performance metrics, trends, and anomalies to identify optimization opportunities and areas for improvement.
• Coordinate and resolve operational abnormalities.
• Prepare regular reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders, highlighting system performance and key operational insights.
• Foster strong relationships with BESS vendors, control system providers, and other relevant partners to ensure seamless communication and collaboration.
• Coordinate with vendors to implement software updates, enhancements, and improvements to optimize BESS performance.
• Stay up-to-date with industry regulations and standards related to energy storage and ensure BESS operations comply