Irrigation Operations Manager at Solar Landscape

St Paul, Minnesota, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Landscaping, IrrigationIndustries

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of managerial experience
Minimum of 3 years of irrigation experience, including service, troubleshooting, installation, and system diagnostics
Minimum 3 years of experience in Landscape industry preferred
Strong effective communication and time management skills
Valid driver’s license and insurable driving record
Preferred: computer proficiency, creative problem-solving, personnel management, organizational ability, and strong customer service experience
Bilingual (Spanish) a plus
Four-year College or University program degree or certificate; or four (or more) years related experience and/or training
Ability to lift/carry materials up to 50lbs regularly; physical demands including walking, standing, kneeling, bending, and lifting up to 100% of workday
Ability to work in external environment with all weather, terrain, pollen, chemicals, cold, and heat exposure
Flexible schedule: 55-60 hours/week (March-December, including Saturdays/Holidays); 24-32 hours/week minimum (January-March, including overnights, holidays, weekends)

Responsibilities

Collaborate with Business Manager, sales team, service techs, install crews, and clients to ensure excellent communication, high-quality standards, and consistent performance
Ensure daily administrative tasks (e.g., review expense receipts, time approval, time off review) are completed promptly and accurately
Schedule, manage, motivate, and oversee internal crews and subcontractors
Conduct daily job site visits to ensure quality standards, resolve technical issues, and promote team collaboration
Lead, train, and mentor internal staff while managing subcontractors to meet safety, quality, and productivity standards
Monitor crew performance through observations, project deliverables, and metrics for performance evaluations
Train service technicians in core water management services (e.g., spring start-ups, site inspections, winterizations)
Work with sales team to assess estimates and change orders on contracts timely
Perform seasonal snow and ice removal tasks (plowing, shoveling, salt applications); supervise/manage areas/zones as directed; work flexible hours during snow events
Perform additional duties as assigned, subject to change

Skills

Irrigation Management

Crew Scheduling

Staff Training

Performance Evaluation

Job Site Visits

Water Management

Spring Start-ups

Winterization

Site Inspections

Snow Removal

Plowing

Shoveling

Salt Application

Subcontractor Management

Expense Review

Solar Landscape

Community solar projects for local energy access

About Solar Landscape

Solar Landscape provides community solar projects in New Jersey, allowing residents to access solar energy without needing to install panels on their own properties. The company partners with commercial real estate owners, municipalities, and non-profits to install large-scale solar systems, generating renewable energy that is distributed to the community. This model makes solar power accessible to renters and low-to-moderate income households, while also reducing energy costs and carbon emissions. Solar Landscape aims to transform the energy landscape by making solar power affordable for all and supporting environmental sustainability.

Wall Township, New JerseyHeadquarters

2012Year Founded

$826.8KTotal Funding

PROJECT_REAL_ESTATE_INFRASTRUCTURE_FINANCECompany Stage

EnergyIndustries

51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Flexible Work Hours

Paid Vacation

Risks

Grid interconnection delays could impact timely project completion and energy distribution.

Labor shortages may hinder expansion plans and hiring goals for 2024.

Potential policy changes could affect reliance on incentives and tax credits.

Differentiation

Solar Landscape focuses on community solar projects, making solar accessible to diverse communities.

The company partners with commercial real estate owners to utilize large rooftop spaces.

Solar Landscape's model allows solar benefits without individual rooftop installations, aiding renters.

Upsides

Secured $847 million in 2024, enabling over 200 commercial rooftop installations.

Partnerships with investors like KeyState Renewables enhance financial stability and growth.

Expansion into states like Maryland and Illinois opens new market opportunities.

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