Senior Associate Wind Technician / Assistant Facility Manager - Nimbus

Responsibilities

• Deliver optimal performance of the on-site assets while ensuring compliance and safety.
• Execute, and suggest improvements to operational and safety programs, procedures, and policies to achieve or improve key performance metrics, including safety, profitability, and efficiency.
• Aid in the development, oversight, and execution of facility schedules including maintenance and upkeep on generating equipment and substation equipment.
• Assist the Facility Manager in establishing facility operating budget and budget forecasts.
• Ensure compliance with all aspects of relevant federal, state, and local regulations, including environmental, NERC/FERC, and local laws and requirements.
• Serve as the backup relationship manager with project stakeholders, including landowners, local governments, utilities, contractors, and regulators when the Facility Manager is not available or off site.
• Support the Facility Manager in performing maintenance on non-generating site infrastructure equipment including site roads, vehicles, and tooling.
• Oversee contractor performance, submit warranty claims and work scope deviation claims as necessary.
• Ensure the safety of all on-site personnel.
• Engage with the Scout team. Whenever tasked by the Facility Manager, proactively update the Asset Management team on key issues.
• Share proven practices with peers at other facilities.
• Contribute to special projects upon request.

Requirements

• Certification in a relevant field or comparable work experience.
• Minimum of three years of experience in operations and maintenance of a wind energy facility, preferably GE 2.X or larger wind turbines.
• Minimum of three years of experience supervising direct reports or contractors.
• Good quantitative analytical skills and demonstrated proficiency in Excel.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Comfortable working at heights and the ability to perform essential physical functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation; this includes climbing 300' wind turbines, lifting 50 lbs. above your head, and meeting the weight requirement of onsite equipment (310 lbs. or less).
• Occasional travel is required.
• Preferred: Good general knowledge of substation and medium voltage equipment.
• Preferred: Experience and/or certifications with GE Cypress Series Wind Turbines.

Desired Personal Characteristics

• Confidence, sound character, and strong principles.
• Low ego and collaborative working style.
• Ability to inspire confidence and create trust.

Timeline and Location

Scout aims to fill this role as soon as possible, with a proposed start date at the beginning of June 2026. Our ideal candidate lives within Carroll County, Arkansas, or is willing to relocate within 1 hour driving distance of the facility; onsite presence is required.

Benefits

Target base salary: $80,000-105,000 depending on experience. Attractive bonus potential. Scout offers a full range of benefits, including medical/dental/vision insurance with attractive premiums, 401(k) match, STD, LTD, an Employee Assistance Program, and a range of optional supplemental insurance coverage.