sPower
sPower is an established and rapidly growing renewable energy company headquartered in Salt Lake City, with additional offices in San Francisco, Long Beach, and New York. sPower seeks an PV Solar Maintenance Scheduler/Planner with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in the Renewable Energy industry with a focus on Solar Photovoltaic systems. Duties will include supporting all operational plants within the work order management system, inventory management systems, and scheduling preventative maintenance.
Core Competencies: • Scheduling preventative maintenance for utility and distributed PV Solar plants• Dispatching technicians for corrective maintenance tasks• Managing spare parts utilizing inventory management systems• Experience with utility-scale solar photovoltaic systems• Exceptional organizational, communication, decision making/problem solving, analytical and time management skills• Experience working with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)• Hands on knowledge of various SCADA and DAS systems• Team player with strong initiative, able to work autonomously to complete tasks• Knowledge and experience with medium and high-voltage electrical transmission systems and substations• Working knowledge of servicing inverters and PV systems• Teamwork – ability to work with a team of O&M professionals to solve problems quickly and efficiently• Ability to read, understand electrical, civil, and structural plans• Ability to read, understand maintenance contracts and scopes of work• Understanding of logistics and operations in a service environment• Proficiency on a PC computer with basic hardware, software, and networking abilities• Understanding of OSHA and other workplace safety requirements Principal Duties and Responsibilities: Specific duties will include: • Utilizing the Sprocket work order management system to schedule and track work• Interpreting maintenance scopes of work• Utilizing the inventory management system• Utilizing Concur system for purchase orders, invoicing, and procurement• Dispatch and schedule contractors and service providers and approve invoices• Procure spare parts through distributors or directly with manufacturers• Work with vendors for product technical support, warranties and logistics• Usage of Microsoft Office suite of support programs• Data room management for technical document uploads and project document organization in ShareFile• Travel to sites as required to support O&M Team• Review technical documents and studies• Operate a forklift and other warehouse activities Minimum Qualifications: • Associates Degree in Management AND• 3-5 years of experience with exposure to the following areas: • PV solar construction• PV solar Operations and Maintenance• Scheduling/planning• Project management• Control room monitoring Compensation: • Commensurate with experience; competitive. Travel: • Travel to project sites for servicing, training and inspections, and other sPower offices
sPower is an established and rapidly growing renewable energy company headquartered in Salt Lake City, with additional offices in San Francisco, Long Beach, and New York. sPower seeks an PV Solar Maintenance Scheduler/Planner with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in the Renewable Energy industry with a focus on Solar Photovoltaic systems. Duties will include supporting all operational plants within the work order management system, inventory management systems, and scheduling preventative maintenance.
Core Competencies: • Scheduling preventative maintenance for utility and distributed PV Solar plants• Dispatching technicians for corrective maintenance tasks• Managing spare parts utilizing inventory management systems• Experience with utility-scale solar photovoltaic systems• Exceptional organizational, communication, decision making/problem solving, analytical and time management skills• Experience working with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)• Hands on knowledge of various SCADA and DAS systems• Team player with strong initiative, able to work autonomously to complete tasks• Knowledge and experience with medium and high-voltage electrical transmission systems and substations• Working knowledge of servicing inverters and PV systems• Teamwork – ability to work with a team of O&M professionals to solve problems quickly and efficiently• Ability to read, understand electrical, civil, and structural plans• Ability to read, understand maintenance contracts and scopes of work• Understanding of logistics and operations in a service environment• Proficiency on a PC computer with basic hardware, software, and networking abilities• Understanding of OSHA and other workplace safety requirements Principal Duties and Responsibilities: Specific duties will include: • Utilizing the Sprocket work order management system to schedule and track work• Interpreting maintenance scopes of work• Utilizing the inventory management system• Utilizing Concur system for purchase orders, invoicing, and procurement• Dispatch and schedule contractors and service providers and approve invoices• Procure spare parts through distributors or directly with manufacturers• Work with vendors for product technical support, warranties and logistics• Usage of Microsoft Office suite of support programs• Data room management for technical document uploads and project document organization in ShareFile• Travel to sites as required to support O&M Team• Review technical documents and studies• Operate a forklift and other warehouse activities Minimum Qualifications: • Associates Degree in Management AND• 3-5 years of experience with exposure to the following areas: • PV solar construction• PV solar Operations and Maintenance• Scheduling/planning• Project management• Control room monitoring Compensation: • Commensurate with experience; competitive. Travel: • Travel to project sites for servicing, training and inspections, and other sPower offices
Martinez CA
Martinez, CA, USA
Definition
Under the direction of the Deputy Director of Administrative Services, the internship will provide experience in the growing area of City Sustainability Programs. The candidate will assist with coordination, outreach, and research relating to the City's Climate Action Plan and Sustainability Programs. Flexible hours up to 20/week. Maximum 1000 hours per fiscal year. This position is not eligible for City benefits.
Representative Duties
Assists with various areas of the City's Sustainability Programs, with primary emphasis on planning, development, and implementation of ongoing grant-funded recycling projects with local K-12 schools. Researches potential implementation of Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reductions Strategies from the City's Climate Action Plan (CAP), and provides recommendations; conducts public outreach to residents and businesses supporting sustainability initiatives by tabling, drafting articles, preparing flyers, writing press releases, and making site visits; assists with grant administration and planning, development, and implementation of ongoing grant-funded projects with local K-12 schools; researches potential funding opportunities related to the City's CAP goals; coordinates with regional groups such as New Leaf Collaborative, Contra Costa Climate Leaders (4CL), Sustainable Contra Costa, Rising Sun Energy Center, and the County Green Business Program, and attends meetings as necessary; assists with preparations for City public workshops on recycling and sustainability; attends regional AB939 Manager's Meeting and East Bay Energy Watch Strategic Advisory Committee meetings, keeping notes and providing summaries as needed; responds to inquiries received from the public by phone and email; assists with expansion and enhancement of sustainability/conservation related topics on City's website; other duties as assigned pertaining to sustainability and implementation of the City's Climate Action Plan.
Qualifications/Education/Experience
Minimum: Recent college graduation or current college student status with at least 2 years of college-accredited coursework; proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint (experience with web content management software and/or creating printed materials is preferred); possession of a valid CA driver's license; ability to successfully pass background check. Knowledge & Abilities: Knowledge of modern office procedures and equipment; knowledge of correct English usage, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and vocabulary; ability to perform arithmetic calculations; ability to follow written and oral instructions; ability to communicate with and serve the general public; ability to work effectively with follow employees; general understanding of environmental issues and sustainability.
Supplemental Information
A select number of the most experienced and best-qualified applicants will be invited to interview. First review of applications will be completed by Monday, December 23, 2019 at 5:00 p.m.
Nov 21, 2019
Internship- Paid
Definition
Under the direction of the Deputy Director of Administrative Services, the internship will provide experience in the growing area of City Sustainability Programs. The candidate will assist with coordination, outreach, and research relating to the City's Climate Action Plan and Sustainability Programs. Flexible hours up to 20/week. Maximum 1000 hours per fiscal year. This position is not eligible for City benefits.
Representative Duties
Assists with various areas of the City's Sustainability Programs, with primary emphasis on planning, development, and implementation of ongoing grant-funded recycling projects with local K-12 schools. Researches potential implementation of Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reductions Strategies from the City's Climate Action Plan (CAP), and provides recommendations; conducts public outreach to residents and businesses supporting sustainability initiatives by tabling, drafting articles, preparing flyers, writing press releases, and making site visits; assists with grant administration and planning, development, and implementation of ongoing grant-funded projects with local K-12 schools; researches potential funding opportunities related to the City's CAP goals; coordinates with regional groups such as New Leaf Collaborative, Contra Costa Climate Leaders (4CL), Sustainable Contra Costa, Rising Sun Energy Center, and the County Green Business Program, and attends meetings as necessary; assists with preparations for City public workshops on recycling and sustainability; attends regional AB939 Manager's Meeting and East Bay Energy Watch Strategic Advisory Committee meetings, keeping notes and providing summaries as needed; responds to inquiries received from the public by phone and email; assists with expansion and enhancement of sustainability/conservation related topics on City's website; other duties as assigned pertaining to sustainability and implementation of the City's Climate Action Plan.
Qualifications/Education/Experience
Minimum: Recent college graduation or current college student status with at least 2 years of college-accredited coursework; proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint (experience with web content management software and/or creating printed materials is preferred); possession of a valid CA driver's license; ability to successfully pass background check. Knowledge & Abilities: Knowledge of modern office procedures and equipment; knowledge of correct English usage, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and vocabulary; ability to perform arithmetic calculations; ability to follow written and oral instructions; ability to communicate with and serve the general public; ability to work effectively with follow employees; general understanding of environmental issues and sustainability.
Supplemental Information
A select number of the most experienced and best-qualified applicants will be invited to interview. First review of applications will be completed by Monday, December 23, 2019 at 5:00 p.m.
Covanta
Morristown, NJ, USA
Position Description
About Covanta Environmental Solutions: Covanta Environmental Solutions offers comprehensive industrial material management services to companies seeking solutions to some of today's most complex environmental challenges. With a nationwide network of treatment, recycling and energy-from-waste facilities, Covanta Environmental Solutions enables customers to mitigate risk and reach their sustainability goals. For more information, visit www.covanta.com/Our-Solutions .
About Covanta: Covanta is a world leader in providing sustainable waste and energy solutions. Annually, Covanta’s modern Energy-from-Waste facilities safely convert approximately 21 million tons of waste from municipalities and businesses into clean, renewable electricity to power one million homes and recycle approximately 600,000 tons of metal. Through a vast network of treatment and recycling facilities, Covanta also provides comprehensive industrial material management services to companies seeking solutions to some of today’s most complex environmental challenges. For more information, visit www.covanta.com .
Information on our facilities is available at www.covanta.com/Covanta-Map . For career opportunities, visit www.covanta.com/Careers . Covanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
EOE AA M/F/Protected Veteran Status/Disability EEO is the Law Poster (The poster can be found at http://www.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf) Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.
The Covanta Environmental Solutions (CES) Internship program allows talented individuals to join the Covanta team and gain knowledge and experience about the Energy from Waste (EfW) industry and the processing of Non-Hazardous Waste streams. These projects and assignments will be created specifically for the participating business units of this program. Coupled with the student’s classroom experience, this program will help round out the individuals in their area of studies. In this program, students will have the opportunity to:
Work side by side with Covanta professionals
Gain an understanding of the Energy from Waste industry
Receive valuable training
Understand the value of safety in a plant environment
The CES Intern will be working and learning different aspects of the business operations. These include marketing, research, analysis, planning, and support.
This intern will work for the VP of Customer Care to provide support on CES brand identity, market research, marketing collateral development, and CRM support and development projects. This is a paid internship. We are seeking a candidate who can work 40 hours per week over the summer.
Position Requirements
Pursuing Business, Marketing, Environmental or related degree or related undergrad major
Current Sophomore or Junior
Competent with computer software
Analytical and planning skills coupled with the ability to multi-task
Highly developed verbal and written communication skills
Detail-oriented and creative problem-solving approach
Strong team player; the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
MS Office skills, expertise with Excel and PowerPoint
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Nov 19, 2019
Internship- Paid
Position Description
About Covanta Environmental Solutions: Covanta Environmental Solutions offers comprehensive industrial material management services to companies seeking solutions to some of today's most complex environmental challenges. With a nationwide network of treatment, recycling and energy-from-waste facilities, Covanta Environmental Solutions enables customers to mitigate risk and reach their sustainability goals. For more information, visit www.covanta.com/Our-Solutions .
About Covanta: Covanta is a world leader in providing sustainable waste and energy solutions. Annually, Covanta’s modern Energy-from-Waste facilities safely convert approximately 21 million tons of waste from municipalities and businesses into clean, renewable electricity to power one million homes and recycle approximately 600,000 tons of metal. Through a vast network of treatment and recycling facilities, Covanta also provides comprehensive industrial material management services to companies seeking solutions to some of today’s most complex environmental challenges. For more information, visit www.covanta.com .
Information on our facilities is available at www.covanta.com/Covanta-Map . For career opportunities, visit www.covanta.com/Careers . Covanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
EOE AA M/F/Protected Veteran Status/Disability EEO is the Law Poster (The poster can be found at http://www.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf) Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.
The Covanta Environmental Solutions (CES) Internship program allows talented individuals to join the Covanta team and gain knowledge and experience about the Energy from Waste (EfW) industry and the processing of Non-Hazardous Waste streams. These projects and assignments will be created specifically for the participating business units of this program. Coupled with the student’s classroom experience, this program will help round out the individuals in their area of studies. In this program, students will have the opportunity to:
Work side by side with Covanta professionals
Gain an understanding of the Energy from Waste industry
Receive valuable training
Understand the value of safety in a plant environment
The CES Intern will be working and learning different aspects of the business operations. These include marketing, research, analysis, planning, and support.
This intern will work for the VP of Customer Care to provide support on CES brand identity, market research, marketing collateral development, and CRM support and development projects. This is a paid internship. We are seeking a candidate who can work 40 hours per week over the summer.
Position Requirements
Pursuing Business, Marketing, Environmental or related degree or related undergrad major
Current Sophomore or Junior
Competent with computer software
Analytical and planning skills coupled with the ability to multi-task
Highly developed verbal and written communication skills
Detail-oriented and creative problem-solving approach
Strong team player; the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
MS Office skills, expertise with Excel and PowerPoint
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School for Environment and Sustainability
Description
The School for Environment and Sustainability (SEAS) at the University of Michigan is seeking applicants for a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor in Sustainable Systems. We seek a scholar with demonstrated excellence in research and teaching in the sustainable systems field. Areas of interest include but are not limited to circular economy, corporate social responsibility, energy and climate economics, food/water/energy nexus, green buildings, resilient and sustainable infrastructure, risk assessment, sustainable mobility, sustainable supply chains, system dynamics and complex systems.
SEAS’ mission is to contribute to the protection of the Earth’s resources and the achievement of a sustainable and just society. The school contributes new scientific knowledge, visionary leadership, and trained professionals toward that end. The faculty of the school are diverse, with natural scientists, social scientists, engineers, and designers working collaboratively in an integrative setting. A professional school set within a major research university, SEAS provides a model of interdisciplinary and applied research and a focal point of research, teaching and societal engagement on sustainability. Recently renamed with an expanded mission, the school hired six new faculty during 2018. The school focuses on key cross-cutting sustainability themes, including climate and energy; water; food systems; conservation and restoration; and cities, mobility, and built environment. There are many opportunities for research collaborations through other university institutes such as the Center for Sustainable Systems, Erb Institute for Global Sustainable Enterprise, Michigan Energy Institute, MCity, and the Graham Sustainability Institute.
The school offers a Ph.D. as well as both research and professional M.S. degrees in these specializations: conservation ecology; environmental informatics; sustainable systems; environmental policy and planning; behavior, education and communication; environmental justice; ecological design (M.L.A.). The school also offers the cross-campus undergraduate Program in the Environment. The student body includes over 350 M.S./M.L.A. and 50 doctoral students. SEAS also participates in dual degree programs with the Schools of Architecture and Urban Planning, Business, Engineering, Law, Public Health, and Public Policy. Additional information about the school can be found at www.seas.umich.edu .
Qualifications
Candidates must have a Ph.D. in quantitative methods and analytical approaches to address sustainability challenges, such as engineering, physical sciences, environmental sciences, economics or other fields. Candidates must have a strong record of scholarly publication, evidence of teaching potential in a multidisciplinary setting, and a demonstrated potential for and/or trajectory towards national and international recognition. Importantly, we are seeking candidates who have an interest in using their research to help solve real-world sustainability challenges. Therefore, candidates should have some evidence of engaging stakeholders in their work, and evidence of collaboration across disciplinary boundaries to develop solutions to sustainability challenges in areas such as climate, energy, water, food, built environment, and mobility.
The successful candidate will be expected to:
Develop a widely recognized research program that attracts external funding and contributes to the interdisciplinary mission of the school;
Support SEAS' teaching mission at both graduate and undergraduate levels, including mentoring and supervising doctoral and master’s students;
Contribute to the stewardship of SEAS, the University, relevant professions and society through service, collaboration and engagement.
Application Instructions
The position will be filled at the assistant or associate professor (tenure-track) level.
To apply, please click the " Apply Now " button on the right.
Applications should include (1) a cover letter; (2) CV; (3) a personal statement describing your vision and plans for research, teaching and societal engagement (5-page maximum); (4) a one-page statement on how the candidate contributes to diversity efforts, and (5) a list of three names of academic references with contact information.
For assistance or further information, you may contact SEAS.faculty.search.staff@umich.edu
Review of applications will begin on January 3, 2020 and continue until the position is filled. SEAS hopes to appoint a faculty member to this position to begin September 1, 2020.
At SEAS we are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and equitable environment that respects diverse experiences, promotes generous listening and communications, and discourages and restoratively responds to acts of discrimination, harassment, or injustice. Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion is deeply rooted in our values for a sustainable and just society.
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Nov 01, 2019
Professor-Instructor-Post Grad
Description
The School for Environment and Sustainability (SEAS) at the University of Michigan is seeking applicants for a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor in Sustainable Systems. We seek a scholar with demonstrated excellence in research and teaching in the sustainable systems field. Areas of interest include but are not limited to circular economy, corporate social responsibility, energy and climate economics, food/water/energy nexus, green buildings, resilient and sustainable infrastructure, risk assessment, sustainable mobility, sustainable supply chains, system dynamics and complex systems.
SEAS’ mission is to contribute to the protection of the Earth’s resources and the achievement of a sustainable and just society. The school contributes new scientific knowledge, visionary leadership, and trained professionals toward that end. The faculty of the school are diverse, with natural scientists, social scientists, engineers, and designers working collaboratively in an integrative setting. A professional school set within a major research university, SEAS provides a model of interdisciplinary and applied research and a focal point of research, teaching and societal engagement on sustainability. Recently renamed with an expanded mission, the school hired six new faculty during 2018. The school focuses on key cross-cutting sustainability themes, including climate and energy; water; food systems; conservation and restoration; and cities, mobility, and built environment. There are many opportunities for research collaborations through other university institutes such as the Center for Sustainable Systems, Erb Institute for Global Sustainable Enterprise, Michigan Energy Institute, MCity, and the Graham Sustainability Institute.
The school offers a Ph.D. as well as both research and professional M.S. degrees in these specializations: conservation ecology; environmental informatics; sustainable systems; environmental policy and planning; behavior, education and communication; environmental justice; ecological design (M.L.A.). The school also offers the cross-campus undergraduate Program in the Environment. The student body includes over 350 M.S./M.L.A. and 50 doctoral students. SEAS also participates in dual degree programs with the Schools of Architecture and Urban Planning, Business, Engineering, Law, Public Health, and Public Policy. Additional information about the school can be found at www.seas.umich.edu .
Qualifications
Candidates must have a Ph.D. in quantitative methods and analytical approaches to address sustainability challenges, such as engineering, physical sciences, environmental sciences, economics or other fields. Candidates must have a strong record of scholarly publication, evidence of teaching potential in a multidisciplinary setting, and a demonstrated potential for and/or trajectory towards national and international recognition. Importantly, we are seeking candidates who have an interest in using their research to help solve real-world sustainability challenges. Therefore, candidates should have some evidence of engaging stakeholders in their work, and evidence of collaboration across disciplinary boundaries to develop solutions to sustainability challenges in areas such as climate, energy, water, food, built environment, and mobility.
The successful candidate will be expected to:
Develop a widely recognized research program that attracts external funding and contributes to the interdisciplinary mission of the school;
Support SEAS' teaching mission at both graduate and undergraduate levels, including mentoring and supervising doctoral and master’s students;
Contribute to the stewardship of SEAS, the University, relevant professions and society through service, collaboration and engagement.
Application Instructions
The position will be filled at the assistant or associate professor (tenure-track) level.
To apply, please click the " Apply Now " button on the right.
Applications should include (1) a cover letter; (2) CV; (3) a personal statement describing your vision and plans for research, teaching and societal engagement (5-page maximum); (4) a one-page statement on how the candidate contributes to diversity efforts, and (5) a list of three names of academic references with contact information.
For assistance or further information, you may contact SEAS.faculty.search.staff@umich.edu
Review of applications will begin on January 3, 2020 and continue until the position is filled. SEAS hopes to appoint a faculty member to this position to begin September 1, 2020.
At SEAS we are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and equitable environment that respects diverse experiences, promotes generous listening and communications, and discourages and restoratively responds to acts of discrimination, harassment, or injustice. Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion is deeply rooted in our values for a sustainable and just society.
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