Fleet Maintenance Program Manager, Renewable Operations, Chicago

Invenergy is North America’s largest privately held developer, owner, and operator of power infrastructure. With 25 years of trusted execution, we deliver reliable, affordable energy through a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, solar, land-based wind, energy storage, transmission, and domestic manufacturing. Headquartered in Chicago, we develop, own, and operate large scale projects that power communities and support the energy future.

This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3-day posting window.

Job Description

Position overview:

The Maintenance Program Manager is responsible for the development, execution, and continuous improvement of fleet‑wide maintenance programs across the renewable operating portfolio (wind, solar, and battery energy storage). This role partners closely with Site Operations, Operations Support Systems, Engineering, Environmental Health&Safety (EHS), Procurement, and other internal stakeholders to ensure maintenance activities are performed safely, consistently, cost‑effectively, and in alignment with regulatory, contractual, and reliability objectives. The position provides programmatic oversight rather than day‑to‑day site supervision, focusing on standardization, performance, and long‑term asset health across the fleet.

Responsibilities:

Maintenance Program Leadership

Develop, implement, and maintain standardized fleet‑wide maintenance programs for planned and unplanned work across renewable technologies.

Champion consistent use of approved maintenance strategies, compliance programs, and CMMS platforms across all operating sites.

Evaluate existing programs and integrate enhanced or new maintenance initiatives to support long‑term reliability and safe operations.

Operational Support&Coordination

Partner with site and fleet personnel to support maintenance planning, scheduling, and execution.

Assist sites in identifying required parts, services, and resources needed to execute maintenance activities effectively.

Support new site development, commissioning, and construction activities from a maintenance readiness perspective.

Performance, Metrics&Continuous Improvement

Evaluate fleet maintenance performance using industry‑standard metrics and KPIs.

Identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement and drive corrective or preventive actions at a program level.

Provide oversight of weather‑readiness and seasonal maintenance programs, including storm, cold weather, and extreme condition preparedness.

Training&Capability Development

Assist with the training and development of site personnel in support of maintenance activities, standards, and best practices.

Promote knowledge sharing and consistency across sites to reduce variability in maintenance execution.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

Partner with Operations, Engineering, and other internal groups to define scopes of work and support fleet maintenance and repair agreements.

Serve as a key liaison between site teams and corporate functions on maintenance‑related initiatives and programs.

Travel

Up to 25% travel, including periodic site visits to support maintenance programs and initiatives.

Required Qualifications:

Minimum 5 years of industrial maintenance management experience.

Strong understanding of electrical and mechanical systems.

Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and related business tools.

High school diploma or equivalent.

Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's (BA/BS) degree or associate’s degree in a technical field.

Prior supervisory or management experience in a power generation or renewable energy facility.

Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence without direct authority.

Experience working across wind, solar, and/or battery storage technologies.

Base Pay

$125,000.00 - $165,000.00 USD Annual Bonus: 10% - 40%

The base pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target salary for the position. Invenergy considers a number of factors when determining base pay offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education and skills. In addition to base pay, the total annual compensation package may also include eligibility to participate in our bonus program(s) which are designed to reward individual and company performance. Your recruiter can share more about bonus eligibility for this position during the hiring process. Invenergy offers a variety of other benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k, profit sharing, paid time off, etc.

Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.