Foreman, Operations and Maintenance

OnSite Partners LLC•Findlay, OH

About The Position

OnSite Partners, LLC is seeking an experienced Foreman to lead all scheduled and unscheduled operations and maintenance (O&M) activities across renewable, distributed generation technologies, and transmission projects. This role supervises field crews, coordinates planned outages and emergency response, and ensures work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable codes and standards. The Foreman serves as the on-site technical leader for electrical work including system shutdowns, commissioning support, troubleshooting, and repairs across multiple voltage classes. This position reports to the Director of Construction.

Requirements

Journeyman Electrician license (or equivalent experience)
10+ years of industrial or power generation electrical experience
Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience
Experience leading electrical shutdowns or planned outages
Strong knowledge of electrical systems across multiple voltage classes
Ability to read and interpret complex electrical drawings
Valid driver’s license
Ability to pass background check and drug screening

Nice To Haves

Experience in renewable energy or utility-scale power generation
Experience with protective relays and medium-voltage terminations
OSHA 30 certification
NFPA 70E training
Experience managing subcontractors
MSHA Part 46 certification

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise electricians and technicians during daily operations
Plan, assign, and oversee scheduled preventive maintenance activities
Direct unscheduled corrective maintenance and emergency repairs
Supervise major planned outages and system shutdowns
Conduct job briefings and safety meetings
Participate in hiring and performance practices for the O&M execution team
Oversee maintenance of: Wind turbines Solar PV systems Reciprocating engine generator systems Battery energy storage systems (BESS) Fuel cells Substations, transformers, switchgear, and protective relays Other technologies as applicable
Manage work across varying AC and DC voltage classes including: Low voltage control systems 480V–600V power distribution Medium voltage systems High voltage systems (as qualified)
Work on AC and DC systems
Coordinate lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and arc-flash safety controls
Lead troubleshooting of complex electrical faults
Review and interpret one-line diagrams, schematics, and protection settings
Ensure proper testing, torque verification, insulation resistance testing, and commissioning procedures
Participate in construction activities to the extent needed by the business
Travel to project sites as required (<25% travel expected)
Lead System Operator on-call duties
Provides after-hours emergency response, ensuring rapid assessment, safe mitigation, and restoration of critical systems
Develop shutdown scopes and work plans
Coordinate manpower, materials, tools, and subcontractors
Manage outage timelines to minimize operational impact
Ensure safe energization and return-to-service procedures
Document shutdown activities and lessons learned
Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA 70E, OSHA, MSHA, and site-specific safety standards
Complete maintenance documentation and reports
Coordinate with operations, engineering, and management teams