Job Title: Vegetative Maintenance Manager

Base Salary: $50,000 – $65,000

Company Description:

Davis Hill Development (DHD) is a leader in solar & energy storage development. DHD has successfully developed, constructed and financed over 180 solar projects around the country. With a growing pipeline and expansion into new markets, the company’s growth is accelerating. DHD is an operating company of Skyview Ventures. Skyview Ventures is a clean technology investment firm with platforms for solar and battery storage development, environmental commodities, EV charging infrastructure and cleantech venture capital. Skyview Ventures offers DHD a strategic advantage in the market, and exciting access to new clean technologies. The future is bright for Skyview Ventures and DHD.

General Job Description:

Davis Hill Development (DHD) is looking to add a Solar Vegetative Maintenance Manager position to our Operations and Maintenance team. The position will support the expansion of DHD’s commercial asset management team that manages our growing portfolio of distributed solar, commercial solar, energy storage and electric vehicle charging systems in the United States. Additionally, we want a candidate that knows how and wants to grow a business – we are starting the solar O&M side of the business and want this member of the team to be active in expanding our services to other businesses and markets. The Vegetative Maintenance Manager will be responsible for maintaining our sites through tasks like mowing, trimming, pest control, and clearing stormwater drains, swales, and check dams. Candidates should have knowledge of land management equipment and landscaping best practices. They should be able to demonstrate their knowledge of safely and properly operating medium-to-heavy duty equipment such as mowers, tractors, towing and trailers, as well as hand tools, such as shovels, rakes, pruning saws, saws, hedge or brush trimmers, or axes. We’re looking for self-starters with a demonstrated history of academic and/or professional success. This role will require regular travel to our sites across the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor and maintain land at our growing portfolio of sites
• Perform regular maintenance of the grounds surrounding solar panels and racking; including mowing, trimming, weed-whacking, shrub and tree trimming, erosion management, and access road clearing of job sites before, during, and after construction
• Grow our business and take ownership of our sites as well as be a self-starter and find opportunities and customers to enhance value for the business
• Pest control and prevention of animal intrusion
• Operate, maintain and service all landscaping equipment regularly
• Maintain records of vegetative management & maintenance activities
• Monitor and maintain vegetation to prevent shading of solar panels, ensuring maximum efficiency.
• Remove debris, litter, and any obstacles that may interfere with the operation of the solar facility.
• Conduct routine inspections of sites to identify any issues related to groundskeeping or equipment.
• Assist with implementation of erosion control measures and other environmental protection efforts.
• Support the solar operations team with light maintenance tasks as needed.
• Adhere to all safety guidelines and procedures, always wear personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Communicate effectively to support decision-making
• Collaborate with other team members to maintain a safe, clean, and efficient work environment.

Experience / Qualifications

• 5+ years of vegetation management experience, utility-scale renewable energy site vegetation management experience preferred
• 5+ years of machine maintenance experience
• OSHA 10, or ability to obtain
• CPR and First Aid certifications, or ability to obtain
• Prior experience with module cleaning is preferred
• Ability to schedule maintenance activities and create long-term commitments to vegetative maintenance

Physical Abilities

• Physical Requirements Ability to lift 50 pounds regularly
• Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods
• Ability to work in all outdoor weather conditions
• Perform physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials

Conditions

• Outdoors, Exposed to Weather & Regional Temperatures and Conditions
• Sounds and Noise Levels
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to be worn daily, such as safety boots, glasses, gloves, hearing protections, hard hat, etc.

Compensation & Benefits

DHD's approach to compensating our employees is unique and progressive. Our headquarters in Nashville Tennessee is downtown near Music Row. We promote from within and are looking for career-minded individuals, looking to advance in the growing solar and battery storage industries. We offer pay that is commensurate with experience along with benefits including:

· Compensation is salary and bonus based on experience

· Benefits include 401k, profit sharing, and flexible paid time off

· Continuing education and professional development assistance

DHD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal and local laws. In addition to federal law requirements, DHD complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.