Application Guide

How to Apply for Field Operations Lead

at Intersect Power

🏢 About Intersect Power

Intersect Power is a unique player in the energy sector, focusing specifically on scalable low-carbon solutions for both retail and wholesale markets. Unlike traditional utilities, they offer a dual portfolio of clean electricity and fuels, positioning them at the forefront of the energy transition. Working here means contributing directly to decarbonizing energy markets through innovative, large-scale projects.

About This Role

As Field Operations Lead, you'll be responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable performance of utility-scale solar and battery storage assets across Intersect Power's portfolio. This role directly impacts the company's revenue and sustainability goals by meeting availability targets, managing field teams and third-party providers, and driving operational efficiency. You'll serve as the critical link between field execution and executive strategy in a remote leadership capacity.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might start with reviewing overnight performance reports from multiple solar and storage sites, then conducting virtual check-ins with field teams across different time zones. You'd likely spend time analyzing operational data to identify performance trends, coordinate with third-party O&M providers on maintenance schedules, and prepare executive updates on plant availability and budget status. The role balances tactical problem-solving with strategic planning for long-term asset optimization.

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🎯 Who Intersect Power Is Looking For

  • Has 10+ years specifically managing operations for utility-scale solar AND battery storage assets (not just one technology)
  • Possesses deep, practical knowledge of PV and BESS system design, operations, and maintenance protocols
  • Has direct experience operating within CAISO or ERCOT markets, understanding their specific dispatch requirements and market dynamics
  • Has proven experience leading geographically distributed field teams while managing third-party O&M provider relationships

📝 Tips for Applying to Intersect Power

1

Quantify your experience with specific metrics: mention the MW capacity of assets you've managed, availability percentages achieved, and team sizes led

2

Explicitly mention your CAISO or ERCOT market experience in your resume summary - this is a hard requirement

3

Highlight any experience with warranty claims management for solar/BESS equipment, as this is specifically mentioned in the responsibilities

4

Demonstrate your remote leadership capabilities by describing how you've managed distributed teams and maintained operational oversight

5

Showcase your cross-functional collaboration experience, particularly with executive communication and external stakeholder management

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your specific experience with both solar PV and battery storage technologies (not just one)', "How you've successfully managed operational risks and ensured safety compliance in remote field operations", 'Examples of improving plant performance metrics through operational strategies and standardization', 'Your approach to managing third-party O&M providers while maintaining quality and cost control']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Intersect Power's specific project portfolio - look for their announced solar and storage projects
  • → Their approach to 'clean electricity and fuels' - understand what fuels they're developing alongside electricity
  • → Recent news about their operations in CAISO or ERCOT markets
  • → Their leadership team's background and any public statements about operational philosophy

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe your experience responding to a major plant performance issue using root cause analysis
2 How would you balance daily operational demands with long-term portfolio planning objectives?
3 Walk through your approach to managing warranty claims with equipment manufacturers
4 Describe a time you had to communicate complex operational issues to executive leadership
5 How do you ensure safety compliance and culture across geographically distributed field teams?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Applying with only solar OR battery experience (they require both)
  • Failing to demonstrate specific market experience (CAISO/ERCOT)
  • Presenting generic operations experience without quantifying results or showing technical depth

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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