Hanwha Qcells USA Corp (Qcells USA), headquartered in Irvine, CA, specializes in providing utility-scale modules, solar photovoltaic (PV), and battery energy storage systems (BESS) project development, along with Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) services for solar and BESS projects nationwide. Qcells USA delivers comprehensive turnkey solutions encompassing the entire utility-scale project lifecycle. By choosing Qcells USA for turnkey solutions, customers can reduce uncertainty and risk, leading to enhanced investment returns and contributing to a more sustainable future.
Qcells USA’s complete turnkey solutions seamlessly integrate the expertise of our Module, Development, and EPC teams, while ensuring close coordination with other vital internal groups such as Project Finance, Systems Integration, and Legal. This collaborative approach ensures that Qcells USA projects deliver exceptional value and performance. With several multi-billion-dollar investments, Qcells is pioneering the establishment of the only complete module supply chain in the U.S., including the expansion of our Georgia module manufacturing facility, which stands as the largest in the Western Hemisphere.
As an integral part of the global Qcells brand, Qcells USA benefits from a legacy of excellence in photovoltaic manufacturing. Qcells is renowned worldwide for its high-performance, superior-quality solar cells and modules. With dual headquarters in Seoul, South Korea (Global Executive HQ) and Thalheim, Germany (Technology & Innovation HQ), Qcells operates under the umbrella of Hanwha Group, a FORTUNE Global 500 company and one of the top 8 business conglomerates in South Korea.
Summary
The Fleet Manager is responsible for managing Qcells fleet vehicles, including purchasing, renting, and leasing. This position reports to the Director of Operation, or another management personnel that the President of the Company may designate. This position may be expected to travel at least 10%, or as needed for the project.
Essential Job Function & Responsibilities
Regular attendance, in accordance with the company's attendance policy and supervisory assignment, is a fundamental requirement for this position. Punctuality and consistent presence are essential to maintain workflow and productivity.
Analyze situations to identify and forecast pertinent problems. Evaluate realistic options and recommend/implement appropriate courses of action. This involves critical thinking and decision-making skills to ensure optimal solutions are reached efficiently.
Adhere to and enforce the company’s Health, Safety & Environmental Policy.
Ensure that all safety protocols are followed to maintain a safe working environment for all employees and stakeholders.
Ensure all work undertaken is within approved scope boundaries and fully compliant with relevant regulations and standards. This includes thorough planning, execution, and monitoring of tasks to meet quality and compliance standards.
Collaborate professionally with internal clients, vendors, employees, managers, and supervisors to process and fulfill requests for fleet and fuel cards. Maintain positive working relationships and ensure clear communication and timely delivery of services.
Manage and maintain daily records of all maintenance, mileage, vehicle checklists, and accidents. Accurate record-keeping is essential for operational efficiency and regulatory compliance.
Assist with coding and approve all invoices for payment related to fuel, rent, lease, maintenance, and repairs for specific sites. Ensure that all financial transactions are accurate, timely, and within budget.
Manage and maintain registrations and insurance cards for all vehicles. Ensure that all company vehicles are legally compliant and properly documented.
Manage and maintain all vehicle data and movement within internal systems to ensure efficient use of company resources. This includes tracking vehicle usage, optimizing fleet operations, and reporting on key metrics.
Analyze and approve repairs of company vehicles based on safety assessments. Utilize DOT guidelines for safety-sensitive sites to ensure that all repairs meet safety standards.
Operate company vehicles to conduct business related to fleet activities. This includes transportation for inspections, maintenance, and other fleet-related tasks.
Comply with the Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct, and company policies and procedures. Uphold company values and ethical standards in all actions and decisions.
Required Qualifications
At least 3 years of professional experience supporting the construction of major projects, preferably in building power stations, supply networks, or other utility-scale construction projects. Demonstrated expertise in project management, construction oversight, and technical coordination.
Experience with renewable energy projects is preferred. Knowledge of renewable energy systems and their implementation in large-scale projects is a significant advantage.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Ability to utilize these tools for project planning, data analysis, and communication.
Experience with Align/Toolwatch is a plus.
Fluent in written and spoken English with excellent written and verbal communication skills. Bilingual in Spanish and English is preferred, enabling effective communication with diverse teams and stakeholders.
Experience reviewing technical manuals and packages. Ability to interpret technical documents and ensure compliance with specifications.
Assertive and a team player. Strong interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with colleagues and manage team dynamics.
Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines. Ensure all activities are compliant with regulatory requirements.
Strong attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently and effectively within time constraints. Ensure accuracy and precision in all tasks.
Willingness to travel up to 10% as needed for project-related activities. Flexibility to accommodate travel requirements for site inspections, meetings, and other operational needs.
SALARY RANGE FOR POSITION
The anticipated starting pay range of this position, which is to be located in Ankeny, IA is $110,000 - $129,000 base salary per year.
The above-listed salary range is required by the California Pay Transparency Act and may differ depending on the location of those candidates hired nationwide. The salary range shared in the job description is for the listed position and only pertains to the candidate if they work in Irvine, CA. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to internal pay equity, skill set, education, licenses and certifications, geographic location, essential job duties and requirements, and the necessary experience relative to the job’s minimum qualifications. An additional discretionary bonus structure or incentives may be offered as part of the overall compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, dental, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Body Position: frequently remains standing and moving up to 90% of the time in a 8-10 hour work day
if operating equipment, be able to enter and exit equipment up to 90% of the time in a 8-10 hour work day
Move/Traverse: frequently bend, stand, stoop and/or walk
Carry Weight: frequently carry weight and/or lift objects (light to heavy) weighing up to 50 pounds
Hearing and Speech: frequently communicates with the ability to hear and talk on a regular basis with employees, coworkers, and all personnel matters; must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations
Sight: frequent use of sight to detect images on computer, office documents, and office objects near and far
Climb: occasionally ascends/descends on stairway to get to office/equipment/trenches upper and lower
Travel: up to 10% as needed
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Regular professional, construction site setting
Noise level ranges from low to moderate (if in office trailer setting)
Noise level ranges from moderate to high (if on construction worksite)
Flexibility to work night shifts
Hanwha Q Cells is proud to be an at-will Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination against race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status and any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
We are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Hanwha Q Cells will provide reasonable accommodations to all qualified individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodations at hr-usa@qcells.com.
Nothing in this statement shall imply implicitly or explicitly a guarantee of employment outside our at-will employment opportunity.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing
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