Workplace Operations Manager

About The Role

We are looking for an action-oriented and adaptable Workplace Operations Manager to make our real estate, people, accounting, and IT operations run effectively and support the company in delivering impactful climate solutions to the market. You will collaborate with our Finance, Engineering, Deployments, and Leadership teams to solve near-term problems and develop processes for the long term. This role is excellent for someone eager to own a broad scope and help build an early-stage company. This is an in-person role at our Oakland headquarters, and there will be many opportunities to specialize over time as the company scales.

The salary range for this full-time position is $85,000 - $115,000, plus stock options and benefits. Pay within the range is based on candidate experience, job-specific skills, education, and work location. The target experience for the position is 2 - 10+ years.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Be the point person for general office requests and inquiries
• Manage real estate operations, office resources, and IT, including keeping office and kitchen supplies stocked and supporting daily lunch deliveries
• Support logistics planning and preparation for R&D and project field deployments, such as travel and transportation arrangements
• Coordinating and receiving shipments and deliveries
• Manage purchase orders, accounts payable, and monthly credit card reconciliations
• Source and manage vendors and contractors to ensure smooth operations of on-site facilities, including the office, R&D shop, warehouse space, and field test sites
• Coordinate and administer employee onboarding, training, and workplace compliance
• Support recruitment and hiring, such as initial resume reviews and coordinating interview schedules and travel arrangements for candidates
• Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety regulations and improve and train on emergency preparedness
• Plan and organize company events (e.g., offsites, meet-ups) and branded gifts to promote a unified employee experience
• Implement and promote sustainable and environmentally friendly practices within the workplace, such as energy efficiency and waste reduction

QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated experience in getting things done efficiently and swiftly
• Possess a positive, can-do attitude; self-starter who finds and fixes problems
• Experience owning and implementing multiple and cross-functional projects, preferably within a high-growth business environment
• A track record of organization, attention to detail, and project management
• Ability to communicate effectively and succinctly in writing, in person, and on the phone
• Adept with spreadsheets and software such as Google Suite, Confluence, JIRA (or other ticketing or project management systems), and purchasing software
• Able to operate a forklift, or willing to be trained
• Passionate about building and scaling workplace programs from the ground up

BONUS QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior experience in accounting or bookkeeping is preferred
• Experience with Quickbooks or NetSuite
• Experience working at a workplace that includes industrial facilities or machine shop

*A note on qualifications: Many people only apply for jobs if they believe they can perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and will consider equivalent combinations of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS

• A combination of desk work and light physical activity to facilitate shipping, receiving, inventory, and office management.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs.

About Planted Solar

First, the good news: The world now has over 1.7 terawatts of cumulative solar capacity, and solar PV is the lowest-cost source of energy generation worldwide.

The challenge: The world must build 3 terawatts of new solar capacity every year for the next 25 years.

Planted is creating new technology to overhaul how the industry develops and builds solar power resources. And we need help. We're expanding our team of ambitious, curious, and hands-on engineers and operators. Come own large parts of product, company, or business development and help power the world with 100% clean energy.

What We Offer

• 11 paid company holidays and flexible Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Company-paid in-office lunches
• Stock options
• Medical, vision, dental, and other benefits
• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• 401(k)
• A chance to have an empowered, meaningful, and early role in climate

This will be a great fit if:

• You want to solve challenging problems
• You are biased towards action and focus on the vital work that drives the most impact
• You prioritize the physical and psychological safety of yourself and those around you
• You are humble, embrace change, and deliver and receive candid feedback
• You are optimistic about the future and can make tough decisions to help get there
• You have high expectations and coach, develop, and make time to help others

Planted Solar is an equal opportunity employer committed to growing inclusively, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, medical condition, age, or veteran status. However you identify, or whatever background you bring with you, please apply. We look forward to hearing from you.