John Valerius
About John Valerius
John Valerius serves as the Director of Operations at Leeward Renewable Energy, LLC, a position he has held since 2022. He has extensive experience in the energy sector, having previously worked in various roles at Duke Energy Corporation and Leeward Renewable Energy.
Work at Leeward Renewable Energy
John Valerius serves as the Director of Operations at Leeward Renewable Energy, LLC, a role he has held since 2022. He is based in Wellington, Colorado. Prior to this position, he worked as a Plant Manager at the same company from 2018 to 2022, where he was responsible for overseeing operations at the Grover, Colorado facility. His experience at Leeward Renewable Energy highlights his commitment to the renewable energy sector.
Previous Experience at Duke Energy Corporation
Before joining Leeward Renewable Energy, John Valerius accumulated significant experience at Duke Energy Corporation. He worked as an Area Manager from 2014 to 2018, managing operations in Wyoming and Colorado. His earlier roles at Duke Energy included Wind Manager from 2010 to 2013 and Production Team Member from 2008 to 2010, contributing to his extensive background in energy management and operations.
Education and Expertise
John Valerius holds an Associate’s Degree in Electronics Technology with an emphasis on automation from Front Range Community College, which he completed from 2000 to 2003. He furthered his education by obtaining a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management from Colorado State University-Global Campus between 2009 and 2012. His educational background supports his operational and managerial roles in the energy sector.
Career Timeline
John Valerius has a diverse career trajectory in the energy industry. He began his professional journey at Duke Energy Corporation as a Production Team Member from 2008 to 2010, then advanced to Wind Manager until 2013. Afterward, he transitioned to the role of Area Manager from 2014 to 2018. He joined Leeward Renewable Energy in 2018 as Plant Manager, progressing to Director of Operations in 2022.