Operations & Maintenance Technician (O&R)

Takkion; Humboldt (IA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

TAKKION seeks an O&M Field Technician to oversee operations, maintenance, and repair of wind turbines, ensuring safety and efficiency in all tasks. The role requires living within 45 miles of Humboldt, IA, and willingness to climb tall ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift up to 100 pounds.

Must hold a HS diploma or GED, with 1–5 years in wind energy or related fields. Valid driver's license and overnight travel for training are required. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Secondary education highly preferred.
• 1–5 years of wind energy or related industry experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Word, Excel, and Outlook; ability to learn new software.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine Operations and Maintenance activities on wind turbines daily, including troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems.
• Adhere to safety requirements; work in field and shop environments.
• Travel overnight for safety training and other required activities.
• Contribute to team effort and maintain high quality service.
• Stay informed on wind industry developments, regulations, and company procedures.

Skills

Wind energy knowledge

Team player

MS Office proficiency

Strong communication

Analytical thinking

Self-motivated

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Secondary education preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Summary

As an O&M Field Technician you will be responsible for performing and overseeing the operations, maintenance and repair of wind turbines while ensuring all work all work is performed in a safe and efficient manner. Other requirements include:

• Must live within 45 miles of site location (Humboldt, IA)
• Ability to climb ladders up to heights of 300+ feet
• Must not exceed 280 lbs. for safety of employee
• Work in confined spaces with diverse environmental conditions
• Ability to lift up to 80 pounds
• Possess a valid driver's license
• Required overnight travel for safety training and other required activities
• Perform routine Operations and Maintenance activities on a daily basis, including scheduled maintenance, troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems, and associated repairs
• Contributes to team effort and maintains quality service
• Keeps fully informed of current developments in wind industry, regulations and Company procedures
• Must always be on hand and ready to perform additional related assigned tasks

Requirements

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS/COMPETENCIES

To perform the essential functions of this position successfully, an individual should be able to demonstrate and provide the following:

• HS Diploma or GED equivalent required
• Secondary education highly preferred
• One (1) – five (5) years of functional experience in Wind Energy (or) related industry experience preferred
• Knowledge in Word, Excel, and Outlook and the ability and willingness to learn new software applications
• Excellent organizational skills, communication skills, the ability to multi-task and most importantly, the ability to work well in a team Demonstrated openness to change, flexibility and adaptability
• Strong analytical thinker with the ability to resolve complex issues
• Self-starter with a drive for continuous improvement of the business operations
• Express willingness to step out of the box to assist other teams to meet and overcome challenges for the company

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position is largely self-directed and requires understanding of company policy, procedures, and values. Team members will be required to adhere to all safety requirements in all work environments. This position operates in a field & shop environment.

• Full Time position up to 40 hours per week; may require occasional overtime as needed

Specific physical requirements include:

• On feet for approximately 90% of the time while working
• Regularly lifting weights of fifty (50) pounds and up to one hundred (100) pounds occasionally
• Some travel occasional, possibly overnight at times

TAKKION is an equal opportunity employer