Operations & Maintenance Technician (O&R)

Takkion Ops Management; Tyler (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A renewable energy company in Tyler, MN seeks an O&M Field Technician to perform and oversee the operations, maintenance, and repair of wind turbines. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and prefer two to five years of experience in wind energy or related fields. This role involves physical demands, such as climbing and lifting, and requires a valid driver's license. The position is full-time, with the potential for overtime and travel involved.

Qualifications

• Must live within 45 miles of the site location.
• Two to five years of experience in Wind Energy or related industry preferred.
• Knowledge of safety requirements and company procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform and oversee operations, maintenance, and repair of wind turbines.
• Contribute to team effort and maintain quality service.
• Be ready to perform additional related assigned tasks.

Skills

Climbing ladders up to 300+ feet

Working in confined spaces

Ability to lift up to 80 pounds

Valid driver's license

Strong analytical thinking

Education

HS Diploma or GED equivalent

Secondary education

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job 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 is performed in a safe and efficient manner. Other requirements include:

• Must live within 45 miles of site location (Tyler, MN)
• 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
• Major components / Up tower gearbox repair / Gen bearing replacements / Borescoping / Inspections
• 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

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
• Two (2) – 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