Operations & Maintenance Technician (O&R)

Takkion Ops Management • Tyler, Minnesota • 8m ago

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 (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

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
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