Operations & Maintenance Technician (O&R)

Operations & Maintenance Technician (O&R)

Humboldt, IA

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Operations & Maintenance Technician (O&R)

Job Type

Full-time

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

• Salary Description

• $23-$34

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