Operations & Maintenance Technician (O&R)

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/COMPETENCIESTo 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 REQUIREMENTSThis 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