Renewable Energy Specialist Job at Otter Tail Power Company, Jamestown, ND

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  • Otter Tail Power Company
  • Jamestown, ND

Job Description


At Otter Tail Power, our employees help us serve the communities we support by producing reliable, affordable, and environmentally responsible electricity. As a Renewable Energy Specialist I, you’ll play a vital role in the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of our renewable energy assets—making a direct impact on our team, our customers, and the environment.

What You’ll Do:


  • Build and maintain wind and solar technology, ensuring our renewable energy sites operate at peak performance.

  • Collaborate with contractors and internal teams to troubleshoot, repair, and optimize major components for GE and Vestas wind turbines, as well as solar installations.

  • Lead site operations, including environmental inspections, outage restoration, and support for line crews and underground cable location.

  • Ensure safe site access, perform building and yard maintenance, and support snow removal and road upkeep for turbine strings.

  • Implement best practices in safety, efficiency, and compliance, including NERC Generator Owner requirements and internal controls.

  • Expect some travel and after-hours coverage to best accomplish these responsibilities.

What We’re Looking For:
We’re seeking candidates who are motivated self-starters with a strong safety culture and a passion for renewable energy. You should be comfortable multitasking, setting priorities, and working both independently and as part of a team.


  • Positive, can-do attitude and problem-solving mindset

  • Ability to obtain a DOT medical card and complete high angle rescue training

  • Willingness to learn heavy equipment operation, electrical troubleshooting, and renewable energy component maintenance

  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office products and a commitment to continuous learning

  • Physical ability to work at heights (300+ feet), lift up to 49 lbs solo or 98 lbs as a team, and work in all weather conditions

Offering:

We believe employment is a partnership and we expect excellence from our talented employees. To support our employees and help drive their career experience and goals we offer:


  • Competitive wage & benefit package.

    • The expected base compensation for this role is $62,000 - $87,000 annually. Actual base compensation within the identified range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.

    • Incentive plans

    • Employee Stock Ownership options

    • Retirement Savings Fund with employer match

    • Health, disability and life insurance plan options


  • Training – our employees are provided training and development opportunities each year, including education reimbursement! This includes safety – one of our values and key to our success – technical, compliance and developmental training.

  • Career development is critical to our long-term success. Otter Tail Power employees have opportunities to participate in various leadership development programs, gain access to an a la carte online leadership course catalog, receive mentorship from current leaders and more!

  • Mental health support from the experts at SupportLinc as well as competitive vacation and sick leave to ensure employees are at their best when they’re working.

We’ll accept applications through September 30, 2025.

Click apply now to apply online 

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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Otter Tail Power Company

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