Renewable Energy Technician 1 or 2 [on-site]

EDF Power Solutions North America is seeking a Renewable Energy Technician 1 or 2 for an on-site position in Ivanhoe, MN. The role involves assisting with maintenance and repairs of wind turbines and photovoltaic systems under supervision. Candidates will receive mandatory training and certification. Benefits include competitive pay, health coverage, 401k matching, and paid time off. This is not a remote position.
Scope of Position About Us EDF power solutions is a market-leading independent power producer and service provider with over 35 years of experience. We deliver grid-scale power: wind (onshore and offshore), solar photo-voltaic, and storage projects; distribution-scale power: solar and storage; asset optimization: technical, operational, and commercial expertise to maximize the performance of generating projects, and onsite solutions, through the Company’s PowerFlex affiliate, offering a full suite of on-site energy solutions for commercial and industrial customers: solar, storage, EV charging, energy management systems, and microgrids.


Benefits & Perks
EDF Renewables offers best-in-class employee benefits, including the following:



Competitive bonus incentives. This position is eligible for our annual bonus program.
Comprehensive health coverage. EDF power solutions provides low-cost health & wellness coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
Rewarding 401k. EDF power solutions provides a generous matching contribution.

We Are Also Proud To Offer

Favorable paid time off programs, including paid parental leave after one year of service.
Rewarding learning & career development and advancement opportunities.
Supportive mentorship & buddy programs.

Be a part of an innovative and collaborative team environment that fosters our goal of delivering renewable solutions to lead the transition to a sustainable energy future.
Salary Range
:
The full pay range for this role is $25.00 to $38.00 per hour, and the good faith estimated starting pay for this position upon hire is $27.00 to $32.00 per hour. We generally base our salary decisions on factors including but not limited to, relevant work and leadership experience, education, demonstrated performance, internal equity, and in some cases, geographic location.
Scope of Job
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Under specific direction from the site manager and supervision of an experienced technician, this position will assist experienced technicians with conducting maintenance, preventative maintenance, and repair of wind turbines and/or photovoltaic power and energy storage systems. Learns and applies EDF Core values: safety, teamwork, respect, passion, transparency, good sense, and accountability.


Renewable Energy Technician 1: Assists experienced technicians with maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs. Focuses on learning and applying safety protocols. Works under specific direction and direct supervision.


Renewable Energy Technician 2: Performs preventative maintenance independently and under supervision of an experienced technician, conducts troubleshooting, repairs, and upgrades. Responsible for independent preventative maintenance and may be asked to participate in the 24-hour "On Call" rotation.


Work Location
: Ivanhoe, MN. Please note that this in
not
a travelling technician position.


Required Training
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Each Renewable Energy Technician will attend mandatory four (4) week training and certification course at the start of their employment. The exact duration will be determined based on experience and qualifications. The training is in Albert Lea, MN, and travel, accommodation, and expenses will be provided.


Responsibilities
Responsibilities
80% - In the field:



Assists with maintaining company property and equipment in an efficient and safe manner.
In support of a technician 2 or higher-level technician, services equipment based on the type of equipment and manufacturer. Assists in performing routine maintenance. Assists with new equipment installation, and the inspection, troubleshooting, and repair of equipment.
Assists with testing electrical components and mechanical and hydraulic systems, and the collection of equipment data for testing and analysis.
Works safely under all circumstances and seeks guidance for any work for which they are unfamiliar or do not feel competent to perform safely.
Attends safety and technical training required for this position.
Respectfully works in a team environment and learns and applies EDF power solutions Core Values.

15% - Administrative duties, such as documenting completed jobs, implementing supply orders. Complete daily work orders, time tracking and any other required paperwork for the specific project/assignment.
5% - Other duties as assigned.
Supervision of Others
:
None


Working Conditions
100% of time is spent working in the renewable asset field. There is also marginal time spent in the office environment, utilizing computers (freque