Renewable Energy Specialist Location: Jamestown, ND 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. If this looks like an opportunity that interests you and you feel like you would be a good fit to our Team, please apply and visit our careers page at www.otpco.com. We’ll accept applications through September 30, 2025. 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. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
See More Details >>IN-PERSON WORKING OPPORTUNITIES ONLY FOR JC STUDENTS A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A SALES REPRESENTATIVE: As a Technology Sales Intern, you are the primary contact for our clients both in your region and around the country. Each day, you will build and establish new relationships while enhancing and building upon existing ones. Excellent communication skills are an essential part of your success, as you complete product presentations and give price quotes. We focus on a national level to expand clients into new markets to create new revenue streams for years decades to come. On average, Technology Sales Interns earn $23,000 each summer. However, many interns earn significantly more than this based on their performance. Responsibilities and Duties of a Technology Sales Intern: • One-on-one sales with customers in an outside sales environment. • Greet customers in a courteous, friendly, and professional manner using company procedures. • Give technology and product presentations to complete sales orders with customers. • Listen attentively to customer needs and concerns; demonstrate empathy. • Clarify customer requirements; probe for and confirm understanding of needs. • Meet customer requirements by providing personalized solutions. • Confirm customer understanding of the solution and provide additional customer education as needed. • Frequent travel throughout the year and 1-4 months relocation during the summer. Who thrives in a Technology Sales Internship? Students from JC are well-equipped to thrive in our Technology Sales Internship program. Ideally, you are organized and manage your time effectively in order to regularly achieve individual and team goals. You have a passion for technology and sales. You feel good about playing an important role in the success of a growing company with a solid reputation. • Knowledge of basic computer operations • Courteous with strong customer service orientation • Dependable with proficient attention to detail • Good listening and responding skills • Must be flexible with the ability to adapt to changes quickly and think conceptually • Solid problem-solving skills • Must be willing to take the initiative All JC students are invited to apply for this amazing sales internship opportunity!
See More Details >>IN-PERSON WORKING OPPORTUNITIES ONLY FOR JC STUDENTS A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A SALES REPRESENTATIVE: As a Sales Representative, you are the primary contact for our clients. You start each day excited to establish new relationships while continuing to nurture existing ones. By meeting with our potential customers, you are able to build excellent rapport and more effectively educate them about our products and services. Your excellent communication skills are an essential part of your success, as you complete product presentations and give price quotes. To complete sales, you collect and enter order information all while providing superior customer service. We focus on a national level to expand clients into new markets to create new revenue streams for years decades to come. Responsibilities and Duties: • One-on-one sales with customers in an outside sales environment. • Greet customers in a courteous, friendly, and professional manner using company procedures • Give product presentations to complete sales orders with customers. • Listen attentively to customer needs and concerns; demonstrate empathy. • Clarify customer requirements; probe for and confirm understanding of needs. • Meet customer requirements by providing personalized solutions. • Confirm customer understanding of the solution and provide additional customer education as needed. • Frequent travel throughout the year and 1-4 months relocation during the summer. About You You are organized and manage your time effectively in order to regularly achieve individual and team goals. You feel good about playing an important role in the success of a growing company with a solid reputation. • Knowledge of basic computer operations • Courteous with strong customer service orientation • Dependable with proficient attention to detail • Good listening and responding skills • Must be flexible with the ability to adapt to changes quickly and think conceptually • Solid problem-solving skills • Must be willing to take the initiative All JC students are invited to apply for this amazing summer internship opportunity!
See More Details >>Entering the solar trade in Jamestown, ND, often begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically last about four to five years, requiring extensive training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the solar industry employed 279,447 workers nationwide as of December 2023, with projections indicating a 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. In Jamestown, ND, apprentices can earn an average of $621.50 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $1,485 per week. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like NABCEP help aspiring solar professionals find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
