Remote Ops System Operator

Hybrid position working in the Portland, OR Vestas Headquarters. Schedule Tuesday thru Saturday (6am-2 : 30 pm Tuesday thru Friday and Saturday 7am-5 : 30 pm)

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Department Description - Remote Operations is part of the Global Service organization and the job is located at the Portland, OR North American Headquarters. Our Operators monitor windfarms across North America and respond to alarms and urgent situations needing escalation or immediate attention. The ROC operates 24x7 monitoring of both Vestas Turbines. Operators also work to improve our response flows to individual alarms to ensure we are doing as much as possible to prevent a site visit without taking a further risk of potential damage. Our team has recently moved operations back to a hybrid remote work policy where operators are required to work at least 3 days a week at the Portland HQ, meaning this position will require relocating to the greater Portland, OR area.

Responsibilities of the Role

• Perform advanced level wind turbine remote operations and support. This includes proficient troubleshooting and use of remote operation and diagnostic tools. Document tasks where required and enters data into company system, such as SAP.
• Effectively gather information remotely regarding turbine issues and performance. May diagnose, recommend and implement solutions for turbine equipment. Communicate pertinent information to key individuals and the field. Seek assistance when encountering turbine issues outside trained skill level to ensure success in resolution.
• Follow basic structured problem-solving process to perform troubleshooting and diagnostic tasks with remote SCADA and IT diagnostic tools.
• Independently initiate and perform most work tasks as well as follow defined instructions as directed according to written and verbal instructions.
• Demonstrate and promote integrity, strong initiative, as well as a focus on reliability, and quality of work. May assist with or perform basic quality audits of less experienced staff.
• Effectively promote strong team environment through assisting teammates in accomplishing goals as well as mentoring junior technical staff. Visibly support and promote team spirit and cooperation.
• Proactively look for improvement opportunities to job appropriate processes and procedures and communicate through the appropriate channels.
• Interface with customer and may respond to customer inquiries. Will refer complex customer inquiries to higher level technical staff or manager. Demonstrate strong customer service.
• This role may require working overtime, including working a flexible and variable work schedule as needed to meet business objectives.

Qualifications

What We Offer

We offer an attractive salary and one of the most comprehensive benefits plans in the industry, including :

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At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.

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About Vestas

Vestas is the energy industry's global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore.

Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 185 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field.

With 30,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal : to power the solution - today, tomorrow, and far into the future.

Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity.

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