Careers
Are you interested in a career in the electric utility industry? Bookmark this page and check back often for opportunities at Otter Tail Power Company.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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- Go to the Otter Tail Power Company jobs page.
- Click on a job title to review the posting and to apply.
- Your resume will remain on file and you may update it at any time.
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Current openings
Financial Reporting Analyst
Location
Fergus Falls, Minnesota
Responsibilities
Successful applicant will prepare and/or review internal financial reports, including variance analytics, and other ad hoc management reporting requests. Provide active and direct support in assurance of the timely and accurate preparation of periodic SEC filings; assist with the drafting of MD&A and footnote language and other disclosures by providing review and supporting documentation. Assist with FERC accounting compliance for the company including interpretation of FERC Uniform System of Accounts and training company personnel on interpretations and application. Assist with review of internal controls for financial reporting and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance. Provide support with internal and external audits and SOX reviews, including the preparation and/or review of supporting documentation. Monitor, review and interpret new or revised accounting standards or publications of the FASB, SEC or FERC and assist with implementation. Use skills for managing electronic data, prepare data extracts as needed for analysis or reporting. Provide solutions to company personnel analyzing large amounts of data and advise them on tools, technology or format to achieve their goals. Perform other research and analyses requested by management.
Qualifications
For this role we require a bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, finance or equivalent. A minimum of three years’ experience with utility operations, cost accounting or comparable business experience is preferred. Professional certification not required but encouraged. Preferred candidates will have expert skills in spreadsheets, pivot tables and database extractions. Must have strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication, analytical, and statistical analysis skills. Must have knowledge of US GAAP and awareness of SEC and FERC reporting requirements, as well as Sarbanes-Oxley compliance requirements. Knowledge of the regulated utility industry is preferred. Selected candidates will be required to complete a pre-interview assessment.
Resume deadline
April 30, 2019Apply online at Otter Tail Power Company Jobs page.
Senior Area Engineer
Location
Bemidji, Minnesota
Responsibilities
The Senior Area Engineer is responsible for the design and optimization of assets used in energy delivery in the Bemidji and Crookston areas to best meet performance, cost, and risk objectives of the company. This includes tasks associated with general delivery system planning such as; monitoring system performance, identifying, recommending, and designing projects to improve system performance, developing budgets to optimize asset life cycles, budget prioritization, project justification, and alternative analysis. The role is also responsible for management of general budgets and specific projects and will assist in expense related decisions related to managing assets. The Senior Area Engineer also provides technical expertise and assistance to all customer service personnel in the disciplines of power quality, safety, work order estimating, construction standards, NESC, NEC, IEEE, and ASTM code requirements. The Senior Area Engineer also provides after hour coverage and outage restoration assistance as necessary. The successful candidate must have the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with system stakeholders. Ideal candidates can distill information from various internal data sources to make objective decisions regarding assets. The role requires strong communication skills and a proactive and curious mind focused on continuous improvement. Candidates must be willing to travel within the Otter Tail service territory as needed.
Qualifications
For this role, we require a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or commensurate transmission and distribution engineering experience. Qualified applicants must have a combination of technical skills and experience that justify selection for this position. Selected candidates will be required to complete a pre-interview assessment.
Resume deadline
April 30, 2019Apply online at Otter Tail Power Company Jobs page.
Operator Trainee
Location
Coyote Station, Beulah, North Dakota
Responsibilities
Job duties include training to become a plant operator and requires shift work.
Applicant will be required to complete an aptitude inventory.
Qualifications
An associate degree in power plant or process technology or equivalent work experience is preferred. The applicant must be mechanically inclined, be able to wear a respirator, and must be able to lift 40 – 50 pounds.
Resume deadline
April 29, 2019Apply online at Otter Tail Power Company Jobs page.
Temporary Apprentice Electrician
Location
Fergus Falls, Minnesota
Responsibilities
Otter Tail Power Company has a temporary, 22-week Apprentice Electrician position open in Fergus Falls, MN.
Successful applicant will install control cable from exterior equipment to interior control panels. Assemble and erect high voltage steel substations and associated electrical equipment, such as transformers, circuit breakers, motor mechanisms, instrument transformers, switches, and capacitors. Will be required to work from ladders and hydraulic basket trucks at various heights. Work may be indoors or outdoors and will require travel to all parts of the Otter Tail Power Company system.
Qualifications
The applicant should have a two-year associate degree in Electrical Technology or equivalent experience. Must be able to understand wiring schematics and other prints used during fabrication and wiring of relay panels and other electrical apparatus. Must be 21 years old, have a valid driver’s license and be able to get a health card.
Resume deadline
April 23, 2019Apply online at Otter Tail Power Company Jobs page.
Temporary Utility
Location
Hoot Lake Plant, Fergus Falls, Minnesota
Responsibilities
Job duties include: carrying tools and materials, industrial janitorial duties, washing, cleaning, sweeping, shoveling, and ground maintenance. May use hand tools as required to perform duties. Performs any other tasks as assigned. After training, employee will work independently in various plant operation roles. Must perform duties consistent with all Company safety rules and use personal protective equipment as required.
Qualifications
We have a temporary, 22-week Utility position open.
The applicant must have a high school education or its equivalent, must be physically fit and be able to wear a tight-fitting respirator. Must be able to manage confined spaces and be able to work in extreme heat and cold, indoors or outdoors under difficult conditions.
Resume deadline
April 26, 2019Apply online at Otter Tail Power Company Jobs page.
Journeyman or Apprentice Lineman
Location
Langdon, North Dakota
Responsibilities
Erect, maintain or repair overhead and underground electrical distribution and transmission systems and substations; where necessary, frame and erect poles and attach necessary fixtures and equipment; string, sag and splice conductors (wires) and connect transformers and other equipment; trim tree, replace such equipment as broken insulators, split crossarms, cutouts, ties, faulty clamps or braces; perform similar replacement or repair work as necessary to clear up storm damage. Must learn to use electrical instruments, to operate hydraulic equipment and to work out of an aerial basket.
Qualifications
Must have a diploma from an accredited line worker program and a valid unrestricted interstate commercial driver’s license. Must have knowledge of electric line construction, maintenance and repair; be able to work outdoors in any weather, be able to climb, have complete knowledge of safety rules and capable of getting along well with others. Successful applicant will be expected to reside within 17 miles from permanent headquarters in Langdon, North Dakota.
Resume deadline
April 22, 2019Apply online at Otter Tail Power Company Jobs page.
