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POSITION SUMMARY

Ormat Interns will be involved in many aspects of power plant operations maintenance and engineering. This is a very flexible position designed to give the Intern a basic understanding of various technical aspects of the power generation industry. The Intern will receive preliminary orientation and training and then assigned to a variety of support tasks at various departments as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Perform routine or daily tasks in support of the department they are assigned to

• Perform basic technical calculations as required

• Complete reports and documentation as assigned

• Learn and contribute to various computer based programs

• Learn basic operating principles of the department(s) they are assigned to

• Actively contribute to problem solving and process improvements

• Must be able to travel to various work locations and operate a motor vehicle within onsite premises

• Must be able to operate a vehicle in a safe manner

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Other responsibilities as assigned which may include but not be limited to computer applications, light mechanical or electrical maintenance

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED

• Must have at least 2 years of college education towards an engineering degree

• Must be self-motivated

• Must be able to operate a motor vehicle in a safe manner

• Ability to work alone or in a team

• Must have the ability to read, write and speak English at a level that will permit the employee to understand and communicate information in a manner that will enable the employee to safely and efficiently perform the job duties

• Must possess at any time a valid driver’s license with a driving record acceptable to ORMAT’s auto insurance carrier

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to work in plant operating areas including exposure to noise, vibrations, heat and cold

• Must be able to wear any required protective equipment, as required by safety procedures and regulations

• Must be able to lift a minimum of 20 pounds in awkward positions and 50 pounds from the floor to the waist

• Job requires sitting and/or standing for long periods of time with moderate bending, stooping, and kneeling

• The ability to work at a computer and computer monitor and use repetitive motion for long periods of time