Wind Technician

Reporting to the Wind Site Manager, the Wind Technician is responsible for assisting in the performance of wind turbine mechanical, hydraulic, and electric component maintenance. The primary objective is to maintain safe, effective, efficient, and profitable wind turbine operation.

Responsibilities

Follow safety procedures, observe safe working practices, and maintain a safe working environment under direct supervision; Shadow and assist experienced technicians in the performance of wind turbine mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical component maintenance; Document all work performed, parts used, and time spent using computer-based service reporting procedures; Maintain hand tools in good working order and well organized; Operate and maintain a service vehicle; Work a flexible on-call schedule when needed, including weeknights, weekends, and holidays; Demonstrate a strong willingness to learn and accept guidance from supervising technicians and site leadership; Pass an advancement exam and oral board upon training program completion within six months from hire; Assist in troubleshooting and repair of SCADA communication systems; Help in all areas of site operations as directed by Site Lead and Site Manager with minimal supervision; Troubleshoot complicated mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical problems on variable pitch, variable speed wind turbines; Assist in the training and development of lower level operation and maintenance personnel; Perform all mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical component maintenance, repair and replacement to correct malfunctions; Read and understand electrical schematics and wiring diagrams; Use electrical test equipment to assist in troubleshooting and testing; Lead maintenance and troubleshooting crews as necessary; Safely perform LOTO and mentor lower level technicians in LOTO; Perform balance of plant and switchyard work as required

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED required, or willing to obtain within the first 6 months of employment; Able to climb towers unassisted up to 300 feet; Job will require standing outside the nacelle and nosecone at the top of the turbine; Able to work safely in a confined space; Must possess a valid driver’s license and good driving record; Demonstrable mechanical aptitude; No prior electrical experience required; Able to safely work in a wide range of adverse climates and environments; Able to travel as required; Knowledge of and the ability to use various hand tools; Able to communicate verbally and in writing; Able to create, edit, or modify Microsoft Word and Excel documents; Possess demonstrable mechanical aptitude and basic electrical knowledge gained through direct work experience; Qualifying backgrounds include electrical work in a construction trade, employment in a power generation or utility environment, or experience as a licensed or apprentice electrician; Able to work with electrical wires and differentiate between color-coded wires; Able to work without direct supervision during performance of work; Able to meet the requirements of Clearway Energy Group’s Qualified Electrical Worker program; An Associate’s degree (electrical or technical) and six months turbine experience, or a high school diploma/GED and one-year wind turbine experience; Have an in depth understanding of the different components of the wind turbine including the electrical pitch system, computerized control system, and the power conversion unit as well as knowledge and understanding of OEM approved mechanical maintenance methods and practices; Possess the skills to perform mechanical and electrical equipment repairs; An Associate’s degree (electrical or technical) and two years turbine experience, or a high school diploma/GED and three-year wind turbine experience

Nice to have

Ability to read schematics and wiring diagrams is preferred; Previous experience in SAP is preferred.

Benefits

annual cash bonus; generous PTO; medical; dental & vision care; HSAs with company contributions; health FSAs; dependent daycare FSAs; commuter benefits; relocation; 401(k) plan with employer match; life & accident insurances; fertility programs; adoption assistance; generous parental leave; tuition reimbursement; benefits for employees in same-sex marriages, civil unions & domestic partnerships