Wind Technician I Jobs

• Troubleshooting and repair of the wind turbines.
• Assists with removal and installation of components.
• Performs wind turbine controller maintenance and repair.
• Assists with high-voltage system maintenance and repair.
• Demonstrates the ability to learn
• Maintains adherence to Company policies, safety standards and good housekeeping practices.
• Interface closely with Buffalo Gap Team Leaders.
• Completes required reports and other paperwork, some of which require computer entry.
• Recognizes occurrences of wind turbine error codes and appropriately reports the problem.
• Performs routine preventive maintenance on wind turbine mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems (under direction, if needed).
• Performs wind turbine mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems troubleshooting and repairs.
• Maintains accurate care of Company tools and vehicles.
• Assists with heavy equipment (crane) rigging and directing.

• High School diploma required.
• Certificate and/or Associates of Applied Science in Wind Turbine Technology are a huge plus.
• Knowledge in a Technical Trade, Maintenance, Electrical, Instrumentation and/or Operations is strongly preferred.

• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, given proper instructions.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures manuals.
• Ability to understand and follow customary instructions in order to perform the essential functions of the position in a satisfactory manner.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
• Experience with GE 1.5, Vestas V-80 and/or Siemens 2.3 turbines is a plus.

• Successful completion of all training, education courses and/or skill level testing required by the Company for entry into this position.
• Previous equivalent related experience and/or as the Company may determine to be an appropriate skill level.
• Ability to work in mechanically and electrically oriented situations.
• Knowledge of basic electrical testing equipment, commonly used bolts and torque values.

• Must maintain a valid Texas State driver's license.

• Must be able to pass a physical exam and drug/alcohol screening.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; particulate matter and outside weather conditions. The employee can be exposed to risks of electrical hazards. The employee is occasionally exposed to hazardous chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
• Must be able to work in extreme weather conditions.
• Must be capable of rescuing team mate anywhere in tower in the event of emergency.
• Must be able to climb and work a top freestanding wind turbine towers that exceed 250 feet in height.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must be capable of lifting and/or moving up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

• Site vehicle is provided during working hours.
• Minimum of 40 hours a week with a rotating on-call schedule.
• Travel is limited to training and the occasional visit to another site to help with a specific function.

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