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Wind Technician I Jobs

Company

EDP Renewables North America
Address , Dwight, 60420, Il
Employment type FULL_TIME
Salary
Expires 2023-07-23
Posted at 11 months ago
Job Description
Job Details

Description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Exciting entry-level position, the Wind Technician I is an essential member of the Wind Farm that is responsible for the on-site operations, maintenance, repairs, and replacement of equipment at one of EDPR NA’s wind-energy generation sites. Tasks include but are not limited to completing Lock-Out-Tag-Out (LOTO), Tail Board, and documentation that is necessary to support wind turbine maintenance safely. This team member will also conduct inspections of equipment, tools, and facilities for compliance with EDPR policies, governmental safety guidelines, and environmental regulations. The ideal candidate is seeking an opportunity to showcase their knowledge and skills in a dynamic team setting with a passion for renewable energy as EDPR is changing tomorrow now!
Main Accountabilities:
  • Ensure proper operation and maintenance of wind turbines and associated wind plant equipment including substation and tower switchgear
  • Document all work performed using computer-based service reporting procedures
  • Proactively look for improvement opportunities to job-appropriate processes and procedures and communicate through appropriate channels or implement improvements using the appropriate control management protocol
  • Participate in on-the-job training with on-site personnel
  • Work with and respond to EDPRs Remote Operations Control Center when necessary to coordinate remote operations
  • Additional duties as required
  • Demonstrate and promote integrity, strong initiative, and teamwork
  • Adhere to internal controls in effect
  • Identify gaps in safety standards and safety risks in the environment, implement effective risk mitigation and provide recommendations to higher-level technical staff and management
  • Complete all required training in a satisfactory manner and timeframe
  • Comply with all pertinent environmental health and safety programs and act as a safety role model
Direct reports: None
Travel: Up to 10%
Minimum qualifications:
  • High school diploma or equivalent; technical school education preferred
  • Willingness and ability to pass a background investigation and drug test
  • Valid driver’s license with safe driving record
  • The ideal candidate should have a strong mechanical background, specifically gearing-related.
Preferred:
  • Familiarity with maintenance and electronic testing equipment (e.g., voltage testers, amp clamps, hydraulic torque equipment, alignment tools, various hand, and power tools) and with heavy equipment required for facility maintenance including working knowledge of crane and rigging requirements.
  • 1 – 2 years relevant experience in wind energy or a related industry.
  • Experience with power plant operations and maintenance, wind plant operations and turbines (including turbine power converters specifically), high voltage switching, and post-operational repair and maintenance of turbines.
  • Understanding of Microsoft products and/or complementing products.
  • Proficient knowledge SQL Server software, facility management and reporting systems, and computerized diagnostic and troubleshooting tools
Behavioral requirements:
  • Able to effectively collaborate with employees at all professional levels and ability to respectfully follow supervision and support initiatives.
  • Ability to read, interpret and understand drawings and schematics to validate work activity and ensure that risks are identified and mitigated.
  • Basic computer operation skills, familiarity with internet-based program navigation, and ability to generate and interpret computer data.
Physical demands & working conditions:
  • Walking: Ability to walk .25 to .5 miles per day, including across unpaved and rough surfaces when on wind farm sites
  • Tolerance to Extreme Weather Conditions: Ability to work in adverse weather conditions 25% of the time while on wind farm sites
  • Climbing:
    • Ability to climb turbine towers in excess of 100 meters in height to access the work area
    • Weight must not exceed 275 pounds, excluding equipment/gear worn when performing job-related tasks, to be in accordance with the ANSI Fall Protection Standards.
  • Speech/Reading: Ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently and deliver a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or scheduled form
  • Vision/Hearing: Ability to interpret and follow a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form
  • Safety: Ability to understand and communicate safety precautions when necessary
  • Lifting: Ability to frequently lift items weighing up to 50 pounds
  • Weight must not exceed 275 pounds, excluding equipment/gear worn when performing job-related tasks, to be in accordance with the ANSI Fall Protection Standards.
  • Ability to climb turbine towers in excess of 100 meters in height to access the work area
  • Sitting/Standing/Flexibility: Ability to frequently perform physical tasks including standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching approximately 75% of the time while on wind farm sites; ability to stand and sit for 8 or more hours when in an office environment

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better.

Preferred

Technical/other training or better.
Vocational Training or better.

Experience

Preferred

1-2 years: relevant experience in wind energy or a related industry

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)