Avangrid · 3 days ago
Wind Turbine Technician
Jacksboro, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$30.75/hr - $44.50/hr
1+ years expAvangrid Power is seeking to fill a Wind Turbine Technician opening. This position is responsible for the onsite operations, maintenance, repairs, and replacement of equipment on a wind powered generation plant and leads in all areas of plant operations as directed by the Plant Manager.
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Responsibilities
Operate and maintain wind turbine equipment along with associated infrastructure including substation, collection, and transmission systems
Read schematics and proficiently troubleshoot complicated mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic problems with variable pitch, variable speed control systems and components
Perform mechanical and electrical component repair or replacement of parts to correct malfunctions following all manufacturers' requirements
Comply with all project environmental health and safety programs
Perform preventive maintenance in accordance with OEM maintenance manuals
Adhere to effective internal controls
Perform data collection and prepare reports to meet wind plant reporting requirements
Perform various retrofits and design modifications
Perform various QA/QC functions, compile and submit supporting documents of items found. If applicable, support Construction in the Mechanical and Commissioning walk-downs
Increase professional knowledge of turbine or solar equipment, including safety regulations
Willing to work overtime on holidays, weekends, and on short notice participating in an on-call schedule
Ability and willingness to travel to other sites on short notice. About 10-15% travel may be required
Perform duties around low, medium, and high voltage
Ability to work in extremely adverse weather conditions
Qualification
Required
One year college or technical school certificate; or 12 months of related experience or wind industry training; or equivalent combination of education and experience; High School Diploma or GED
Familiarity with maintenance and electronic testing equipment. (i.e. voltage testers, amp clamps, oscilloscopes, megohmmeters, infrared testers, hydraulic torque equipment, alignment and various hand and power tools)
Advanced computer skills utilizing word processing, spreadsheets, email, facility control, management and reporting systems, including the use of computerized diagnostic, and troubleshooting tools
Ability to climb towers up to 100 meters daily to perform maintenance in the nacelle and hub
Ability to frequently lift items weighing up to 60 pounds and occasionally lift items up to 100 pounds
Ability to work with electrical wires and differentiate between color coded wires
Ability to interpret and follow a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
Knowledge of heavy equipment required for facility maintenance with a working knowledge of crane and rigging requirements
Demonstrated teamwork, initiative and positive attitude
Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
Weight must not exceed 285lbs excluding equipment/gear worn when performing job related tasks
Preferred
Experience in power plant operations and maintenance
Experience in wind and solar plant construction, operation, and maintenance; including, specific experience in wind turbine and solar power converters and inverters
Experience in high voltage switching
Related experiences gained in fields that require a strong electrical and mechanical aptitude
Qualified candidates living in or near the greater local area
Company
Avangrid
Avangrid, Inc.
Founded in 1997Orange, Connecticut, USA
5001-10000 employees
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