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Brookfield Renewable U.S. · 2 weeks ago

Lead Wind Technician

Kingman, AZ

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Brookfield Renewable U.S. is focused on renewable energy solutions, and they are seeking a Lead Wind Technician to oversee maintenance and operations of their wind and solar assets. This role includes training technicians and performing hands-on troubleshooting and maintenance of wind turbine and solar generation systems.

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Responsibilities

Follow all health, safety, security, and environmental procedures, observe safe working practices, and maintain a safe working environment

Plan and execute all mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical component maintenance on multiple wind turbine platforms

Perform and train others on complex troubleshooting including but not limited to PLC systems, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and mechanical systems on multiple turbine platforms

Repair and replace all components associated with multiple wind turbine platforms

Travel and assist remote assets as needed

Participate in a rotating On Call shift as required

Use electrical test equipment to verify isolation and assist in troubleshooting of complex systems

Perform High, Medium and Low Voltage switching and assist with training others

Help in all areas of site operations as directed by Operations Manager with minimal supervision

Operate and maintain a company vehicle

Use and maintain company-issued tools

Read and comprehend electrical and hydraulic schematics

Perform Contractor Monitoring as required

Document inventory, time, and work descriptions in a computer-based management system

Qualification

Wind turbine maintenancePLC programmingHigh voltage systemsMechanical systemsHydraulic systemsElectrical systemsOSHA safety standardsWindows softwareTeam training

Required

Possess a high school diploma or GED and have a minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience performing maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs on variable pitch, variable speed wind turbines

Ability to climb multiple towers per day up to 90 meters unassisted, in various weather conditions to perform maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs

Ability to lift, move, place, and/or handle objects up to 50lbs unassisted and up to 100lbs assisted

Ability to work with and differentiate between color-coded electrical wires

Ability to complete all Brookfield HSSE requirements within 3 months of onboarding

Experience with repair and maintenance of wind turbine/generator systems and related equipment as follows: electrical, mechanical, hydraulic as well as PLC programming and troubleshooting skills and ability to perform related essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations

Hold a valid US Driver's License

Knowledge of Windows based software including Outlook, Excel, and Word

Experience with related mechanical and electrical OSHA safety standards

Experience with Brookfield HSS&E Program and Culture