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Clearway Energy Group · 4 hours ago

Wind Technician

Fort Bridger, Wyoming, United States

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry, Mid, Senior Level

$45K/yr - $90K/yr

0+ years exp

Clearway Energy Group is leading the transition to a world powered by clean energy. The Wind Technician is responsible for assisting in the performance of wind turbine mechanical, hydraulic, and electric component maintenance to ensure safe and efficient operation of wind turbines.

ConstructionEnergyRenewable Energy

No H1B

Responsibilities

Follow safety procedures, observe safe working practices and maintain a safe working environment

Assist in the performance of wind turbine mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical component maintenance

Documents all work performed, parts used and time spent using computer based service reporting procedures

Assist in troubleshooting and repair of SCADA communication systems

Operate and maintain a service vehicle

Maintain hand tools in good working order and well organized

Work a flexible on call schedule when needed. This may include weeknights, weekends, and holidays

Willingness to progress as a technician and take guidance from superiors

Help in all areas of site operations as directed by Site Lead and Site Manager with minimal supervision

Work a flexible on call schedule when needed. This may include weeknights, weekends, and holidays

Other duties as assigned within the level I scope

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

Other duties as assigned within the level II or III scope, respectively

Qualification

Wind turbine maintenanceElectrical knowledgeMechanical aptitudeSCADA troubleshootingElectrical schematicsLOTO proceduresMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelSafety proceduresHand tool usageColor code differentiationConfined space workDriving skillsSAP experienceCommunication skillsTeamworkAdaptability

Required

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

Possess demonstrable mechanical aptitude and basic electrical knowledge. Able to work with electrical wires and differentiate between color coded wires

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 and able to work without direct supervision during performance of work

Able to create, edit or modify Microsoft Word and Excel documents

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

Able to work with electrical wires and differentiate between color coded wires

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