Advanced Drivetrain Technician - LTE [Remote]

About the role

EDF power solutions North America has been providing clean energy solutions throughout the U.S., Canada, and Mexico since 1987. We are a market-leading independent power producer and service provider, serving utilities, corporations, industries, communities, institutions, and investors with reliable, low-carbon energy solutions that help meet growing demand. From developing and building scalable wind (onshore and offshore), solar, storage (battery and pumped storage hydro), smart EV charging, microgrids, green hydrogen, and transmission projects, to maximizing performance and profitability through skilled operations and maintenance and innovative asset optimization, our teams deliver expert solutions along the entire value chain—from origination to commercial operation. Be a part of an innovative and collaborative team environment that fosters our goal of delivering renewable solutions to lead the transition to a sustainable energy future.

Responsibilities

• Aid in MCR specialized services
• Assist Drivetrain Specialist in training EDF crews with crane calling and rigging procedures & qualifications
• Perform large corrective repairs and R&R of major components independently when necessary
• Oversee the safe operation of EDF and contractor employees during the removal & replacement (R&R) of major components, and large corrective in-situ repairs of renewable energy assets
• Assist with projects requiring special skills, such as R&R of major components and in-situ repair of major components
• Develop tooling and fixtures to perform large corrective repairs
• Travel to other sites to support Site Managers as needed
• Assist with developing, writing, and training work procedures and control instructions for heavy lift operations with the assistance of PDS Technical Writer
• Process standardization and continuous improvement tasks, including quality control during the removal & replacement (R&R) of major components, and large corrective in-situ repairs
• Provide high-quality workmanship with the goal of increasing safety, performance, and efficiency
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Advanced Wind technician experience
• Experience working with current renewable energy technologies
• High school diploma or equivalent, or up to one year related experience or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Successfully complete applicable safety and technical training program for advanced wind technician
• Basic computer knowledge
• Ability to follow both verbal and written instructions
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of EDF Renewable’s Safety & Quality policies, procedures, and work instructions
• Basic functional knowledge of MS Word and PowerPoint
• Ability to read and comprehend schematic drawings
• Ability to work at heights, including climbing up and descending towers of various heights
• Ability to work with and provide hands-on training to other technicians
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions, including cold, rain, wind, etc.
• Mechanical, electrical, and controls aptitude as expressed by prior performance of some of the responsibilities described above
• Proof of a current driver’s license and clean driving record, to operate company vehicles (field trucks) both on site as well as on public roads and highways