Associate Technician – GE

About the role

As a Technician II, you will help perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of wind turbines. You will interpret fault reports, maintain power generation reports, and service logs in the computer databases, and monitor turbine performance. You will work independently on many electrical and mechanical components. The opportunity to work as a leader in the Lock Out Tag Out program is also available.

Responsibilities

• Support with mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems troubleshooting and repairs to support a site
• Complete all relevant paperwork, including work order cards, checklists, AWPs etc.
• Recognize occurrences of wind turbine error codes and appropriately report the issue
• Replacement of major turbine components e.g. generators and gearboxes
• Aid with high-voltage system maintenance and repair

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1+ years’ experience as a Wind Turbine Technician
• Valid driver’s license (NON CDL or CDL) with a clean driving record
• Ability to read and interpret documents, and follow instructions, such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures manuals
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, given proper instructions
• Ability to deal with problems involving at least one concrete variable in standardized situations
• Must be capable of passing a physical exam and drug/alcohol screening
• Physical fitness to lift and move up to 100 pounds, free climb 300 ft multiple times a day while wearing 25+ lbs. of climbing gear, and work in extreme weather conditions
• Capable of rescuing teammates anywhere in the tower in the event of an emergency

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Engineering or related field is a bonus, but not required
• Must be physically fit enough to free climb 300 ft multiple times a day while wearing 25+ lbs. of climbing gear and work in extreme weather conditions
• Must be capable of rescuing teammates anywhere in the tower in the event of an emergency

Skills

• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems
• Ability to perform routine preventive maintenance on wind turbines
• Ability to perform unscheduled maintenance consisting of troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems
• Adherence to company policies, safety standards, and good housekeeping practices
• Ability to learn advanced troubleshooting and repair of the wind turbines
• Establishment and maintenance of general safety from the system / Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO)

Benefits

• 401k with immediately vested, generous company match. Starting after your 6th month
• Generous PTO, Excellent Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits
• Competitive Compensation
• Personalized and Ongoing Training

Pay

Competitive Compensation

Schedule

Hours vary based on the needs of the business.

DWT Culture

What sets us apart is our intense focus on our customers, employees, and culture. Our Mission: To be the most trusted O&M partner to wind farm owners. Our Vision: To empower the Americas’ achievement of 100% renewable energy, one wind turbine at a time. How do we accomplish this? By building a team and a culture with the core values that are: Transparent, Innovative, Guiding (advisor and partner), Efficient and Reliable. We call ourselves TIGERs and we hope you get an opportunity to join us someday!

EEO Statement

Deutsche Windtechnik is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, protected veteran or military status, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.