Travelling Wind Generator Technician

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for the operations, maintenance, QA/QC inspections, retrofits, commissioning, and repair of wind turbine generators.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical problems, including repair or replacement of parts to correct failures.
• Analyze problems, collaborate in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) execution, and perform needed repairs or replacement of parts.
• Perform testing and execute tasks assigned by the Field Services Manager, in alignment with the site manager, with minimal supervision.
• Use schematics, blueprints, and work instructions to execute assigned services.
• Take direction from the Site Manager and coordinate with the direct manager.
• Inform management of any issues preventing the safe execution of assigned services.
• Complete required reporting of assigned services.
• Use company-provided equipment, resources, and instructions for service execution.
• Adhere to company policies, environmental health and safety policies, and good housekeeping practices.
• Identify gaps in safety standards and safety risks in the work environment, providing recommendations to management.
• Ensure tasks are performed according to organizational requirements for quality management, environmental, health, and safety standards, policies, and procedures.
• Work as a Repair Technician following “JPR2.032.C Repair Technician” in Milwaukee, WI, for periods not requiring travel.
• Report work hours in a timely manner when traveling per company guidelines.
• Complete other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience required, preferably in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• 1+ year experience as a Wind Technician preferred.
• Experience performing maintenance tasks preferred.
• Basic electrical and mechanical knowledge, with the ability to troubleshoot issues and identify root causes.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret Engineering Change Orders, repair manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
• Knowledge of electrical principles and concepts.
• Proficiency in using various hand and power tools, measuring devices, testing devices, and equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose electrical, mechanical, or hydraulic problems preferred.
• Electrical testing experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative to accomplish tasks.
• Willingness to travel for extended periods, work extended hours, and be available on short notice.
• Ability to work in adverse and extreme weather conditions and in confined spaces.
• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
• Service-oriented with good communication, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to read and speak Spanish preferred.
• Physical ability to climb wind turbine towers up to 300 feet in height, up to 3 times a day, and handle repetitive weight (50+ lbs).
• Associate Degree in Engineering or other relevant technical degree required.
• Wind Turbine Technician degree or similar preferred.
• 1+ years relevant work experience required, in lieu of degree.
• OSHA-10, NFPA 70E, First Aid/CPR, Climbing, and Tower Rescue certificates preferred.