Wind Technician

Invenergy is North America’s largest privately held developer, owner, and operator of power infrastructure. With 25 years of trusted execution, we deliver reliable, affordable energy through a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, solar, land-based wind, energy storage, transmission, and domestic manufacturing. Headquartered in Chicago, we develop, own, and operate large-scale projects that power communities and support the energy future.

About The Site

Upstream Wind Energy is a 202.5 MW wind power generation facility located in Neligh, NE utilizing GE 2.5-116 WTG turbine technology. Prairie Breeze II Wind Energy is a 73.4 MW wind power generation facility located in Elgin, NE utilizing GE 1.79-100 WTG turbine technology. Prairie Breeze III Wind Energy is a 35.8 MW wind power generation facility located in Elgin, NE utilizing GE 1.79-100 WTG turbine technology.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine mechanical and electrical maintenance on GE wind turbines and associated equipment
• Climb wind turbine towers daily, wearing all required safety equipment, to inspect, maintain, or repair equipment
• Understand electrical and mechanical functions of all components of a wind turbine generator and associated equipment
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical faults; repair and/or replace components
• Maintain company tooling, facilities and equipment and a clean safe work environment
• Work a 40-hour work week and be subject to scheduled and unscheduled overtime. The work schedule will vary during peak maintenance periods

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One (1) year technical experience (mechanical, electrical, etc.) and/or technical education
• Must be able to work outdoors in inclement weather, climb ladders without assistance, and work at heights greater than 80 meters (250 feet)
• Ability to move and manipulate up to 45 kg (100 pounds)
• Weight must not exceed 120 kg (265 lbs.) excluding equipment/gear worn when performing job-related tasks
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future

This is a safety-sensitive position. Individuals receiving conditional offers of employment will be subject to drug testing and must receive a negative result to begin working for the company.

Pay

Base Pay: $29.49 - $49.97 USD hourly

Bonus: 0% - 10% (based on individual and company performance)

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k
• Profit sharing
• Paid time off