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Senior Wind Plant Technician, Locust Ridge Wind Plant

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Reference 080135  (Please mention Stopdodo/Environment Jobs in your application)
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Location Pennsylvania - America North
Town/City Pennsylvania-Mahanoy City
Type Fixed Term and Permanent Roles
Status Full Time
Level Senior Level
Deadline 30/05/2009
Company Name Iberdrola Renewables
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IMPORTANT:  This Advertiser has requested that applicants MUST be National Residents / Valid Work Permit-holders.  Other applicants need not apply.

 

Iberdrola Renewables, an international renewable energy development company with headquarters in Portland, OR and Radnor, PA, is seeking a Senior Wind Plant Technician located at our Locust Ridge Wind Plant in Mahanoy City, Pennsylvania.  
This position is responsible for the onsite operations, maintenance, repairs and replacement of equipment on a wind powered generation plant. The Senior Wind Plant Technician will lead in all areas of plant operations as directed by the Plant Manager. Responsibilities include: 
  • Operate and maintain the wind plant equipment.
  • Read schematics to troubleshoot complicated mechanical and electrical problems with variable pitch, variable speed control systems and components. 
  • Perform mechanical and electrical component repair or replacement of parts to correct malfunctions following all manufacturers' requirements.
  • Comply with all project environmental health and safety programs.
  • Perform preventive maintenance in accordance with OEM maintenance manuals.
  • Adhere to effective internal controls.
Qualifications
 
  • Two year college or technical school certificate; or 18 months of related experience or wind industry training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
  • Ability to climb 80 meter steel towers on a daily basis to perform maintenance in the nacelle and hub.
  • Ability to frequently lift items weighing 1 to 60 pounds and occasionally lift items from 61 to 100 pounds.
  • Advanced computer skills utilizing word processing, spreadsheets, email, facility control, management and reporting systems.  Including the use of computerized diagnostic and troubleshooting tools. 
  • Ability to interpret and follow a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
  • Possession of comprehensive writing skills to meet contractual reporting obligations. 
  • Willing to work overtime on holidays, weekends, and on short notice. Participates in an on-call schedule. 
  • Ability to work in extremely adverse weather conditions.
  • Ability to work around low and medium voltage.
  • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
  • Knowledgeable of heavy equipment required for facility maintenance with a working knowledge of crane and rigging requirements. 
  • Familiarity with maintenance and electronic testing equipment.  (i.e. voltage testers, amp clamps, oscilloscopes, meghommeters, infrared testers, hydraulic torquing, alignment and various hand and power tools.)
  • Adheres to effective internal controls.
Preference may be given to candidates with the following: 
  • Experience in power plant operations and maintenance. 
  • Experience in wind plant operations and turbine experience. 
  • Experience in high voltage switching.
  • Experience working with Gamesa turbines

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-interview technical aptitude test, references, a background check that includes an MVR report, drug screen, verification of legal right to work in the U.S., and a post-employment physical exam.  IBERDROLA RENEWABLES is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About IBERDROLA RENEWABLES
IBERDROLA RENEWABLES is a clean energy company, recognized as a market leader in wind power and gas storage. The company provides optimized energy solutions tailored to meet the needs of wholesale and large commercial and industrial customers. We plan to maintain and grow our position by bringing new products to market and by aggressively growing our existing portfolio of owned and/or operated assets. To achieve our goals we are looking for talented individuals who thrive in a dynamic and performance-based environment.
Working at IBERDROLA RENEWABLES
The company provides opportunities for innovative people to bring responsible solutions to the market. We are looking for energetic team players. If collaboration, creating value and innovation are what you're seeking, you've come to the right place. We embrace diversity and value what each of our employees can bring to the table. We offer highly competitive pay and benefits and career growth opportunities. Our pay packages include individual bonus opportunity, educational assistance, generous paid time off, and a comprehensive range of benefits.
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