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Senior Wind Plant Technician, Penascal Wind Plant

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Reference 080176  (Please mention Stopdodo/Environment Jobs in your application)
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Location Texas - America North
Town/City TX-Sarita
Type Fixed Term and Permanent Roles
Status Full Time
Level Senior Level
Deadline 30/05/2009
Company Name Iberdrola Renewables
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Description
IMPORTANT:  This Advertiser has requested that applicants MUST be National Residents / Valid Work Permit-holders.  Other applicants need not apply.

 

Iberdrola Renewables is seeking a Senior Wind Plant Technician for our Penascal Wind Plant facility in Sarita, Texas. This position is responsible for the onsite operations, maintenance, repairs and replacement of equipment on a wind powered generation plant, and leads 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

 
Required 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.)
Preferred Qualifications: 
  • Experience in power plant operations and maintenance. 
  • Experience in wind plant operations and MHI turbine experience. 
  • Experience in high voltage switching and CF6 Gas Breakers.
All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of references, a background check that includes a motor vehicle (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.

 

Job Category

 Craft/Skilled/Technicians

Primary Location

TX-Sarita
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