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Wind Plant Technician - Farmer's City
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Reference 090064  (Please mention Stopdodo/Environment Jobs in your application)
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Location Missouri - America North
Town/City MO-Tarkio
Type Fixed Term and Permanent Roles
Status Full Time
Level First 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.

 

We have two (2) openings for Wind Plant Technician at the Farmers City Wind Farm, located near Tarkio, MO.  This position is responsible for the onsite operations, maintenance, repairs and replacement of equipment on a wind powered generation plant. Leads in all areas of plant operations as directed by the Plant Manager.  Responsibilities include: 
  • Operate and maintain the wind plant equipment.
  • 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
  • One year college or technical school certificate; or 12 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.
  • 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.)
  • Adhere to effective internal controls.
Preference may be given to candidates with the following:
  • Qualified candidates living in or near the greater local area.  
  • Experience in power plant operations and maintenance.
  • Experience in wind plant operations and turbine experience.
All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of 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.
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