Wind Plant Technician

Responsibilities Include:   

• Operate and maintain wind turbines and associated wind plant equipment, including substation and tower switchgear.
• Read schematics to troubleshoot complicated mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic 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.

• 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.
• Weight must not exceed 285 lbs (excluding equipment/gear) when performing job related tasks.
• Knowledge 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, megohmmeters, infrared testers, hydraulic torque equipment, alignment and various hand and power tools.)
• Willingness and desire to increase professional knowledge of turbine equipment, including safety regulations. 
• Willing to travel to other wind sites within U.S as required.
• If selected for an interview, candidates will be asked to review the Functional Job Analysis requirements for this job.

Preference may be given to candidates with the following:

• Experience in power plant operations and maintenance. 
• Experience in wind plant operations and turbine experience, including specific experience in wind turbine power converters.
• Experience in high voltage switching.
• Qualified candidates living in or near the greater local area.  

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a medical Fit for Duty exam, background and reference check, drug screen, verification of legal right to work in the U.S., and in some cases, a credit check.  A credit check will be administered when a prospective employee will be working in Finance, Accounting, Treasury or where duties may involve handling of funds, accounts or cash. A Motor Vehicle (MVR) check will be administered when a prospective employee will be regularly using a company vehicle. Iberdrola Renewables is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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