Associate Gearbox & Generator Repair Technologist (Traveling)

Deriva Energy•Remote South Dakota - CST, IL

About The Position

Deriva Energy is seeking an Associate Technologist to support its fleet assets as an entry-level and initial training role on the Gearbox & Generator Repair team. The position trains employees to perform less technically difficult work. Under close supervision and established safety and technical procedures, trainees learn and perform increasingly difficult semi-technical duties. As they become proficient, they perform routine tasks under general supervision and assist higher-level technicians with more complex work. Level 1 employees have received initial DRA training and completed the core concepts knowledge requirement, and work alongside a Level 2, 3, or 4 technician. Instruction and oversight are provided as new or unusual situations arise. The role requires 80% travel throughout the United States and outdoor work in a wide variety of conditions. The technologist develops technical expertise in identifying, resolving problems with, and repairing wind turbine gearboxes and generators. When not performing specialty work, the employee assists facility staff as needed at the assigned location.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to work outdoors for extended periods in a wide variety of conditions.
Ability to work from a suspended platform or lift.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Meet the job's 265-pound weight restriction for safe use of weight-rated equipment.
Ability to drive 40 or more hours per week while traveling between wind farms.
Ability to adapt to schedule changes caused by unforeseen delays.
Proficiency with tablets and computers.

Nice To Haves

One or more years of electrical and mechanical experience.
Knowledge of basic electricity, mechanical fundamentals, and environmental, health, and safety fundamentals.
Ability to work with individuals from diverse socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
Good written and oral communication skills in English.
Gearbox repair experience or specific manufacturing training certificates.
Mechanical repair experience.
Understanding of basic project management principles.
Based in the Midwest or Southern United States to streamline travel logistics and reduce transit time.

Responsibilities

Develop technical expertise in identifying, resolving problems with, and repairing wind turbine gearboxes and generators.
Support business goals and objectives through effective planning and organization of work activities.
Prepare technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations, and sketches.
Continually improve job-related technical and professional knowledge, skills, and performance.
Develop positive working relationships and coordinate work activities effectively.
Demonstrate effective oral and written communication and maintain accurate records and files.
Assist facility staff in other capacities when not engaged in technical specialty work.
Represent the company positively and professionally and maintain a high level of safety awareness.
Work outdoors for extended periods and operate equipment, including forklifts.
Work as scheduled during the week; some on-call weekend work may be required by the manager.