MCE Lead Wind Technician

Audubon Companies•Houston, TX

11h•Onsite

About The Position

Wind Turbine Major Component Exchange Lead Technicians specialize in large corrective exchanges at the assigned Wind Turbine site through established procedures with the highest regard for health, safety, and environment compliance. MCE Lead technicians carry out tasks such as cleaning, organizing, disassembly and assembly of large components of wind turbines. As required, they assist & Direct work in, dismantling, erecting, aligning, adjusting, and/or maintaining machinery and equipment according to installation manuals, work instructions, layout plans, blueprints, and other drawings. They are required to climb vertically at least 300 feet to work at heights. Certified Wind Turbine Technicians must maintain all certifications required for the position. MCE technicians are assigned to multiple projects over a rotation period and is expected to travel to remote client sites. The MCE Lead tech will be responsible for timely reporting of crew activities, task completions, and safety concerns to management.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Direct Turbine Specific experience is required.
MCE experience required with additional knowledge in lifting operations.
Must be able to read and interpret documents such as safety regulations, assembly/disassembly, operation and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Self-motivated with high level of integrity.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Must have a team-driven attitude and professional customer service skills.
Ability to work on a diverse team.
Ability to use technology apps and devices.
Must have a valid ID.

Nice To Haves

Active GWO Basic Safety Training certificate preferred.
Renewable energy experience desired.

Responsibilities

Work with site leadership to execute all contractual obligations and activities set forth with the customers daily, which can include any portion of the electrical, mechanical or balance-of-plant equipment on site.
Act as a lead team member to support site work.
Will be required to supervise field work onsite focusing on Safety, Quality, and Efficiency.
Conduct daily safety and task planning discussions.
Interact with vendors and customers in a professional manner.
Will be required to conduct Pre-task planning, JHA’s, and RA’s.
Perform repairs or replacements of mechanical, hydraulic and/or electrical components to correct malfunctions.
Perform large component exchanges on Wind Turbine Generators (WTG).
Will be required to oversee lifting operations following skills verification of Large Components and ability to create, review, correct, and amend lifting plans.
On occasion Conduct maintenance of equipment (Cleaning, greasing, lubrication, etc.).
Lead and assist with other daily work activities, related to all areas of site operations, as directed by management, with minimal supervision.
Coordinate with engineering support team when in need of additional troubleshooting/ diagnostic assistance.
Properly document all work in a variety of electronic formats.
Will be required to perform LOTO of equipment as an Authorized Person.
Demonstrate the proper usage of PPE and compliance to procedures.
Complete and maintain required company and client documentation and records, using computer-based service reporting tools and procedures.
Clean and organize tools, equipment, and work area including sweeping, mopping, wiping oil, grease, solvent spills.
Operate a motor vehicle safely and legally per the Audubon Employee Handbook and insurance requirements.
Maintain required training certifications for position held. These include at a minimum: OSHA 10, NFPA 70E, CPR/AED - First Aid.
Perform Torqueing/tensioning of multiple bolted connections in compliance with installation manuals and bolt torque specifications.
Test electrical components and systems, as well as mechanical and hydraulic systems.
Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical malfunctions.
Ability to read and interpret schematics by various Wind Turbine manufacturers.
Be able to assist and provide 1st aid when needed as well as perform tower rescues should the need arrive.