Renewable Technologist I or II- Large Corrective (Travel Team)

Deriva Energy

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Overview Deriva Energy, a portfolio company of Brookfield Renewable U.S., is a national leader in sustainable energy solutions including wind, solar, backup power, and energy management services. With over 5,100 megawatts of nonregulated renewable energy capacity, we are shaping the future of clean energy in the U.S. Position Summary The Renewables Technologist support role is responsible for the inspection and repair of electrical generating equipment and must have the ability to work with some degree of independence on many tasks. This position requires a high level of safety awareness. A Level 1 will have the capability of working with little to no supervision and will require little technical assistance. A Level 1 will also be capable of training and mentoring Associate Technologist. To reach this level the candidate must have demonstrated their ability and have received a recommendation from their manager. We are looking for a Technologist I and II to inspect and repair electrical generating equipment. This will be a traveling position 6 weeks on and 1 week off with no pay. Next class start dates 12/1 1/5

Requirements

Renewables Technologist Level I High School/GED In addition to required degree, one (1) year minimum related work experience In lieu of Associates degree and one (1) year minimum related work experience listed above, three (3) years minimum of related work experience
Renewables Technologist Level II In addition to a degree, two (2) years minimum related work experience
Valid Driver’s License required
Any travel to projects
Operate equipment including but not limited to forklifts and commercial motor vehicles
The ability to climb turbine towers (up to 400ft) daily is a requirement of this position
Exposure to mechanical, electrical, and/or other hazards
Ability to lift 75lbs individually
Walking, Climbing of stairs, ladders, and/or scaffolds
Working in all-weather outdoor conditions (extreme heat, cold, wind, rain, snow)
Exposure to noisy, dusty conditions, chemicals or solvents
Work at heights greater than 300 feet daily
Ability to pass a background check and pass a drug test
Completion of OEM or third-party technical specialty training program
Safe Working Weight Requirement: This position contains a weight restriction of 265 pounds as an essential function of the job

Nice To Haves

Renewables Technologist Level I In lieu of Associates degree and one (1) year minimum related work experience listed above, three (3) years minimum of related work experience
Renewables Technologist Level II In lieu of Associates degree or technical diploma and two (2) years minimum of related work experience listed above, four (4) years minimum of related work experience
Technical school certificate, Associates degree or higher
NCCCO rigging and signalperson (or equivalent)
DOT Health Card
Class A CDL
Additional years of wind experience (strongly preferred)

Responsibilities

Repair and maintenance of wind fleet
Perform small and large corrective tasks on wind turbines
Lead teams of technicians as assigned on tasks within areas of developed expertise
Provide mentorship and training to Associate Technologists as directed
Interact directly with customers as directed by manager
Develop technical expertise for the identification and resolution of problems and complete repairs to electrical generating equipment on an increasing number of technologies and tasks
Strive to continuously improve job-related and technical knowledge, skills and performance
Diagnose and resolve faults on wind turbines as they relate to mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic problems
Perform assigned tasks in accordance with all policy and procedures
Support business goals through safe and efficient execution of assigned tasks
Develops positive working relationships with team members and customers
Assist with scheduling, dispatching and travel coordination in support of project requirements
Oversee subcontractor activities on site as directed
Climb up to 400 ft. several times daily
Maintain a high level of safety awareness at all times
Work in a outdoor environment for an extended period of time
Operate equipment including but not limited to forklifts and commercial motor vehicles