Wind Technician Apprentice

AES•Bliss, NY

27d•$26 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

The Wind Technician Apprentice will work at a wind farm in Bliss, NY. The role is responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of wind turbine power generation equipment. AES Corporation is a Fortune 500 company leading the global energy revolution, committed to shaping a future through innovation and collaboration. They are ranked #1 globally in renewable energy sales to corporations and are dedicated to meeting Paris Agreement goals by 2050. AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Requirements

Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills.
Good decision-making skills.
Proven planning and interpersonal skills.
Capability to multi-task and prioritize work.
Ability to handle constantly evolving and emerging work priorities schedules and prioritizes work.
Ability to understand and read electrical drawings and to read, write and comprehend technical information.
Good digital literacy including Microsoft Office and other computer-based efficiency tools.
Demonstrates decision making abilities, long term developmental capabilities and networking skills.
Must have an unrestricted driver’s license and speak English.
Must meet the weight requirements for the safety equipment and wind turbine equipment.
High School Diploma or GED required.
Ability to work in mechanically and electrically oriented situations.
Previous equivalent related experience and/or as the Company may determine to be an appropriate skill level.
Successful completion of all training, education courses and/or skill level testing required by the Company for entry into this position.
Knowledge of basic electrical testing equipment, commonly used bolts and torque values.
Attention to detail and strong interpersonal skills.
Work under pressure, remaining focused and calm in the face of distractions.
Possess high safety and environmental awareness.
Ability to optimally communicate and interact with diverse groups.
Ability to continuously learn and adapt to change.
Troubleshoot complicated mechanical and electrical problems on variable pitch, variable speed turbines.
Requires climbing ladders, standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, twisting, and climbing stairs to inspect, or collect data on plant equipment.
Outdoor conditions may run from very cold to hot and humid.
Will work in confined spaces, dust, grease & oil and be exposed to loud noise.
Requires wearing personal protective safety equipment (respirators, safety glasses, hard hat, appropriate footwear, ear plugs, etc.)
Must have the ability to work at elevated spaces and be able to climb a 300-foot tower ladder daily.
Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds.
Ability to work in all weather conditions.
Must be able to operate power tools such as grease guns, impact guns and rotating saws.
Must have the ability to operate hand tools such as wrenches, pliers and screwdrivers.

Nice To Haves

Any experience with turbines by GE 1.5, Vestas V-80 and/or Siemens 2.3 turbines is a plus.
Applicants must live in the area, or be willing to move.

Responsibilities

Conduct all work activities in a professional, environmentally conscious, and safe manner.
Assure operational efficiency, unit reliability and compliance with safety and environmental standards.
Maintain and complete tactical processes in a team oriented, multi-discipline environment.
Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair wind turbine generation equipment.
Carry out troubleshooting and repair activities to ensure that wind turbine generation equipment work at the optimum levels.
Perform general and preventative maintenance on generators, pitch systems, yaw systems, cooling systems, and other wind turbine support systems.
Perform predictive, preventive and corrective maintenance.
Experience in troubleshooting and correcting mechanical issues with gearboxes, pumps and other rotating equipment.
Experience in rotating machinery alignment.
Complete other tasks as requested by the Lead Technician or Facilities Manager.
Varying day shift schedule allow up to 6 days a week of coverage.
Will also be required to respond to call outs and work overtime as needed.
Ability to enforce to and follow all safety policies.
Ability to perform inspections of safety equipment, vehicles, personal protective equipment, and plant equipment.
Must be timely and track time accurately.