Wind Technician Apprentice

AESBliss, NY
$26 - $31Onsite

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.

Benefits

  • medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • life insurance
  • 401(k) eligibility
  • paid time off (including vacation, sick leave time, and parental leave)
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