WIND TECHNICIAN I

EDP Energias de Portugal S.A. • Payne, OH

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Wind Technician I is an entry-level member of a wind farm team responsible for on-site operations, maintenance, repairs, and equipment replacement at an EDPR NA wind-energy generation site. The role supports safe turbine maintenance by completing Lock-Out-Tag-Out (LOTO), Tail Board, and required documentation. The technician also inspects equipment, tools, and facilities for compliance with company policies, governmental safety guidelines, and environmental regulations.

The position works with site personnel and, when needed, EDPR’s Remote Operations Control Center to coordinate remote operations. It requires following environmental health and safety programs, documenting work through computer-based service reporting procedures, completing required training, and participating in on-the-job training. The role involves work at wind farm sites, climbing turbine towers over 100 meters, and working in adverse weather conditions. Travel is up to 10%.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong mechanical background, specifically related to gearing.
• Understanding of Microsoft products and complementary products.
• Willingness and ability to pass a background investigation and drug test.
• Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record.
• Ability to collaborate with employees at all professional levels, respectfully follow supervision, and support initiatives.
• Basic computer operation skills, familiarity with internet-based program navigation, and ability to generate and interpret computer data.
• Ability to read, interpret, and understand drawings and schematics to validate work activity and ensure risks are identified and mitigated.
• Ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently and deliver instructions in written, verbal, diagram, or scheduled form.
• Ability to understand and communicate safety precautions when necessary.
• Ability to frequently stand, sit, walk, kneel, bend, twist, squat, and reach while on wind farm sites; sit and stand for eight or more hours in an office environment.
• Ability to walk 0.25 to 0.5 miles per day, including over unpaved and rough surfaces at wind farm sites.
• Ability to frequently lift items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to climb turbine towers exceeding 100 meters to access work areas.
• Weight must be between 125 and 275 pounds, excluding worn equipment and gear, to comply with ANSI Fall Protection Standards.
• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions 25% of the time while on wind farm sites.

Nice To Haves

• Technical school education.
• One to two years of relevant experience in wind energy or a related industry.
• Experience with power plant operations and maintenance, wind plant operations and turbines, including turbine power converters, high-voltage switching, and post-operational turbine repair and maintenance.
• Familiarity with maintenance and electronic testing equipment, such as voltage testers, amp clamps, hydraulic torque equipment, alignment tools, and hand and power tools.
• Familiarity with heavy equipment used for facility maintenance, including working knowledge of crane and rigging requirements.
• Proficient knowledge of SQL Server software, facility management, reporting systems, and computerized diagnostic and troubleshooting tools.

Responsibilities

• Ensure proper operation and maintenance of wind turbines and associated wind plant equipment, including substations and tower switchgear.
• Identify opportunities to improve job-appropriate processes and procedures, communicating them through appropriate channels or implementing them using the appropriate control management protocol.
• Identify gaps in safety standards and environmental safety risks, implement risk mitigation, and provide recommendations to higher-level technical staff and management.
• Demonstrate and promote integrity, initiative, and teamwork.
• Comply with environmental health and safety programs and act as a safety role model.
• Work with and respond to EDPR’s Remote Operations Control Center when necessary to coordinate remote operations.
• Complete required training satisfactorily and within the required timeframe.
• Participate in on-the-job training with on-site personnel.
• Document all work using computer-based service reporting procedures.
• Adhere to internal controls in effect.
• Perform additional duties as required.

Benefits

• A flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits.
• Opportunities for development and internal mobility.
• Positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED