Wind Technician II

EDP Renewables•Waverly, KS

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Wind Technician II is an intermediate-level member of the wind farm team, responsible for on-site operations, maintenance, repairs, and equipment replacement at an EDPR NA operating wind energy generation site. The role includes completing Lock-Out-Tag-Out (LOTO), Tail Board, and other documentation needed to support safe wind turbine maintenance. The technician also inspects equipment, tools, and facilities for compliance with company policies, governmental safety guidelines, and environmental regulations. The position is based onsite at Waverly Wind Farm in Waverly, Kansas, and may require travel up to 10%.

Requirements

Valid driver’s license and ability to operate a motor vehicle.
At least 1 year of college or technical school education, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
2–5 years of relevant experience in wind energy or a related industry.
Proficiency with MS Office, SQL Server software, facility management and reporting systems, and computerized diagnostics and troubleshooting tools.
Familiarity with maintenance and electronic testing equipment, including voltage testers, amp clamps, oscilloscopes, megohmmeters, infrared testers, hydraulic torque equipment, alignment tools, hand and power tools, and heavy equipment used for facility maintenance.
Working knowledge of crane and rigging requirements.
Ability to collaborate effectively 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 and identify and mitigate risks.
Ability to perform physical tasks such as standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching for approximately 75% of the time on wind farm sites; ability to stand and sit for 8 or more hours in an office environment.
Ability to walk 0.25 to 0.5 miles per day across unpaved and rough surfaces on wind farm sites.
Proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing English and ability to deliver instructions in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form.
Ability to frequently lift items weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to climb turbine towers over 100 meters high to access work areas.
Weight must be between 125 and 275 pounds, excluding equipment or gear worn for job-related tasks, in accordance with ANSI Fall Protection Standards.
Ability to interpret and follow written, verbal, diagram, or schedule-based instructions.
Ability to work in adverse weather conditions 25% of the time while on wind farm sites.
Ability to understand and communicate safety precautions when necessary.

Nice To Haves

Understanding of Microsoft products and/or complementary products.
Competency in analytical problem solving, strong communication, customer/partner relationships, and technology expertise.
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.

Responsibilities

Ensure proper operation and maintenance of wind turbines and associated wind plant equipment, including substation and tower switchgear.
Identify opportunities to improve job-related processes and procedures; communicate or implement improvements through the appropriate control management protocol.
Seek assistance when turbine issues exceed the technician’s trained skill level.
Comply with environmental health and safety programs and act as a safety role model.
Demonstrate integrity and strong initiative.
Collect data and prepare reports to meet reporting requirements.
Work with and respond to the Remote Operations Control Center as needed to coordinate remote operations.
Perform QA/QC inspections in accordance with applicable standard operating procedures.
Facilitate periodic equipment inspections and reporting.
Document work using computer-based service reporting procedures.
Complete required training satisfactorily and within the required timeframe.
Adhere to internal controls.
Perform additional duties as required.