Wind Technician I or II at Top of The World Wind Farm

Deriva Energy•Glenrock, WY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Deriva Energy, a portfolio company of Brookfield Renewable U.S., is seeking a Wind Technician to be based at their Top of the World Wind Farm in Glenrock, WY. This is a full-time, permanent position with significant room for advancement, serving as the entry-level training position for the series. The hiring manager may consider candidates for the higher Wind Technician II level based on their skills and experience. The role involves maintaining all aspects of wind turbines, including electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems.

Requirements

High School/GED
Wind Technician - Level I: Ability to complete Level I job performance measures and training Deriva Energy renewables academy within 1 year
Wind Technician - Level II (External Candidates): In addition to the High School/GED requirement, (3+) years of related work experience. Must pass required Turbine Technician I and Electrical Operator I JPMs within the probationary period.
Wind Technician - Level II (Internal Candidates): In addition to the High School/GED requirement, (1+) year of technical experience with Deriva Energy as a Wind Technician. Must also have Turbine Technician-1 and Electrical Operator1 JPM Completed.
Valid Driver’s License required
Any travel to projects
Exposure to mechanical, electrical, and/or other hazards
Exposure to noisy, dusty conditions, chemicals, or solvents
Operate equipment including but not limited to forklifts and commercial motor vehicles
Ability to climb and work on turbine towers with heights up to 300 ft. daily
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)
Completion of OEM or third-party technical specialty training program.
Must pass a background check and drug test prior to hire
Safe Working Weight Requirement- This position contains a weight restriction of 265 pounds as an essential function of the job.

Nice To Haves

AAS degree or certification in Wind/Renewable Energy or applicable field of study.
Experience with GE 1.5 ESS and/or Siemens 2.3 wind turbines.
Experience with multiple wind turbine supplier technologies
High voltage and substation maintenance experience
Familiarity with mechanical and electronic testing equipment (i.e., voltage testers, amp clamps, oscilloscopes, and various hand and power tools)
Knowledge of heavy equipment for facility maintenance and working knowledge of crane and rigging requirements
Competent with Maximo EZ Max mobile work and My Time management systems
Microsoft Office Including Excel/Word/PowerPoint
CPR and AED Training Certification
TSL tower climber and rescue & EEM training
Forklift certified

Responsibilities

Always maintain a high level of safety awareness
Climb heights 300 ft. and greater several times daily
Diagnose and resolve faults on turbines as they relate to mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic problems
Perform troubleshooting to identify the root cause of an issue and perform corrective actions or open a service case with equipment manufacturer
Perform energy isolation in accordance with all Lock Out / Tag Out Procedures
Perform pad mounted Transformer switching in accordance with all Hazardous Energy Controls Procedures
Perform small or large corrective tasks on wind turbines
Perform preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance, performance monitoring and evaluation
Maintaining all aspects (e.g., electrical, mechanical, civil, etc.) of turbines in a safe, high quality, and efficient manner
Maintain EH&S Documentation and complete necessary paperwork (work order, timesheet, tool and PPE inventory, and additional paperwork as necessary) within Maxim