Wind Technician I or II (Traveling Technician)

Deriva Energy•Canby, MN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Deriva Energy, a nationwide leader in sustainable energy, is seeking a Traveling Wind Technician to join their team. This is a full-time, permanent position with significant room for advancement, serving as the entry-level and initial training level for the series. The Traveling Wind Technician will maintain all aspects of customer turbines, including electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems. This role involves extensive travel with the field service team, working 6 weeks on and 1 week off (unpaid).

Requirements

High School/GED
Ability to complete Level I job performance measures and training Deriva Energy renewables academy within 1 year (for Level I)
For External Candidates (Level II): In addition to High School/GED, (3+) years of related work experience. Must pass required Turbine Technician I and Electrical Operator I JPMs within the probationary period.
For Internal Candidates (Level II): In addition to High School/GED, (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
Must pass a background check and drug test prior to start date
Safe Working Weight Requirement- This position contains a weight restriction of 265 pounds as an essential function of the job. The purpose of this restriction is to ensure that all weight rated equipment is used in an appropriate and safe manner within maximum allowed weight loading.

Nice To Haves

AAS degree or certification in Wind/Renewable Energy or applicable field of study.
Experience with Vestas V82 and V90 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
Completion of OEM or third-party technical specialty training program

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 Maximo.