Wind Turbine Technician I

Enbridge • Corpus Christi, TX

5d • $24 - $28

About The Position

The Wind Turbine Technician I is an entry-level member of the wind turbine technician team, responsible for supporting the safe operation and maintenance of wind turbines and Balance of Plant (BOP). Under the guidance of Level II, Level III, and Lead technicians, the role performs routine scheduled maintenance, basic troubleshooting, inspections, and assigned unscheduled work to help maximize turbine uptime and production. The position also supports turbine electrical switching and BOP activities, including substation, collector system, switchyard, and civil work.

The technician follows established instructions, maintenance schedules, safety procedures, and work practices. The role uses schematics, diagnostic tools, SCADA information, and the Maximo Maintenance Management System to support work execution, document maintenance, and report equipment status. The technician seeks assistance for work outside their training and collaborates with the team to complete tasks safely and on time.

The position includes on-the-job and other technical training, participation in continuous improvement, and support for technical or safety investigations as required. Work takes place in demanding field and office environments, including wind turbine nacelles at heights of 300 feet, enclosed spaces, and inclement weather. Flexible hours, scheduled on-call coverage, and travel to other Enbridge facilities may be required.

Requirements

• High school diploma and minimal direct training and experience.
• Ability to read, interpret, and understand drawings and schematics.
• Ability to hear and use close-range radios.
• Excellent computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Windows programs.
• Commitment to a safe, incident-free work environment and ability to demonstrate basic industrial safety practices and protocols, including LOTO.
• Ability to successfully participate in required training courses, including first aid, CPR, AED, climb and rescue, and confined space training.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow directions with precise execution.
• Proven problem-solving and time-management skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with employees at all professional levels and respectfully follow supervision.
• Integrity, strong initiative, work ethic, and ongoing focus on safety and quality.
• Ability to act thoughtfully and remain calm in stressful or hazardous situations.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain a passport.
• Ability to speak, read, comprehend, and write English.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders up to 80 meters in height and work at heights over 80 meters, including in a turbine nacelle at 300 feet.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry items up to 50 pounds; the posting also lists light-to-moderate lifting of objects up to 20 pounds among physical requirements.
• Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, bend, grasp, reach above shoulder, and perform repetitive manual tasks for prolonged periods.
• Comfort working in enclosed spaces and in demanding physical conditions and inclement hot or cold weather.
• Visual capability including depth perception, color distinction, reading fine print, and viewing screens; ability to meet hearing requirements.
• Ability to comply with equipment safe-work limits, including a 300-pound climbing weight limit for person and gear.
• Ability to work flexible hours, support emergency response needs, travel to other Enbridge facilities as needed, and take scheduled 24/7 on-call coverage for emergencies or maintenance needs.
• Ability to understand, remember, and apply oral and written instructions; understand complex problems and explore solutions collaboratively; organize and prioritize short-term work; make decisions with moderate impact on the immediate work unit; follow guidelines; complete routine forms and basic written reports; and communicate by telephone.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to Enbridge safety standards, procedures, and safety culture, including safe practices for electrical work, working at heights, hazardous energy control, confined spaces, and cargo management.
• Encourage safe conduct and intervene when unsafe acts occur; provide safety recommendations to higher-level technical staff and management as appropriate.
• Support scheduled and standard turbine maintenance, basic troubleshooting, asset integrity inspections, and minor or major unscheduled work under the guidance of Level III or Lead technicians.
• Support electrical switching of turbines and use SCADA to support assigned work.
• Support Balance of Plant and civil activities, including high-voltage electrical switching, substation inspections, and substation maintenance such as annual maintenance and outages.
• Follow defined instructions and maintenance schedules, execute plans as directed, and complete tasks according to written and verbal instructions.
• Read schematics and drawings to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems, including variable-pitch and speed-control systems and turbine components.
• Use basic structured problem-solving and diagnostic processes, including diagnostic tools, Fluke meters, SCADA information, and electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic drawings.
• Gather information about equipment status and seek assistance when issues exceed the technician’s training or skill level.
• Contribute to a strong team environment by assisting other technicians and supporting shared goals.
• Ensure scheduled maintenance is completed safely and on time; accurately report time and complete maintenance records.
• Support maintenance requirements at other Enbridge-operated facilities as needed.
• Identify operational risks and gaps in task execution and apply mitigation methods with appropriate oversight.
• Participate in developing or improving field procedures and service best practices; identify and communicate process-improvement opportunities to site management.
• Attend all required on-the-job training and work-stream training and development programs.
• Conduct tests and interact with people in demanding, time-sensitive work environments.
• Assist with technical or safety investigations and related reporting when required.
• Use the Maximo Maintenance Management System and perform data entry.
• Participate in required training courses, including first aid, CPR, AED, climb and rescue, and confined space training.

Benefits

• Flexible benefits program with employee-selected health, dental, insurance, and disability coverage levels.
• Paid maternity and parental leave of up to 20 weeks for birth-giving parents and up to 12 weeks for other eligible parents.
• Retirement savings plans, including a savings plan with company stock as an investment option.
• Paid time off, vacation, sick leave, paid personal days depending on location, and paid holidays.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• Wellness Program supporting physical, mental, social, and financial well-being.

What This Job Offers

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