Wind Turbine Technician II

Enbridge • Corpus Christi, TX

5d • $28 - $35

About The Position

The Wind Turbine Technician II is an intermediate-level position responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of wind turbines and Balance of Plant (BOP) assets. The technician independently performs assigned scheduled maintenance and troubleshooting to help maximize turbine uptime and production. The role supports work at wind facilities and, when required, other Enbridge-operated facilities. It includes scheduled on-call coverage, including response to emergencies and maintenance needs on a predetermined schedule.

The position carries out turbine maintenance, troubleshooting, inspections, electrical switching, and SCADA-supported work. It also supports BOP activities involving substations, collector systems, switchyards, and civil work. The technician follows maintenance schedules and safety procedures, maintains accurate records in Maximo, contributes to continuous improvement, and may support the training and development of Level I technicians.

This role involves fieldwork in and around wind turbines, including work in nacelles at heights of approximately 300 feet, as well as work in enclosed spaces and variable weather. Physical requirements include climbing, lifting and carrying items, prolonged standing and other postures, and repetitive manual work. Flexible hours may be required to support facility operations and emergency response.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• At least 1–2 years of relevant work experience.
• Competent and qualified in scheduled/standard work, basic and advanced troubleshooting, turbine electrical switching, and SCADA.
• Understanding of wind-power systems, including pneumatic, hydraulic, gearbox, electrical, mechanical, and power-plant systems, and ability to read and interpret drawings and schematics.
• Knowledge of maintenance scheduling, availability reporting, inventory management, on-time performance requirements, and site supervision.
• Experience using basic power and hydraulic tools.
• Ability to hear and use close-range radios.
• Computer skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Windows, wind turbine SCADA systems, turbine software uploading, and maintenance management programs such as Maximo.
• 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 training such as first aid, CPR, AED, climb and rescue, and confined space training.
• Good interpersonal skills, attention to detail, ability to follow directions precisely, problem-solving and time-management skills, and ability to collaborate with employees at all professional levels and respectfully follow supervision.
• Demonstrate integrity, initiative, strong work ethic, and an ongoing focus on safety and quality; remain thoughtful and calm in stressful or hazardous situations.
• Comfort working remotely in a turbine as part of a team with appropriate supervisory interaction.
• 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; lift, push, pull, and carry items up to 50 pounds; and stand, walk, stoop, kneel, bend, grip, and manipulate tools or parts, including repetitive motion.
• Comfort working in enclosed spaces and at heights exceeding 80 meters, including in a turbine nacelle at approximately 300 feet.
• Ability to work in demanding physical conditions and inclement weather, including hot and cold temperatures, and comply with the 300-pound climbing weight limit including person and gear.
• Ability to meet stated visual requirements, including depth perception and color discrimination, and hearing requirements.
• Ability to perform the stated physical and mental requirements, including understanding and applying instructions, handling complex problems, prioritizing work, completing routine forms and basic reports, and communicating by telephone.
• Availability for scheduled 24/7 on-call duty and flexible hours as required for facility operations and emergency response.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Siemens Gamesa G90 2.0 MW and G97 2.1 MW wind turbines.
• Competence and qualification in high-voltage electrical switching.
• Experience or capability with asset integrity inspections, unscheduled minor and major maintenance, substation inspections, or substation maintenance is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to Enbridge safety standards and procedures, promote a positive safety culture, and serve as a safety role model.
• Complete work using safe practices for electrical safety, working at heights, hazardous energy control, confined spaces, and cargo management.
• Provide safety recommendations and encourage safe behavior, intervening when unsafe acts occur.
• Support contractor oversight and ensure contractors work safely and in accordance with Enbridge procedures.
• Perform scheduled and standard wind turbine maintenance and troubleshoot turbine issues from basic to more complex.
• Participate in asset integrity inspections and unscheduled minor and major maintenance, including electrical switching of turbines.
• Use SCADA to support required work.
• Support Balance of Plant activities, including high-voltage electrical switching, substation inspections and maintenance, outages, and civil work.
• Learn the operation of more complex equipment and procedures.
• Follow maintenance schedules and instructions, read schematics, and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems and turbine components.
• Use structured problem-solving and diagnostic tools, gather equipment-status information, and seek assistance for issues beyond the technician’s trained skill level.
• Work collaboratively with other technicians and team members to accomplish shared goals.
• Ensure scheduled maintenance is completed safely and on time, and accurately complete time reporting and maintenance records.
• Support maintenance at other Enbridge-operated facilities when required.
• Identify operational risks and gaps, apply mitigation methods with appropriate oversight, and recommend improvements to procedures and field practices.
• Attend on-the-job training and participate in relevant training and development programs; support Level I technician development where appropriate.
• Conduct tests and interact with people in demanding, time-sensitive work environments.
• Support technical or safety investigations and subsequent reporting when required.
• Interact with and enter data into the Maintenance Management System (Maximo).
• Travel to other Enbridge facilities as needed and participate in scheduled 24/7 on-call coverage for emergencies and maintenance needs.

Benefits

• Flexible benefits program with selectable health, dental, insurance, and disability coverage.
• Paid maternity and parental leave, with 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: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED