Wind Turbine Technician - Power

Iberdrola•United States Of America, IA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Avangrid Power is hiring a Wind Turbine Technician for its Schleswig, Iowa location. The company will determine the technician level, from Technician I to Technician III, based on experience and education. The role is responsible for onsite operations, maintenance, repairs, and equipment replacement at a wind-powered generation plant, and for leading plant operations as directed by the Plant Manager. The technician operates and maintains wind turbines and associated substation, collection, and transmission infrastructure; troubleshoots and repairs mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic equipment; performs preventive maintenance, retrofits, and design modifications; and completes required data collection, reporting, and quality-control documentation. The role requires compliance with environmental, health, and safety programs and OEM requirements. The technician may support construction walk-downs and must be willing to travel to other sites, work on an on-call schedule, and work overtime on weekends, holidays, or short notice. The position involves work around low-, medium-, and high-voltage systems and in extremely adverse weather conditions.

Requirements

One year of college or technical-school coursework or certificate, 12 months of related experience or wind-industry training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience; high school diploma or GED is required.
Familiarity with maintenance and electronic testing equipment, such as voltage testers, amp clamps, oscilloscopes, megohmmeters, infrared testers, hydraulic torque equipment, alignment tools, and hand and power tools.
Advanced computer skills with word processing, spreadsheets, email, facility control, management and reporting systems, and computerized diagnostic and troubleshooting tools.
Ability to climb towers up to 100 meters daily to perform maintenance in the nacelle and hub.
Ability to frequently lift up to 60 pounds and occasionally lift up to 100 pounds.
Ability to work with electrical wires and differentiate between color-coded wires.
Ability to interpret and follow written, oral, diagrammatic, or scheduled instructions.
Ability to solve practical problems and handle concrete variables in situations with limited standardization.
Knowledge of heavy equipment used for facility maintenance and working knowledge of crane and rigging requirements.
Demonstrated teamwork, initiative, and a positive attitude.
Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
Weight must not exceed 285 pounds, excluding equipment or gear worn while performing job-related tasks.
Willingness to work overtime on holidays, weekends, and short notice, participate in an on-call schedule, and travel to other sites as needed.

Nice To Haves

Experience in power plant operations and maintenance.
Experience in wind and solar plant construction, operation, and maintenance, including wind turbines and solar power converters and inverters.
Experience in high-voltage switching.
Related experience in fields requiring strong electrical and mechanical aptitude.
Living in or near the greater local area.

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain wind turbine equipment and associated substation, collection, and transmission systems.
Read schematics and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic problems involving variable-pitch and variable-speed control systems and components.
Repair or replace mechanical and electrical components to correct malfunctions in accordance with manufacturer requirements.
Comply with project environmental, health, and safety programs and adhere to effective internal controls.
Perform preventive maintenance in accordance with OEM maintenance manuals.
Collect data and prepare reports to meet wind plant reporting requirements.
Perform retrofits and design modifications.
Perform QA/QC functions and compile and submit supporting documentation for items found.
When applicable, support Construction with mechanical and commissioning walk-downs.
Increase professional knowledge of turbine or solar equipment, including applicable safety regulations.
Work overtime on holidays, weekends, and short notice, including participation in an on-call schedule.
Travel to other sites on short notice as needed; approximately 10–15% travel may be required.
Perform duties around low-, medium-, and high-voltage systems and work in extremely adverse weather conditions.