Wind Turbine Technician - Power
About The Position
Avangrid Power is hiring a Wind Turbine Technician to perform onsite operations, maintenance, repairs, and equipment replacement at a wind-powered generation plant. The company will determine the technician level based on experience and education. The role also leads in plant operations as directed by the Plant Manager. The technician operates and maintains wind turbine equipment and related infrastructure, including substation, collection, and transmission systems. The position troubleshoots mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems; performs preventive maintenance, repairs, replacements, retrofits, and design modifications; and supports safety, environmental, quality-assurance, reporting, and internal-control requirements. The role includes working with low-, medium-, and high-voltage equipment, climbing towers up to 100 meters, and performing duties in extremely adverse weather. Overtime on holidays, weekends, and short notice may be required, along with participation in an on-call schedule. Travel to other sites may be required approximately 10–15% of the time.
Requirements
- One year of college or technical school certificate; or 12 months of related experience or wind industry training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; High School Diploma or GED.
- Familiarity with maintenance and electronic testing equipment, including voltage testers, amp clamps, oscilloscopes, megohmmeters, infrared testers, hydraulic torque equipment, alignment equipment, and hand and power tools.
- Advanced computer skills using word processing, spreadsheets, email, facility control, management, and reporting systems, including 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 distinguish color-coded wires.
- Ability to interpret and follow written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule-based instructions.
- Ability to solve practical problems and manage 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, and to participate in an on-call schedule.
- Ability and willingness to travel to other sites on short notice; approximately 10–15% travel may be required.
- Ability to work in extremely adverse weather conditions.
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 infrastructure, including substation, collection, and transmission systems.
- Read schematics and troubleshoot complex 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, following manufacturers’ requirements.
- Comply with project environmental, health, and safety programs.
- Perform preventive maintenance according to OEM maintenance manuals.
- Adhere to effective internal controls.
- Collect data and prepare reports required for wind plant reporting.
- Perform retrofits and design modifications.
- Perform QA/QC functions and compile and submit supporting documentation of findings.
- When applicable, support Construction with mechanical and commissioning walk-downs.
- Increase professional knowledge of turbine or solar equipment, including safety regulations.
- Work overtime on holidays, weekends, and short notice as needed, and participate in an on-call schedule.
- Travel to other sites on short notice as needed.
- Perform duties around low-, medium-, and high-voltage equipment.
- Work in extremely adverse weather conditions.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits and growth opportunities.
- Performance-based bonuses and paid time off.
- 12% 401(k) match.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Professional development and career-advancement pathways.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
