Wind Turbine Technician - Power

Iberdrola•Kensett, IA

2d•$29 - $42•Onsite

About The Position

Avangrid Power is hiring a Wind Turbine Technician for its wind-powered generation plant in Kensett, Iowa. The technician level, from Technician I to Technician III, will be determined based on experience and education. The role is responsible for onsite plant operations, maintenance, repairs, and equipment replacement, and leads in plant operations as directed by the Plant Manager. The technician operates and maintains turbine equipment and related infrastructure, including substation, collection, and transmission systems. The position involves troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic equipment; completing preventive maintenance, retrofits, quality assurance and quality control activities, and plant reporting; and following manufacturer requirements and environmental, health, and safety programs. The role may require overtime on weekends and holidays, short-notice participation in an on-call schedule, and travel to other sites (approximately 10–15%). Work includes low-, medium-, and high-voltage systems and may take place in extremely adverse weather conditions. The technician must climb wind-turbine towers up to 100 meters and perform work in the nacelle and hub.

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, such as voltage testers, amp clamps, oscilloscopes, megohmmeters, infrared testers, hydraulic torque equipment, alignment equipment, and hand and power tools.
Advanced computer skills, including 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 schedule-based instructions.
Ability to solve practical problems and handle varied situations with limited standardization.
Knowledge of heavy equipment required for facility maintenance, with 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 when performing job-related tasks.
Willingness to work overtime on holidays and weekends, participate in short-notice on-call schedules, and travel to other sites on short notice.

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.
Residence 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 in accordance with manufacturer requirements.
Comply with project environmental, health, and safety programs.
Perform preventive maintenance in accordance with OEM maintenance manuals.
Adhere to effective internal controls.
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.
Support construction mechanical and commissioning walk-downs, if applicable.
Increase professional knowledge of turbine or solar equipment and 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.
Work in extremely adverse weather conditions.