Wind Turbine Technician

Alliant Energy•Storm Lake, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs a variety of work connected with the operations, maintenance inspections and testing of wind turbine sites. Performs varied electrical, mechanical, and instrument and control activities and other duties necessary to maintain the generation facility to which they are assigned.

Requirements

2 years wind turbine technical college or 2 years of experience on wind turbines
2 years of electronic study beyond high school or 2 years of experience in electronics work
Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Demonstrated ability to solve problems
Demonstrated ability to coordinate work and work with others
Strong sense of personal and technical responsibility
Beginner to intermediate computer literacy
Basic software skills
Possesses skills in basic electricity - math
Knowledge in theory and skill in non-structural welding
Mechanical comprehension
Ability to work from blueprints, diagrams, drawings, and specifications
Knowledge of plant operations and systems
Must possess technical ability
Must be able to climb the tower
Knowledge of company safety rules
High degree of mechanical and/or electrical aptitude
Ability to perform the physical requirements of the job
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
Knowledge of regulatory requirements

Responsibilities

Performs electrical, mechanical, instrument and control and PLC troubleshooting, maintaining, calibrating, repairing, cleaning, inspecting and constructing of equipment and systems for the generation facility.
Maintains performance monitoring and control equipment, including programmable logic controllers (PLC’s).
Monitors wind turbine performance.
Keeps testing records as assigned.
Maintains warehouse, orders supplies as needed.
Performs regular inspections of electrical system.
Participates during overhauls of all related plant equipment.
Performs routine tests.
Performs routine predictive maintenance activities including, thermography, vibration analysis, oil and cooling water sampling.
Operates and/or obtains information from various mechanical and electrical devices used to support specific equipment diagnostics or work activities; gathers, interprets and logs data.
Is proficient in the use of machine tools and various hand powered tools as job needs dictate.
Operates mobile and heavy equipment to perform maintenance tasks.
Supports safety, plant reliability, productivity, and plant efficiency improvements by participating in various continuous improvement activities.
Performs all work according to established procedures and safety practices.
Performs various generating plant and shop area housekeeping functions.
Performs other duties which are similar, related, or incidental to this position.