WTR Search - Renewables has partnered with an industry-leading energy company to locate a Site Wind Turbine Technician. The position requires relocation to the Wichita Falls, TX area. This is NOT a travel position.
Responsibilities
Perform assembly, commissioning, testing, repair, and maintenance on wind turbine generators and related equipment at the wind farm
Conduct and review safety analyses of potential electrical and mechanical hazards in the wind turbines, switch room, and the O&M building
Support Root Cause Analyses to assist in determining equipment failure and the reasons for failures when they occur
Complete required and accurate documentation associated with corrective and preventive maintenance of wind turbines and associated equipment; maintain records of documentation
Troubleshoot, adjust, repair, and/or retrofit low to medium-voltage electrical, mechanical, or hydraulic components/equipment associated with wind turbines and the wind farm
Perform preventative maintenance activities safely and efficiently on wind turbines and associated equipment located on the wind farm
Utilize appropriate safety gear, protective equipment, and control or dissipation of energy sources to ensure work is performed in a safe manner
Conduct safety analysis and review of hazards and energy sources before and while performing any work assignment on the wind farm
Properly maintain tools and equipment used to perform assigned maintenance assignments
Maintain required training certifications and qualifications to enable personnel to safely perform work-related tasks in a quality matter
Other responsibilities as assigned
Requirements
Requires a high school diploma or GED, wind school graduate or college degree a plus
One year of hands-on experience working with wind turbine components
Flexibility to work overtime and rotating shifts as required
Previous experience working with hand tools and power tools
Able to work independently in a fast-paced team environment
Ability to move and manipulate up to 50 pounds, climb vertical ladders, and work at heights of 100 meters
Ability to work in both indoor and outdoor environments, and in adverse and extreme weather conditions, in dust, pollen, weeds, grasses, and in confined spaces
Ability to be certified and work with both medium and high-voltage equipment
Maintain required training certifications
Have a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record
Ability to safely travel to the wind farm within 45 minutes in the event of an emergency