Wind Turbine Technician

This job is with Avangrid, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Avangrid Renewables is seeking to fill a Wind Plant Tech I or II opening (The company will
This position is responsible for the onsite operations, maintenance, repairs, and replacement of equipment on a wind powered generation plant and leads in all areas of plant operations as directed by the Plant Manager.
Operate and maintain wind turbine and solar equipment along with associated infrastructure including substation, collection, and transmission systems.
Read schematics and proficiently troubleshoot complicated mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic problems with variable pitch, variable speed control systems and components.
Perform mechanical and electrical component repair or replacement of parts to correct malfunctions following all manufacturers' requirements.
Perform data collection and prepare reports to meet wind plant reporting requirements.
Perform various QA/QC functions, compile, and submit supporting documents of items found.
If applicable, support Construction in the Mechanical and Commissioning walk-downs.
Increase professional knowledge of turbine or solar equipment, including safety regulations.
Willing to work overtime on holidays, weekends, and on short notice participating in an on-call schedule.
Ability and willingness to travel to other sites on short notice.
About 10-15% travel may be required
Perform duties around low, medium, and high voltage.
or 12 months of related experience or wind industry training; Familiarity with maintenance and electronic testing equipment. (i.e. voltage testers, amp clamps, oscilloscopes, megohmmeters, infrared testers, hydraulic torque equipment, alignment and various hand and power tools).
Advanced computer skills utilizing word processing, spreadsheets, email, facility control, management and reporting systems, including the use of computerized diagnostic and troubleshooting tools.
Ability to climb towers up to 100 meters on a daily basis to perform maintenance in the nacelle and hub.
Ability to work with electrical wires and differentiate between color coded wires.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Knowledge of heavy equipment required for facility maintenance with a working knowledge of crane and rigging requirements.
Weight must not exceed 285lbs excluding equipment/gear worn when performing job related tasks.
Experience in power plant operations and maintenance.
Experience in wind and solar plant construction, operation, and maintenance; including, specific experience in wind turbine and solar power converters and inverters.
Directly related experiences gained in fields that require a strong electrical and mechanical aptitude.
Qualified candidates living in or near the greater local area.
Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country
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