Wind Turbine Technician

Avangrid Renewables is seeking a skilled Wind Turbine Technician to join our team. As a key member of our operations team, you will be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and replacement of equipment on our wind-powered generation plant.

• Operate and maintain wind turbine and solar equipment, including substation, collection, and transmission systems.
• Read schematics and troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic problems.
• Perform mechanical and electrical component repair or replacement of parts to correct malfunctions.
• Comply with all environmental health and safety programs.
• Perform preventive maintenance in accordance with OEM maintenance manuals.
• Adhere to effective internal controls.
• Perform data collection and prepare reports to meet wind plant reporting requirements.
• Perform various retrofits and design modifications.
• Perform various QA/QC functions, compile, and submit supporting documents of items found.
• Support Construction in the Mechanical and Commissioning walk-downs.

• One-year college or technical school certificate; or 12 months of related experience or wind industry training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Familiarity with maintenance and electronic testing equipment.
• Advanced computer skills utilizing word processing, spreadsheets, email, facility control, management, and reporting systems.
• Ability to climb towers up to 100 meters on a daily basis to perform maintenance in the nacelle and hub.
• Ability to frequently lift items weighing up to 60 pounds and occasionally lift items up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to work with electrical wires and differentiate between color-coded wires.
• Ability to interpret and follow a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• 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.
• Demonstrated teamwork, initiative, and positive attitude.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• 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.
• Experience in high voltage switching.
• Directly related experiences gained in fields that require a strong electrical and mechanical aptitude.
• Qualified candidates living in or near the greater local area.

• Growth & Continuous Improvement
• Initiative & Change
• Focused on Results
• Customer Centric (internal and/or External)
• Communication
• Collaboration
• Leadership (people managers/leaders)

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.

AVANGRID's employment practices and policies are geared to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture.

At AVANGRID, we provide fair and equal employment and advancement opportunities for all employees and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.