Wind Technician II

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This is a skilled position in the maintenance and repair of wind turbine mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems. 

This role is based in North Palm Springs, CA. The address of the site is: 19435 Ruppert St. North Plam Springs, CA 92258 

Main Responsibilities

• Assists in performing routine preventive maintenance on wind turbine mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Recognizes occurrences of wind turbine error codes and appropriately reports the problem.
• Demonstrates the ability to learn the aspects of defect detection and repair of the wind turbines.
• Demonstrates the ability to learn the aspects of heavy equipment, crane rigging, and directing.
• Completes required reports and other paperwork.
• Maintains accurate care of tools and vehicles.
• Maintains adherence to Company policies, safety standards and good housekeeping practices.

Qualifications

• Experience in wind generation strongly preferred
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.  Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics a plus
• Ability to understand and follow customary instructions to perform the essential functions of the position in a satisfactory manner.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.  Ability to understand problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations and report them to the appropriate supervisory personnel.
• Ability to work with minimal direction/supervision, given accurate instructions.
• Ability to work in mechanically and electrically oriented situations.
• Basic knowledge of the use of various hand tools.

Licenses, certificates, registrations

• Must maintain a valid CA driver's license.
• Knowledge in technical trade (maintenance, electrical, instrumentation and/or operations) is strongly preferred.

Physical demands & work environment  

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to optimally perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; particulate matter and outside weather conditions.  The employee is frequently exposed to risk of electrical shock.  The employee is occasionally exposed to hazardous chemicals.  The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.  The employee must be capable of lifting and/or moving up to 100 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Must be able to pass a background check, physical exam, and drug/alcohol screening.
• Must be able to climb and work atop freestanding wind turbine towers that exceed 200 and 300 feet in height.
• Must be able to meet the maximum ladder rung weight rating for climbing (250lbs).
• Must be able to work in extreme weather conditions.

Working schedule

• Winter: 6am-2:30pm (Overtime as needed)
• Summer: 5am-1:30pm (Overtime as needed)
• Revolving on-call weekend shifts required

AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.The expected salary for this position, at commencement of employment, is between $34.25 and $41.01/Hourly; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements such as annual bonus, in addition to a full range of medical, dental, vision, life, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

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