Clearway Energy

Clean Energy

WindTechnician

$45–90k Sweetwater, Texas, United States
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Wind Technician at Clearway Energy. Skills: wind turbine mechanical, hydraulic, and electric component maintenance, troubleshooting, repair. assisting in the performance of wind turbine mechanical, hydraulic, and electric component maintenance. maintain safe, effective, efficient, and profitable wind turbine operation”

What You'll Achieve.

maintain safe, effective, efficient, and profitable wind turbine operation

Industry & Context.

Clean Energy
Problems you'll solve

troubleshoot and repair of SCADA communication systems; Troubleshoot complicated mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical problems; Use electrical test equipment to assist in troubleshooting and testing

Eligibility Requirements

Able to climb towers unassisted up to 300 feet, Job will require standing outside the nacelle and nosecone at the top of the turbine, Able to work safely in a confined space, Must possess a valid driver's license and good driving record, Able to work with electrical wires and differentiate between color coded wires, Able to safely work in a wide range of adverse climates and environments, Able to travel as required, Work a flexible on call schedule when needed, This may include weeknights, weekends, and holidays, Safely perform LOTO

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Able to climb towers unassisted up to 300 feet, Able to work safely in a confined space, Must possess a valid driver's license and good driving record, Able to work safely in a wide range of adverse climates and environments, Able to travel as required, Able to communicate verbally and in writing, Able to create, edit or modify Microsoft Word and Excel documents, Able to meet the requirements of Clearway Energy Group’s Qualified Electrical Worker program

Nice to Have

Ability to read schematics and wiring diagrams is preferred, Previous experience in SAP is preferred

What You'll Do.

assisting in the performance of wind turbine mechanical

and electric component maintenance

and profitable wind turbine operation

Follow safety procedures

observe safe working practices

maintain a safe working environment

Documents all work performed

parts used and time spent using computer based service reporting procedures

Assist in troubleshooting and repair of SCADA communication systems

Operate and maintain a service vehicle

Maintain hand tools in good working order and well organized

Troubleshoot complicated mechanical

and electrical problems on variable pitch

variable speed wind turbines

Perform all mechanical

and electrical component maintenance

repair and replacement to correct malfunctions

Read and understand electrical schematics and wiring diagrams

Use electrical test equipment to assist in troubleshooting and testing

Lead maintenance and troubleshooting crews as necessary

Perform balance of plant and switchyard work as required

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Assist in the training and development of lower level operation and maintenance personnel; mentor lower level technicians in LOTO; Help in all areas of site operations as directed by Site Lead and Site Manager

Communication Scope

Able to communicate verbally and in writing

Full Job Description

What The Role Is Reporting to the Wind Site Manager, the Wind Technician is responsible for assisting in the performance of wind turbine mechanical, hydraulic, and electric component maintenance. The primary objective is to maintain safe, effective, efficient, and profitable wind turbine operation. Wind Technician levels are defined below, and the ranges will be determined based on the qualifications met. Pay Ranges by Job Level: Wind Technician I ($45,000 - $66,000) Wind Technician II ($52,000 - $74,000) Wind Technician III ($63,000 - $90,000) What You'll Be Doing Level I Follow safety procedures, observe safe working practices and maintain a safe working environment. Assist in the performance of wind turbine mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical component maintenance. Documents all work performed, parts used and time spent using computer based service reporting procedures. Assist in troubleshooting and repair of SCADA communication systems. Operate and maintain a service vehicle. Maintain hand tools in good working order and well organized. Work a flexible on call schedule when needed. This may include weeknights, weekends, and holidays. Willingness to progress as a technician and take guidance from superiors. Help in all areas of site operations as directed by Site Lead and Site Manager with minimal supervision. Work a flexible on call schedule when needed. This may include weeknights, weekends, and holidays. Other duties as assigned within the level I scope Level II & III (additions) Troubleshoot complicated mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical problems on variable pitch, variable speed wind turbines. Assist in the training and development of lower level operation and maintenance personnel. Perform all mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical component maintenance, repair and replacement to correct malfunctions. Read and understand electrical schematics and wiring diagrams. Use electrical test equipment to assist in troubleshooting and testing. Lead maintenance an

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