Wind Turbine Technician - Power Job at Iberdrola, Arlington, OR

  • Iberdrola
  • Arlington, OR

Job Description

Wind Turbine TechnicianAvangrid Power is seeking to fill a Wind Turbine Technician opening. The company will determine Tech level based on experience and education. 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.Key Responsibilities:Operate and maintain wind turbine 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.Comply with all project 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. If applicable, support Construction in the Mechanical and Commissioning walk-downs.Additional Responsibilities: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.Ability to work in extremely adverse weather conditions.Skills and Requirements:Required Qualifications:One year college or technical school certificate; or 12 months of related experience or wind industry training; or equivalent combination of education and experience; High School Diploma or GED.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 daily 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.Preferred Qualifications: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.Experience in high voltage switching.Related experiences gained in fields that require a strong electrical and mechanical aptitude.Qualified candidates living in or near the greater local area.All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a medical exam, background check, references, drug screen, verification of legal right to work in the U.S., and in some cases, a credit check. Avangrid Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, status as an individual with a disability, or any other status or class protected by federal or state law.

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