Renewable Technologist I or II (Large Corrective Team)

Deriva Energy; Minnesota; On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Renewables Technologist, where you'll play a crucial role in maintaining and repairing wind turbines. This position offers the opportunity to work independently while ensuring safety and efficiency in operations. You will lead teams, mentor junior staff, and develop technical expertise across various technologies. With a commitment to a healthy work-life balance and competitive pay, this role is ideal for those passionate about renewable energy and looking to make a significant impact in the field. If you're ready to climb to new heights, both literally and figuratively, this is the job for you!

Benefits

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Paid Travel Arrangements

Per Diem

Over-Time Pay

Paid Certification Programs

Cellphone

Computer

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license and be able to operate heavy machinery.
• Experience in wind turbine maintenance and repair is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and repair wind turbines, ensuring safety and efficiency.
• Provide mentorship to Associate Technologists and lead teams.

Skills

Electrical Repair

Mechanical Troubleshooting

Hydraulic Systems

Safety Awareness

Customer Interaction

Education

High School/GED

Associates Degree

Technical School Certificate

Tools

Forklifts

Commercial Motor Vehicles

Job description

Job Description:

Position Summary

The Renewables Technologist support role is responsible for the inspection and repair of electrical generating equipment and must have the ability to work with some degree of independence on many tasks. This position requires a high level of safety awareness. A Level 1 will have the capability of working with little to no supervision and will require little technical assistance. A Level 1 will also be capable of training and mentoring Associate Technologist. To reach this level the candidate must have demonstrated their ability and have received a recommendation from their manager.

We are looking for a Technologist I and II to inspect and repair electrical generating equipment.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintenance of Wind Fleet

• Perform small and large corrective tasks on wind turbines

• Lead teams of technicians as assigned on tasks within areas of developed expertise.

• Provide mentorship and training to Associate Technologists as directed.

• Interact directly with customers as directed by manager.

• Develop technical expertise for the identification and resolution of problems and complete repairs to electrical generating equipment on an increasing number of technologies and tasks.

• Strive to continuously improve job-related and technical knowledge, skills and performance.

• Diagnose and resolve faults on wind turbines as they relate to mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic problems

• Perform assigned tasks in accordance with all policy, procedures.

• Support business goals through safe and efficient execution of assigned tasks.

• Develops positive working relationships with team members and customers.

• Assist with scheduling, dispatching and travel coordination in support of project requirements.

• Oversee subcontractor activities on site as directed.

• Work as scheduled.

• Climb up to 400 ft. several times daily

• Maintain a high level of safety awareness at all times

• Work in a outdoor environment for an extended period of time

• Operate equipment including but not limited to forklifts and commercial motor vehicles.

Required/ Basic Qualifications for Renewables Technologist Level I

• High School/GED

• Associates degree

• In addition to required degree, one (1) year minimum related work experience

• In lieu of Associates degree and one (1) year minimum related work experience listed above, three (3) years minimum of related work experience

• Safe Working Weight Requirement: This position contains a weight restriction of 265 pounds as an essential function of the job. The purpose of this restriction is to ensure that all weight rated equipment is used in an appropriate and safe manner within maximum allowed weight loading.

Required/ Basic Qualifications for Renewables Technologist Level II

• High School/GED

• Associates degree

• In addition to required degree, two (2) years minimum related work experience

• In lieu of Associates degree or technical diploma and two (2) years minimum of related work experience listed above, four (4) years minimum of related work experience

Desired Qualifications

• Technical school certificate, Associates degree or higher.

• NCCCO rigging and signalperson (or equivalent)

• DOT Health Card

• Class A CDL

• Additional years of wind experience (strongly preferred)

Working Conditions:

• Valid Driver's License required

• Any travel to projects

• Operate equipment including but not limited to forklifts and commercial motor vehicles

• The ability to climb turbine towers (up to 400ft) daily is a requirement of this position

• Exposure to mechanical, electrical, and/or other hazards

• Ability to lift 75lbs individually

• Walking, Climbing of stairs, ladders, and/or scaffolds

• Working in all-weather outdoor conditions (extreme heat, cold, wind, rain, snow)

• Exposure to noisy, dusty conditions, chemicals or solvents

• Work at heights greater than 300 feet daily

• Ability to pass a background check and pass a drug test

• Completion of OEM or third-party technical specialty training program.

• Safe Working Weight Requirement: This position contains a weight restriction of 265 pounds as an essential function of the job. The purpose of this restriction is to ensure that all weight rated equipment is used in an appropriate and safe manner within maximum allowed weight loading.

• Field Mobility Classification - Work will be performed in various field locations, as needed, after the onboarding period. However, field employees are required to live within a reasonable daily commute to their assigned work location.

Benefits

• Safe working conditions

• Healthy Work-Life Balance

• Competitive Pay

• Per Diem

• Paid Travel Arrangements

• Over-Time

• Paid Composite Blade Repair Certification Programs and Trainings

• Computer

• Cellphone

• Ipad

• Generous paid time off and paid holidays

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• 401K

Additional Information:

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Deriva welcomes veterans of the United States Armed Forces to apply for this position. Deriva includes veterans of all branches and a diverse set of occupational specialties. We value the independent thinking, problem solving, leadership, and teamwork that our veterans have developed through their service. We welcome applications from any service and any military occupational specialty.

Deriva Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, protected veteran or military status, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.