Wind Technician

invenergyllc; Goldthwaite (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Profit sharing

Paid time off

Job summary

Invenergy LLC operates the Goldthwaite Wind Energy Center in Goldthwaite, TX. We seek a Wind Technician to operate, inspect, and maintain GE wind turbines to ensure safe, reliable energy.

Duties include climbing turbine towers, performing mechanical and electrical maintenance, troubleshooting faults, and replacing components as needed. Requirements: High School Diploma, 1 year technical experience, ability to work outdoors, climb, lift up to 100 pounds, valid driver's license, and US work

Qualifications

• Must be able to work outdoors in inclement weather
• Climb ladders without assistance
• Work at heights greater than 80 meters (250 feet)
• Able to move and manipulate up to 45 kg (100 pounds)
• Weight must not exceed 120 kg (265 lbs.) excluding gear
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• Eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future

Responsibilities

• Perform routine mechanical and electrical maintenance on GE wind turbine and associated equipment
• Climb wind turbine towers daily, wearing all required safety equipment, to inspect, maintain, or repair equipment.
• Understand electrical and mechanical functions of all components of a wind turbine generator and associated equipment
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical faults; repair and/or replace components
• Maintain company tooling, facilities and equipment and a clean safe work environment
• Work a 40 hour work week and be subject to scheduled and unscheduled overtime. The work schedule will vary during the peak maintenance periods

Skills

Outdoor work in inclement weather

Climb ladders

Lift up to 100 pounds

Weight handling limits

Valid driver’s license

US work authorization

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

1 year technical experience

Job description

Invenergy is North America’s largest privately held developer, owner, and operator of power infrastructure. With 25 years of trusted execution, we deliver reliable, affordable energy through a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, solar, land-based wind, energy storage, transmission, and domestic manufacturing. Headquartered in Chicago, we develop, own, and operate large scale projects that power communities and support the energy future.

This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3-day posting window.

Job Description

About The Site

TheGoldthwaite Wind Energy Center is a 148.6 MW wind power generation facility located in Goldthwaite, TX. utilizing GE 1.7 MW and 2.5 MWESS WTG turbine technology.

Position Overview

As a Wind Technician you will be responsible for operating and maintaining theGoldthwaite Wind Energy site. Your primary work will be servicing and repairing wind turbines.

Responsibilities:

• Perform routine mechanical and electrical maintenance on GE wind turbine and associated equipment
• Climb wind turbine towers daily, wearing all required safety equipment, to inspect, maintain, or repair equipment.
• Understand electrical and mechanical functions of all components of a wind turbine generator and associated equipment
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical faults; repair and/or replace components
• Maintain company tooling, facilities and equipment and a clean safe work environment
• Work a 40 hour work week and be subject to scheduled and unscheduled overtime. The work schedule will vary during the peak maintenance periods

Required Skills

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• One (1) year technical experience (mechanical, electrical, etc.) and/or technical education.
• Must be able to work outdoors in inclement weather, climb ladders without assistance, and work at heights greater than 80 meters (250 feet).
• Ability to move and manipulate up to 45 kg (100 pounds).
• Weight must not exceed 120 kg (265 lbs.) excluding equipment/gear worn when performing job related tasks.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

This is a safety sensitive position. Individuals receiving conditional offers of employment will be subject to drug testing and must receive a negative result to begin working for the company.

Base Pay

$29.49 - $49.97 USD Hourly
Bonus: 0% - 10%

The base pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target salary for the position. Invenergy considers a number of factors when determining base pay offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education and skills.
In addition to base pay, the total annual compensation package may also include eligibility to participate in our bonus program(s) which are designed to reward individual and company performance. Your recruiter can share more about bonus eligibility for this position during the hiring process.
Invenergy offers a variety of other benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k, profit sharing, paid time off, etc.

Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.