Wind Technician I or II at Campbell Hill Wind Farm

Deriva Energy Holdco I LLC; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with matching

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Deriva Energy is seeking Wind Technician I/II to maintain wind turbines at the Campbell Hill Wind Farm in Glenrock, Wyoming. This full-time position offers hands-on training and potential advancement with a safety-first culture and a commitment to renewable energy across the U.S.

The role covers electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic maintenance, with opportunities to grow within the Deriva Energy renewables academy.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required; Deriva Energy Academy training within 1 year for Level I.
• External candidates must have 3+ years of related wind tech experience and pass JPMs for Level II.
• Internal candidates must have 1+ year as Wind Technician and JPMs completed.
• An AAS degree or certification in Wind/Renewable Energy is preferred.
• Experience with GE 1.5 ESS and/or Siemens 2.3 wind turbines.
• High voltage and substation maintenance experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a high level of safety awareness at all times.
• Climb turbine towers up to 300 ft daily.
• Diagnose and resolve faults on turbine mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Troubleshoot to identify root causes and open service cases with manufacturers.
• Perform energy isolation per Lock Out/Tag Out procedures.
• Handle transformer switching per hazardous energy controls procedures.
• Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance and performance monitoring.
• Maintain turbine systems (electrical, mechanical, civil) in a safe, high-quality manner.
• Complete required EH&S paperwork and documentation.

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Wind Technician Certification Level I/II

Tools

Maximo EZ Max

My Time management systems

Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/PowerPoint)

Job description

Job Description: Overview Deriva Energy, a portfolio company of Brookfield Renewable U.S., who is a nationwide leader in sustainable energy provides wind, solar, resilient backup power, and managed energy services to over 1,000 projects across the U.S., with a total electric capacity of more than 5,100 megawatts of nonregulated renewable energy is seeking a Wind Technician, to be based in their Campbell Hill Wind Farm location. Our wind farm is located at 1068 Cole Creek Road, Glenrock, WY 82637 United States of America Our Wind Technicians are a vital part of our organization, and we take pride in hiring and training the best in the industry. This is a full-time, permanent position with significant room for advancement. This is both the entry level and initial training level for the series. The hiring manager may elect to fill this position at the higher Wind Technician II Level dependent upon a candidate's skills and experience. We are looking for a Wind Technician I or II to maintain all aspects of our turbines (e.g., electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Always maintain a high level of safety awareness
• Climb heights 300 ft. and greater several times daily
• Diagnose and resolve faults on turbines as they relate to mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic problems
• Perform troubleshooting to identify the root cause of an issue and perform corrective actions or open a service case with equipment manufacturer
• Perform energy isolation in accordance with all Lock Out / Tag Out Procedures
• Perform pad mounted Transformer switching in accordance with all Hazardous Energy Controls Procedures
• Perform small or large corrective tasks on wind turbines
• Perform preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance, performance monitoring and evaluation
• Maintaining all aspects (e.g., electrical, mechanical, civil, etc.) of turbines in a safe, high quality, and efficient manner
• Maintain EH&S Documentation and complete necessary paperwork (work order, timesheet, tool and PPE inventory, and additional paperwork as necessary) within

Maximum Basic Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Wind Technician - Level I High School/GED In addition to the High School/GED requirement, the ability to complete Level I job performance measures and training Deriva Energy renewables academy within 1 year
• Wind Technician - Level II High School/GED External Candidates - In addition to the High School/GED requirement, (3+) years of related work experience. Must pass required Turbine Technician I and Electrical Operator I JPMs within the probationary period.
• Internal Candidates - In addition to the High School/GED requirement, (1+) year of technical experience with Deriva Energy as a Wind Technician. Must also have Turbine Technician-1 and Electrical Operator1 JPM Completed.

Desired Qualifications

• AAS degree or certification in Wind/Renewable Energy or applicable field of study.
• Experience with GE 1.5 ESS and/or Siemens 2.3 wind turbines.
• Experience with multiple wind turbine supplier technologies
• High voltage and substation maintenance experience
• Familiarity with mechanical and electronic testing equipment (i.e., voltage testers, amp clamps, oscilloscopes, and various hand and power tools)
• Knowledge of heavy equipment for facility maintenance and working knowledge of crane and rigging requirements
• Competent with Maximo EZ Max mobile work and My Time management systems
• Microsoft Office Including Excel/Word/PowerPoint
• CPR and AED Training Certification
• TSL tower climber and rescue & EEM training
• Forklift certified

Working Conditions

• Valid Driver’s License required
• Any travel to projects
• Exposure to mechanical, electrical, and/or other hazards
• Exposure to noisy, dusty conditions, chemicals, or solvents
• Operate equipment including but not limited to forklifts and commercial motor vehicles
• Ability to climb and work on turbine towers with heights up to 300 ft. daily
• 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)
• Completion of OEM or third-party technical specialty training program. Must pass a background check and drug test prior to hire
• 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.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with matching
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave

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 Aff... 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.

Welcome to Deriva Energy Careers! An Industry Leader. Since 2007, we've grown our business to become one of the nation's top renewable energy companies, managing a portfolio of wind, solar and battery storage projects across the U.S. At Deriva Energy, our mission is to advance the transition to a sustainable, clean energy future and create value for our customers, investors and other stakeholders. We are proud to have some of the most talented, dedicated and knowledgeable people in the industry. Their diverse backgrounds and experiences help create a dynamic and exciting workplace that delivers great results every day. We believe fostering a workforce that encompasses and encourages varied backgrounds and perspectives is critical for business success, and we are committed to embedding diversity and inclusion across our company. We know that the best ideas come from having people of different backgrounds, perspectives, experience and skills who work together with a shared purpose. Equal Opportunity Employer Deriva Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any category protected by law. Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Deriva Energy participates in E-Verify. E-Verify electronically compares information entered on the Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9, with records contained in Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) databases. This helps employers verify the identity and employment eligibility of newly hired employees. If you have the right to work, don't let anyone take it away (e-verify.gov) E-Verify Participation Poster English and Spanish