Wind Technician II or III at Frontier Wind

Deriva Energy; Blackwell (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Deriva Energy is seeking Wind Technicians to maintain and repair wind turbines at our Frontier Wind 1 site in Blackwell, OK. The role involves electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic work, with climbs to several hundred feet and strict safety protocols.

We offer full-time, permanent employment with potential for progression to higher technician levels. Applicants must meet education requirements and pass JPMs; internal candidates have preferred seniority on eligibility.

Qualifications

• External candidates: 3+ years of related work experience. Must pass Turbine Technician I and Electrical Operator I JPMs during probation.
• Internal candidates: 1+ year of technical experience with Deriva Energy as a Wind Technician; must have JPMs completed.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety at all times.
• Climb turbine towers up to 300 ft daily.
• Diagnose and resolve faults related to mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Troubleshoot to identify root causes and open service cases as needed.
• Perform energy isolation per Lock Out/Tag Out procedures.
• Conduct transformer switching per Hazardous Energy Controls procedures.
• Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance and monitor performance.
• Maintain turbine components and EH&S documentation in Maximo.

Skills

Safety awareness

Tower climbing

Troubleshooting

Mechanical/Electrical/Hydraulic

Education

AAS degree or certification in Wind/Renewable Energy

High School/GED

Tools

Maximo EZ Max

My Time

Vestas V126

Crane & rigging knowledge

Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/PowerPoint)

Job description

Job Description

Deriva Energy is a leading Independent Power Producer in the US renewables market, with over 6.5GW of operating or under construction wind, solar and storage projects across the country. Formerly the division of Duke Energy, Deriva is now backed by Brookfield Renewable and is poised for dynamic growth across its wind, solar, and storage portfolios. Join a dynamic team committed to excellence and innovation who envision a future of energy independence using resilient, carbon-free generation. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to make a significant impact on the rapidly evolving renewable energy industry. Deriva empowers customers with innovative clean energy solutions that strengthen communities and serve future generations.

Overview

Deriva Energy is a leading Independent Power Producer in the US renewables market, with over 6.5GW of operating or under construction wind, solar and storage projects across the country. Formerly the division of Duke Energy, Deriva is now backed by Brookfield Renewable and is poised for dynamic growth across its wind, solar, and storage portfolios. Join a dynamic team committed to excellence and innovation who envision a future of energy independence using resilient, carbon-free generation. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to make a significant impact on the rapidly evolving renewable energy industry. Deriva empowers customers with innovative clean energy solutions that strengthen communities and serve future generations.

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. The hiring manager may elect to fill this position at the higher Wind Technician III Level dependent upon a candidate's skills and experience.

We are looking for a Wind Technician II or III to maintain all aspects of our turbines (e.g., electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, etc.).

The physical work location is at the Frontier Wind 1: 205 N 29th Blackwell, OK.

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 Maximo

Basic Qualifications

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

Wind Technician - Level III

• High School/GED
• External Candidates - In addition to the High School/GED requirement, (5+) years of related work experience.
• Must pass required Turbine Technician II and Electrical Operator II JPMs within the probationary period
• Internal Candidates - In addition to the High School/GED requirement, (3+) year of technical experience with Deriva Energy as a Wind Technician. Must also have Turbine Technician II and Electrical Operator II JPM completed

Desired Qualifications

• AAS degree or certification in Wind/Renewable Energy or applicable field of study
• Experience with Vestas V126 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
• Up to 10% travel may be required for training
• 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 50lbs 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 Affiantive 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.