Wind Technician - Stillwater

Pattern Energy; Town of Montana (WI); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Pattern Energy is seeking a hands-on technician to oversee onsite operations, maintenance, and repairs of wind generation facilities. You will work under the Facility Manager to keep turbines, substations, and balance-of-plant systems running smoothly.

quals include climbing tall towers, diagnosing electrical and mechanical issues, and adhering to safety protocols. The role may involve travel to other wind sites in the U.S. or Canada and requires overtime and on-call availability.

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.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to climb 80+ meter steel towers on a daily basis to perform maintenance in the nacelle and hub.
• Ability to lift items weighing 1 to 60 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally.
• Advanced computer skills with word processing, spreadsheets, email, and facility control systems.
• Willing to work overtime, holidays, weekends, and on-call; travel to other wind sites may be required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain wind turbines and associated plant equipment including substation and transmission lines.
• Read schematics to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic problems.
• Repair or replace mechanical and electrical components following manufacturer requirements.
• Perform preventive maintenance per OEM and Pattern Energy practices.
• Maintain tools and organize work area; operate service vehicle.
• Collect data and prepare reports for wind plant reporting requirements.

Skills

Tower access

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical repair

Data collection/reporting

Computer skills

Safe driving

Education

Technical certificate / assoc degree

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Voltage testers

Oscilloscopes

Meg-ohmmeters

Hydraulic torque tools

Job description

Pattern Energy is a leading renewable energy company that develops, constructs, owns, and operates high-quality wind and solar generation, transmission, and energy storage facilities. Our mission is to transition the world to renewable energy through the sustainable development and responsible operation of facilities, with respect for the environment, communities, and cultures in which we have a presence.

Our approach begins and ends with establishing trust, accountability, and transparency. Our company values of creative spirit, pride of ownership, follow-through, and a team-first attitude drive us to pursue our mission every day. Our culture supports our values by fostering innovative and critical thinking and a deep belief in keeping our promises.

Headquartered in the United States, Pattern has a global portfolio of more than 35 power facilities and transmission assets, serving various customers that provide low-cost clean energy to millions of consumers.

Responsibilities

This position is responsible for the onsite operations, maintenance, repairs and replacement of equipment on a wind powered generation plant as directed by the Facility Manager.

Key Accountabilities

Operate and maintain wind turbines and associated wind plant equipment, including substation, transmission lines, collection system, tower switchgear, and other various Balance of Plant activities.

• Read schematics to 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 and/or Pattern Energy maintenance practices.


• Adhere to effective internal controls.


• Operate and Maintain service vehicle.


• Maintain tools in good working order and well organized.


• Perform data collection and prepare reports to meet wind plant reporting requirements.

Requirements

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.

• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.


• Ability to climb 80+ meter steel towers on a daily basis to perform maintenance in the nacelle and hub.


• Ability to frequently lift items weighing 1 to 60 pounds and occasionally lift items from 61 to 100 pounds.


• 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 interpret and follow a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.


• Willing to work overtime on holidays, weekends, and on short notice. Participate in an on-call schedule.


• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions.


• Ability to work around low and medium voltage.


• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of discrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.


• Weight must not exceed 285 lbs., excluding equipment/gear worn when performing job-related tasks.


• Knowledge of heavy equipment required for facility maintenance with a working knowledge of crane and rigging requirements.


• Experience with maintenance and electronic testing equipment. (i.e. voltage testers, amp clamps, oscilloscopes, meg-ohmmeters, infrared testers, hydraulic torque equipment, alignment and various hand and power tools.)


• Willingness and desire to increase professional knowledge of turbine equipment, including safety regulations. May require travel to other wind sites within U.S. or Canada.

Preference May Be Given To Candidates With The Following

• Experience in power plant operations and maintenance.


• Experience in wind plant operations and turbine experience, including specific experience in wind turbine power converters.


• Experience in medium/ high voltage switching.

Pattern Energy Group Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The expected starting pay range for this role is $28.00- 34.00 USD. This range is an estimate, and base pay may be above or below the ranges based on several factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, certifications, and education. In addition to base pay, Pattern’s compensation program includes a bonus structure for full-time employees of all levels. In addition to your Base Salary, you may be eligible to receive an annual discretionary bonus as determined by Pattern Energy. We also provide a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, voluntary benefits, family care benefits, employee assistance program, paid time off and bonding leave, paid holidays, 401(k)/RRSP retirement savings plan with employer contribution, and employee referral bonuses.