Wind Turbine Maintenance Specialist

DTE Energy; Michigan; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DTE Energy in Michigan is seeking a Wind Turbine Maintenance Technician to perform preventative and corrective maintenance on wind turbines and related equipment, including inspections, operations, and repairs. Documentation of adverse turbine conditions and adherence to health and safety procedures are essential for success.

You will document turbine conditions, climb heights up to 260 feet, and work with mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems while maintaining safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED with 3 years of wind experience or an Associate degree/Wind Certificate with 1 year wind experience.
• Experience with AC/DC electrical systems, rigging, rotating equipment, shaft alignment, torqueing, mechanical and electrical drawings.
• Basic knowledge of wind turbine software systems and CMMS systems (GE Toolbox and Wind SCADA, Maximo).
• Ability to climb heights with tools and equipment up to 260 feet and lift items over 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Performs inspections, operations and maintenance of wind turbine equipment
• Identifies and recognizes when equipment is outside of normal operating limits
• Maintains records of work performed and ensures precise measurements, a strict order of operations, and all safety procedures are completed
• Follows company safety procedures to ensure all hazardous energy sources are isolated prior to performing work on equipment
• Uses proper communication with coworkers to ensure duties are performed safely and effectively
• Assists with warranty claim investigation and management
• Responds to call-outs in accordance with pre-specified criteria
• Basic understanding of equipment codes relative to the malfunctions to assist with resolution
• Completes all internal requisite training/certification within designated time frames
• Assists with development and revising operations and maintenance related procedures
• Performs and maintains housekeeping standards and duties
• Supports routine Preventive and Predictive Maintenance on all turbine systems
• Supports Corrective Maintenance efforts on selected equipment when properly trained or supervised

Skills

Safety procedures

Troubleshooting

Communication with teammates

Education

High School diploma or GED with 3 years wind experience

Associate degree or Wind Certificate with 1 year wind experience

Tools

GE Toolbox

Wind SCADA

Maximo

Job description

DTE Energy in Michigan is seeking a Wind Turbine Maintenance Technician to perform preventative and corrective maintenance on wind turbines and related equipment, including inspections, operations, and repairs. Documentation of adverse turbine conditions and adherence to health and safety procedures are essential for success.

You will document turbine conditions, climb heights up to 260 feet, and work with mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems while maintaining safety standards.