Wind Turbine Technician - Growth, PTO & 401(k) Match

Avangrid; Illinois; On-site; USD 81,664,000 - 118,198,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits and growth opps

Performance-based bonuses & PTO

12% 401(k) match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development and career-ya

Job summary

Avangrid Power is seeking a Wind Turbine Technician at Dana, IL to perform onsite operations, maintenance, repairs, and equipment replacement at a wind-powered generation plant.

The role leads plant operations as directed by the Plant Manager, with responsibilities including data collection, reporting, and ensuring adherence to safety programs. DOE-based progression and travel may be required.

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; High School Diploma or GED.
• Familiarity with maintenance and electronic testing equipment (voltage testers, amp clamps, oscilloscopes, megohmmeters, infrared testers, hydraulic torque equipment, hand and power tools).
• Advanced computer skills with word processing, spreadsheets, email, facility control, management and reporting systems.
• Ability to climb towers up to 100 meters daily to perform maintenance in the nacelle and hub.
• Ability to frequently lift items weighing up to 60 pounds and occasionally lift items up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to work with electrical wires and differentiate between color coded wires.
• Ability to interpret and follow a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Knowledge of heavy equipment required for facility maintenance with a working knowledge of crane and rigging requirements.
• Demonstrated teamwork, initiative and positive attitude.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Weight must not exceed 285lbs excluding equipment/gear.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain wind turbine equipment along with associated infrastructure including substation, collection, and transmission systems.
• Read schematics and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic problems with variable pitch, variable speed control systems and components.
• Perform mechanical and electrical component repair or replacement following manufacturers' requirements.
• Comply with project environmental health and safety programs.
• Perform preventive maintenance in accordance with OEM manuals.
• Adhere to effective internal controls.
• Prepare reports to meet wind plant reporting requirements.
• Perform various retrofits and design modifications.
• Support Construction in Mechanical and Commissioning walk-downs where applicable.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety mindset

Physical stamina

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical certificate or relevant training

Tools

Voltage testers

Oscilloscopes

Megohmmeters

Hydraulic torque tools

Job description

Avangrid Power is seeking a Wind Turbine Technician at Dana, IL to perform onsite operations, maintenance, repairs, and equipment replacement at a wind-powered generation plant.

The role leads plant operations as directed by the Plant Manager, with responsibilities including data collection, reporting, and ensuring adherence to safety programs. DOE-based progression and travel may be required.