Wind Turbine Technician - Power

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

The base salary for this position is dependent upon experience and location.

Location: Dana, IL

Salary Range: Technician I to Technician III range: $28.50 to $41.25 hourly DOE

What We Offer

• Competitive benefits and growth opportunities
• Generous performance‑based bonuses & PTO
• 12% 401(k) match
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development and clear career‑advancement pathways

Avangrid Power is seeking to fill a Wind Turbine Technician opening. The company will determine Tech level based on experience and education. This position is responsible for the onsite operations, maintenance, repairs, and replacement of equipment on a wind powered generation plant and leads in all areas of plant operations as directed by the Plant Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain wind turbine equipment along with associated infrastructure including substation, collection, and transmission systems.
• Read schematics and proficiently 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 maintenance manuals.
• Adhere to effective internal controls.
• Perform data collection and prepare reports to meet wind plant reporting requirements.
• Perform various retrofits and design modifications.
• Perform various QA/QC functions, compile and submit supporting documents of items found. If applicable, support Construction in the Mechanical and Commissioning walk-downs.

Additional Responsibilities

• Increase professional knowledge of turbine or solar equipment, including safety regulations.
• Willing to work overtime on holidays, weekends, and on short notice participating in an on‑call schedule.
• Ability and willingness to travel to other sites on short notice. About 10-15% travel may be required.
• Perform duties around low, medium, and high voltage.
• Ability to work in extremely adverse weather conditions.

Skills And Requirements

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. (i.e. voltage testers, amp clamps, oscilloscopes, megohmmeters, infrared testers, hydraulic torque equipment, alignment and various hand and power tools).
• 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 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.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• 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 worn when performing job related tasks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in power plant operations and maintenance.
• Experience in wind and solar plant construction, operation, and maintenance; including, specific experience in wind turbine and solar power converters and inverters.
• Experience in high voltage switching.
• Related experiences gained in fields that require a strong electrical and mechanical aptitude.
• Qualified candidates living in or near the greater local area.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a medical exam, background check, references, drug screen, verification of legal right to work in the U.S., and in some cases, a credit check. A credit check will be administered when a prospective employee will be working in Finance, Accounting, Treasury or where duties may involve handling of funds, accounts, or cash. A Motor Vehicle (MVR) check will be administered when a prospective employee will be regularly using a company vehicle.

Avangrid Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, status as an individual with a disability, or any other status or class protected by federal or state law.

Company

PPM TECHNICAL SERVICES, INC

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