Wind Technician (Lead)

Wind Technician

This is an exceptional opportunity to work with a nationwide Eolic Energy Company in Texas

Job Description:
Pay range Open depending on experience with full benefits
Standard / Overtime / Double Time Pay structure
Industry leading per diems
Paid travel days
Company Cell Phone provided
401K & Health Benefits
Provided workwear and PPE
Advancement opportunities for solid performers.

Job Responsibilities:
Replace up tower generator bearings and collector rings
Replace up tower generator wye rings and rotor shaft leads
Perform inspection, testing, repairs, major component bearing changing experience on wind turbine generators and related wind farm equipment up to 13.2kV.
Perform removal and replacement of generators, gearboxes, rotor assemblies, blade assemblies and auxiliary motors.
Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical, mechanical or hydraulic components and equipment on wind turbines and related wind farm equipment
Perform predictive and preventive maintenance using technologies such as, lubrication, insulation resistance, surge testing, vibration analysis, dynamic electrical testing, etc.
Perform root cause analysis to identify equipment faults or problems, and to actively help develop solutions for corrective actions

Minimum Qualifications to qualify for consideration, you must meet each of the following minimum qualifications and required knowledge skills.
At least 3 years related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
High School Diploma or GED; (Associates degree or Certification as a Wind Turbine Technician is a plus)
Ability to read drawings, prints & schematics and use multi-meters, amp clamps and basic electrical test equipment and torque tools
Able to climb and work at or above 260+ feet
Must have knowledge of electrical testing at 480V (4160V is a plus).
Basic computer skills
Good written and verbal skills
Must be able to lift, up to 75 lbs., walk, climb, reach, kneel, crawl, and balance
Must be willing to travel for extended periods

Note that if you get hired you must undergo a background and a driving records checks