Wind Technician, Bull Hill Wind
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Wind Technician, Bull Hill Wind

Brookfield Renewable

Location: Franklin,ME, USA

Date: 2024-12-14T19:43:26Z

Job Description:
Wind TechnicianUnder the general direction of the Site Manager and in accordance with applicable policies and procedures, the Wind Technician is responsible for the planning and oversight of the Bull Hill wind facility, and training and working alongside the team for hands-on troubleshooting, maintenance, repair and operation of wind turbines, high voltage systems, and related equipment.Responsibilities:
  • Follow all health, safety, security and environmental procedures, observe safe working practices and maintain a safe working environment.
  • Plan and execute all mechanical, hydraulic and electrical component maintenance on multiple wind turbine platforms.
  • Perform and train others on complex troubleshooting including but not limited to PLC systems, hydraulic systems, electrical systems and mechanical systems on multiple turbine platforms.
  • Repair and replace all components associated with multiple wind turbine platforms.
  • Travel and assist remote assets as needed.
  • Participate in a rotating On Call shift as required
  • Use electrical test equipment to verify isolation and assist in troubleshooting of complex systems.
  • Perform High, Medium and Low Voltage switching with the High Voltage Technician and assist with training others
  • Help in all areas of site operations as directed by Operations Supervisor with minimal supervision.
  • Operate and maintain a company vehicle.
  • Use and maintain company-issued tools.
  • Read and comprehend electrical and hydraulic schematics.
  • Perform Contractor Monitoring as required
  • Document inventory, time and work descriptions in a computer-based management system.
  • Create and manage Purchase Requisitions and Orders, and coordinate delivery tracking and invoices with the Accounts Payable team
Qualifications:
  • Possess a high school diploma or GED and have a minimum of 2 years of hands on experience performing maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs on variable pitch, variable speed wind turbines.
  • Ability to climb multiple towers per day up to 90 meters unassisted, in various weather conditions to perform maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs.
  • Ability to lift, move, place, and/or handle objects up to 50lbs unassisted and up to 100lbs assisted.
  • Ability to work with and differentiate between color-coded electrical wires.
  • Ability to complete all TerraForm Power HSSE requirements within 3 months of onboarding.
  • Will be required to hold and maintain the following certificates included but not limited to:
  • Tower Climbing and Rescue
  • Confined Space Rescue
  • FA, CPR, AED, BBP
  • NFPA 70E
  • Class III, IV and V forklift
  • Rigging and Signalman
    • Experience with repair and maintenance of wind turbine/generator systems and related equipment as follows: electrical, mechanical, hydraulic as well as PLC programming and troubleshooting skills and ability to perform related essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations
    • Substation, relay and HV experience is preferred
    • Hold a valid US Driver's License
    • Knowledge of Windows based software including Outlook, Excel, and Word
    • Experience with related mechanical and electrical OSHA safety standards.
    • Experience with TerraForm Power HSS&E Program and Culture
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