at EDP Renewables North America LLC in Dwight, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Main accountabilities:
Ensure proper operation and maintenance of wind turbines and associated wind plant equipment including substation and tower switchgear
Proactively look for improvement opportunities to job appropriate processes and procedures and communicate through appropriate channels or implement improvements using the appropriate control management protocol
Identify gaps in safety standards and safety risks in the environment, implement effective risk mitigation and provide recommendations to higher level technical staff and management
Demonstrate and promote integrity, strong initiative, and teamwork
Comply with all pertinent environmental health and safety programs and act as safety role model
Work with and respond to EDPRs Remote Operations Control Center when necessary to coordinate remote operations
Complete all required training in a satisfactory manner and timeframe
Participate in on-the-job training with on-site personnel
Document all work performed using computer-based service reporting procedures
Adhere to internal controls in effect
Additional duties as required
Direct reports: None
Travel: Up to 10%
Minimum qualifications:
High school diploma or GED; technical school education preferred, or an equivalent combination of training and experience
1 – 2 years relevant experience in wind energy or a related industry
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office software, SQL Server software, facility management and reporting systems, and computerized diagnostic and troubleshooting tools
Familiarity with maintenance and electronic testing equipment (e.g., voltage testers, amp clamps, hydraulic torque equipment, alignment tools, various hand and power tools) and with heavy equipment required for facility maintenance including working knowledge of crane and rigging requirements
Experience with power plant operations and maintenance, wind plant operations and turbines (including turbine power converters specifically), high-voltage switching, and post-operational repair and maintenance of turbines preferred
Must possess a valid driver’s license and have the ability to operate a motor vehicle
Understanding of Microsoft products and/or complementing products. (Preferred)
Competency in Analytical Problem Solving, Strong Communication, Customer/Partner Relationships, and Technology Expertise. (Preferred)
Behavioral requirements:
Ability to operate a motor vehicle and possession of a valid driver’s license
Ability to work around low- and medium-voltage equipment
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
Ability and willingness to travel occasionally to other operational sites within the US as needed
Ability and willingness to work overtime on holidays and weekends and to work on short notice as needed
Ability and willingness to respond to site emergencies 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, as needed
Physical demands & working conditions:
Sitting/Standing/Flexibility: Ability to frequently perform physical tasks including standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching approximately 75% of the time while on wind farm sites; ability to stand and sit for 8 or more hours when in an office environment
Walking: Ability to walk .25 to .5 miles per day, including across unpaved and rough surfaces when on wind farm sites
Speech/Reading: Ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently and deliver a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form
Lifting: Ability to frequently lift items weighing up to 60 pounds
Climbing:
Ability to climb turbine towers in excess of 100 meters in height to access work area
Weight, including harness and tools, must be in accordance with the weight limit as specified by the ANSI Fall Protection Standards
Vision/Hearing: Ability to interpret and follow a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form
Tolerance to Extreme Weather Conditions:... For full info follow application link.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
