Renewable Energy Technician 1 [On-Site]

Technician 3

This position, under specific direction from the site manager or his/her designee, performs unsupervised field maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on one or more types of renewable energy generators. The scope includes full system installation, commissioning, maintenance, system performance evaluation and troubleshooting of power and energy systems. The Technician 3 may lead teams on routine tasks. The Technician 3 is expected to have knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems in a renewable energy asset. Technician 3 demonstrates proficiency in using advanced diagnostic tools, understanding of system software, and familiarity with the latest industry standards.

Required Training: Each Renewable Energy Technician will attend mandatory five (5) week training and certification course at the start of their employment. The exact duration will be determined based on experience and qualifications. The training is in Albert Lea, MN, and travel, accommodation, and expenses will be provided.

This position is on-site in Western, Nebraska.

Responsibilities

In the field:

• Performs preventative maintenance on wind turbines, utility scale photovoltaic power plants and storage systems.
• Under the supervision of an experienced technician, performs troubleshooting, repairs, and upgrades/ revisions to a broad range of equipment in the renewable industry.
• Properly completes Job Safety Assessments, applies LOTOs by following LOTO plans & procedures, identifies & reports all safety hazards on jobsite and suggest improvements, and attends safety meetings.
• Participates in the 24hr/weekly "On Call" rotation & work outside business hours when needed.
• Attends safety and technical training required for this position.

Administrative duties, such as documenting completed jobs, implementing supply orders. Complete daily work orders, time tracking and any other required paperwork for the specific project/assignment.

Other duties as assigned.

Supervision of Others: None

Working Conditions: 100% of time is spent working in the renewable asset field. There is also marginal time spent in the office environment, utilizing computers (frequent use of various Microsoft software/programs), phones, and general office equipment.

This position requires working on platforms or skids, wearing appropriate personal protective equipment, and the repetitive use of legs, arms, hands, and fingers. The employee will work eight (8) hours a day, forty (40) hours a week, and overtime and night shifts as required.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to:

• Extreme weather conditions, including cold, heat, rain, wind, etc.
• High voltage and stored energy
• Moving mechanical parts and vibration
• Confined spaces
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Fiscal Responsibilities: Support site budget by ensuring costs is within budget and maintenances and repairs are made in a timely manner by finding efficiencies and working with appropriate subject matter experts to decrease operating loss factor (OLF) and striving for continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

• High school Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ years related experience or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• Experience with Siemens Gamesa 145 preferred but not required.
• Must meet Qualified Electrical Worker standards.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Must possess a valid current driver's license and successfully meet organizational requirements to operate motor vehicles.
• Requires basic knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic components of wind turbines/ photovoltaic power and energy storage systems.
• Familiar with CSA Z462 / NFPA 70E and able to identify the appropriate PPE required for specific tasks and environments.
• Requires basic understanding of schematics and can use a multi-meter correctly.
• Able to demonstrate basic computer knowledge.
• Able to follow both verbal and written instructions.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Successfully complete applicable safety and technical training program for the entry level technician.
• Ability to understand, read, write, and speak clearly in English.

Physical Requirements:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to:
• Be able to use hands and fingers to handle or feel; and be able to reach with hands and arms.
• Possess good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for working with small parts and tools.
• Possess good vision and hearing to frequently detect potential hazards and communicate effectively with team members.
• Be able to stand, crouch, walk, and work for extended periods of time.
• Be able to operate company vehicles (field trucks) on site and on public roads and highways.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 35 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Be able to work in an electrical-mechanical environment.
• Ability to climb ladders, stairs, and structures to heights more than 91 meters (300 feet).
• Able to work at heights, including climbing up and descending towers, entering nacelles and hubs at extreme heights.
• Be comfortable with working in various weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, wind, and rain.
• Comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces.

Special Conditions of Employment: Physical Weight Limit Restriction

Due to weight restrictions associated with life-saving fall-arrest equipment employees are required to wear while working at heights, maximum employee weight must not exceed 285 lbs. Employee weight subject to review at anytime throughout the duration of employment and required annually at a minimum.