Wind Turbine Technician Apprentice

Wind Turbine Technician

Altrad Alpha Wind Services, a part of Altrad Group, is a provider of specialist services to the onshore and offshore wind industry. Through the delivery of blade integrity, balance of plant maintenance, main component exchange, installation and commissioning services, we support onshore and offshore wind turbine OEMs and operators. This position is for a travelling Wind Turbine Technician. The Wind Turbine Technician utilizes skills and training to perform maintenance and/or installation and commissioning work on assigned turbines. For this position, you will work at different job sites in the United States.

Wind Turbine Technicians may specialize in tower construction/assembly, bolt torquing, or mechanical/hydraulic/electrical troubleshooting, but should be able to provide basic maintenance and installation work.

Main Responsibilities

• Follow defined schedules and procedures including safety protocol, turbine service and/or installation processes, and other verbal and written instruction
• Climb wind turbine towers daily, wearing all required safety equipment
• Understand electrical and mechanical functions of all components of a wind turbine generator and associated equipment
• Perform intermediate level wind turbine maintenance and/or installation and commissioning tasks as assigned
• Takes direction from Site Manager or Line manager; informs management of any issues preventing performance of tasks
• Effectively gathers information regarding turbine performance / issues
• May diagnose, recommend, and implement solutions up to intermediate routine issues
• Seeks assistance when encountering turbine issues outside trained skill level to ensure success in resolution
• May perform retrofits and QA/QC Inspections of wind turbine generators and assist in main component exchanges
• Documents work and tasks where required and enters data into customer's system or forms as required
• Complies with all Site Safety policies and procedures
• Independently initiates and performs most work tasks as well as follows defined instructions and maintenance schedules, executing plans as directed and performs according to written and verbal instruction from higher level technical staff
• Effectively promotes strong team environment through assisting team mates in accomplishing goals as well as mentoring lower level technical staff
• Visibly supports and promotes team spirit and cooperation, and supports change initiatives
• Demonstrates and promotes integrity, strong initiative, as well as a no-compromise focus on safety and quality of work on a continuous basis
• Acts as a safety role model, encourages and recognizes others completing safe acts and intervenes when unsafe acts are being practiced
• Adheres to all safety standards and procedures
• Identifies gaps in safety standards as well as safety risks in the environment, implements effective risk mitigation and provides recommendations to higher level technical staff and management
• Perform other tasks as assigned

Skills/Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent

Minimum one (1) year technical wind industry experience, OR six (6) months technical wind industry experience and a certificate of completion from a Wind Technician program, OR in absence of technical wind industry experience, minimum three (3) years' experience working with hydraulic, electrical, mechanical skills and/or composite skills

Demonstrated use and understanding of intermediate level power tools such as hydraulic, power torque and diagnostic tools

Ability to demonstrate intermediate working knowledge of industrial safety practices / protocols

Valid Driver's License and acceptable driving record

Strong attention to detail and execution excellence

Strong communication skills

Good interpersonal and customer relation skills

Basic computer operation skills, familiarity with internet based program navigation, and ability to generate and interpret computer data

Ability to read, interpret and understand drawings and schematics to validate work activity and ensure that risks are identified and mitigated

Additional Requirements

• Ability and willingness to travel for extended periods of time working weekends, holidays, and overtime
• Ability and willingness to be available for adhoc or rotation shift schedule 24 hours, 7 days a week, at times with short notice
• Ability to read, comprehend and write in English
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders 100-400ft in height
• Ability to lift, push, pull, carry items up to 50 lbs in weight
• Ability to meet specific OSHA weight limits of 250-300lbs maximum when wearing all equipment
• Ability to stand, stoop, kneel, and bend for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to grip and manually manipulate, often with repetitive motion, items such as, but not limited to, hand tools, power tools, turbine parts
• Comfort working in confined spaces and at heights over 300 feet
• Ability to successfully participate in all training courses, including high-angle rescue and training
• Periodic walking
• Ability to hear and use close range radios
• Strong field of vision including visual depth perception and ability to distinguish colours
• Able to work in demanding physical and inclement weather conditions
• Comfort working remotely with limited supervisory interaction

Desired Characteristics

• Experience with GE, Siemens, or Vestas turbines
• LOTO experience is highly preferred
• GE, Siemens, or Vestas Certification is highly preferred
• Working knowledge of crane and rigging requirements
• OSHA-10, NFPA 70E, First Aid/CPR, Climbing and Tower Rescue certificates
• Confined Space Entry and Rescue certificates

HSEQ Responsibilities

It is mandatory that the incumbent is familiar with the Company's HSEQ Policy and takes an active role in the compliance and improvement of Sparrows Integrated Management System. The incumbent must report any incidents, near misses, actual or potential problems with products, services or systems to their Line Manager. The incumbent also has legal responsibilities under country-specific health and safety legislation to follow all Company processes and procedures and familiarise themselves with the emergency response arrangements applicable to them. The incumbent is also responsible for the health and safety arrangements of subordinates (if any) and for any persons visiting them while on the Company premises.

What We Offer:

• A dynamic work environment focused on innovation and teamwork
• Opportunities to work on critical projects that enhance the reliability and integrity of wind energy operations
• A culture that values the quality of our people and their contributions
• Benefits: 401(k), 401(k) matching, dental insurance, health insurance, life insurance, paid time off, referral program, retirement plan, vision insurance

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Candidates applying for U.S. based positions must have the legal right to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.