Field Troubleshooting Technician- Wind

Field Troubleshooting Technician- Wind

Invenergy is North America's largest privately held developer, owner, and operator of power infrastructure. With 25 years of trusted execution, we deliver reliable, affordable energy through a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, solar, land-based wind, energy storage, transmission, and domestic manufacturing. Headquartered in Chicago, we develop, own, and operate large scale projects that power communities and support the energy future.

As a Field Troubleshooting Technician- Wind, you will support the Wind operating fleet in all aspects of operations but have a primary focus on in-field troubleshooting and return to service efforts. In this role you will have a responsibility to partner with site teams to return turbines to service while training newer technicians on troubleshooting practices. This position is 100% travel for 4 weeks with 1 week off at the end of 4 weeks.

Responsibilities will include the following:

• Travel within the US fleet to support Invenergy owned and third party contracted sites on various scopes of work to include advanced troubleshooting, pilot program initiatives, de-rated turbines, and complex repairs.
• Diagnose faults and repair equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Support pilot projects to evaluate new equipment, tools, and/or processes.
• Assist with managing deliverables and contractual obligations, while interfacing with internal/external parties.
• Prepare and implement operating procedures which comply with company, customer, and industry standards and ensure compliance with all Federal, State, and Local requirements.
• Support High Voltage switching, as needed.
• Identify, document, and communicate opportunities for operational and quality improvements.
• Obtain, compile, and analyze information to properly identify course of action for proactive and reactive maintenance and repairs.
• Provide a high level of professionalism and technical expertise, while working with minimal oversight.
• Lead, assist and work alongside technicians in all aspects of their required job duties pertaining to operational and contractual obligations at each site.
• Perform on-the-job (OJT) training functions with site technicians.
• Evaluate and supervise contractor scope and repair work as it pertains to returning equipment to operation.
• Perform QA/QC inspections at all locations across the fleet and provide feedback on best practices and improvement opportunities.
• Efficiently manage personal travel arrangements
• Rotational position travel in 4-week intervals away from home while returning for a week off.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Accomplished and proven troubleshooter with a minimum of 2 years wind turbine experience.
• Must be able to work outdoors in inclement weather, climb ladders without assistance and work at heights greater than 80 meters (250 feet)
• Ability to move and manipulate up to 45 kg (100 pounds)
• Weight must not exceed 120 kg (265 lbs.) excluding equipment/gear worn when performing job related tasks.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
• Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred Qualifications:

• GE wind turbine experience.
• Knowledge of CMMS (EAM)
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office software
• Proficiency with equipment software to include GE Toolbox ST, GE Webpages, SCADA, Visu-pro, and CMS systems Excellent verbal and written communications skills

This is a safety sensitive position. Individuals receiving conditional offers of employment will be subject to drug testing and must receive a negative result to begin working for the company.

Base Pay

$35.23 - $52.97 USD Hourly Bonus: 0% - 10%

The base pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target salary for the position. Invenergy considers a number of factors when determining base pay offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education and skills. In addition to base pay, the total annual compensation package may also include eligibility to participate in our bonus program(s) which are designed to reward individual and company performance. Your recruiter can share more about bonus eligibility for this position during the hiring process. Invenergy offers a variety of other benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k, profit sharing, paid time off, etc.

Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.