High Voltage Technologist I or II (Traveling Position)

Job Description : Overview

Deriva Energy, a portfolio company of Brookfield Renewable U.S., who is a nationwide leader in sustainable energy provides wind, solar, resilient backup power, and managed energy services to over 1,000 projects across the U.S., with a total electric capacity of more than 5,100 megawatts of nonregulated renewable energy. . Our Renewables Technologists (High Voltage Technicians) are a vital part of our organization, and we take pride in hiring and training the best in the industry.We are looking for motivated, High Voltage Technicians to travel the country maintaining and repairing high and medium voltage equipment.

This is a traveling position six weeks on and one week off (no pay).

Responsibilities

Provides technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis, resolution of problems and repair completion of electrical equipment

Prepares thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations, and sketches.

Strives to continually improve job-related, technical, and professional knowledge, skills and performance

Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills to effectively coordinate work activities

Maintains accurate records and files

Supports the company's goals and represents the company positively and professionally

Strives to continually improve job-related, technical and professional knowledge, skills and performance.

Develops technical expertise for the identification, resolution of problems and repair completion of electrical generating equipment.

Basic Qualifications

Technologist I

Minimum of 1 year as an Associate or similar experience

Complete required training for EO1

Forklift training / Certification

Aerial lift training / Certification

NFPA 70E qualified

Basic Understanding of Thermography

Read and understand Electrical System As Built Drawings.

Ability to write and perform SAT / HEC LOTO

Technologist II

Minimum of 2 years as a Technologist 1 or similar experience

Complete required training for EO2

Understanding of Dissolved Gas Analysis

Basic knowledge of Transformer Degasification Processing

Read and understand Electrical System As Built Drawings.

Able to perform Underground Cable Fault Detection and make repairs

Basic Understanding of Dissolved Gas Analysis

Air switch Installations and Maintenance knowledge

Desired Qualifications

Experience working on substation and BOP equipment

Experience working with micro-processor relays

Experience using testing equipment (Multimeter. Megger, TTR, ETC...)

Ability to read and understand site and equipment drawings

Ability to effectively apply basic principles of project management

FAA Part 107 SUAS rating (Commercial drone pilot)

Ability to work effectively within a team dynamic to get the job done within the allotted project timeline

Working Conditions

Travel required for 100% of the projects

Operate equipment including but not limited to forklifts and commercial motor vehicles

This position contains a weight restriction of 265 pounds as an essential function of the job. The purpose of this restriction is to ensure that all weight rated equipment is used in an appropriate and safe manner within maximum allowed weight loading

Exposure to mechanical, electrical, and / or other hazards

Ability to lift 75lbs individually

Walking, Climbing of stairs, ladders, and / or scaffolds

Working in all-weather outdoor conditions (extreme heat, cold, wind, rain, snow)

Exposure to noisy, dusty conditions, chemicals or solvents

Ability to pass a background check and pass a drug test

Able to pass a pre-employment physical

Completion of OEM or third-party technical specialty training program

Field Mobility Classification - Work will be performed in various field locations, as needed, after the onboarding period

Benefits

Safe working conditions

Healthy Work-Life Balance

Competitive Pay

Per Diem

Paid Travel Arrangements

Over-Time

Paid Training

Computer

Generous paid time off and paid holidays

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401k plan

Additional Information :

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Deriva welcomes veterans of the United States Armed Forces to apply for this position. Deriva includes veterans of all branches and a diverse set of occupational specialties. We value the independent thinking, problem solving, leadership, and teamwork that our veterans have developed through their service. We welcome applications from any service and any military occupational specialty.

Deriva Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, protected veteran or military status, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.