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Wind Technician - Travel

Invenergy LLC
Des Moines, IA
Full-time

Invenergy drives innovation in energy. Powered by decades of entrepreneurial experience and unparalleled execution, we solve the energy challenges facing our customers and communities.

We provide power generation and storage solutions at scale around the world to create a cleaner energy future. We develop.

We build. We own. We operate. We are Invenergy.

Job Description

Summary

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 included 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 Skills :

High School Diploma or equivalent

Accomplished and proven troubleshooter with minimum 2 years of GE wind turbine experience

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Knowledge and experience working with high-voltage tooling and personal protective equipment

Proficiency with equipment software to include GE Toolbox ST, GE Webpages, SCADA, Visu-pro, and CMS systems

Preferred Skills :

1 year of 2X specific experience preferred.

Knowledge of CMMS (EAM) is preferred.

Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office software preferred.

Physical Requirements :

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

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Benefits

Eligible for medical, dental, vision, 401(k), profit sharing, bonus, 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.

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