Site Wind Technician (West Virginia)

Wind Tech Recruiters • West Virginia • 1d ago

WTR Search - Renewables is looking for a Site Wind Technician in Northern West Virginia. This is a permanent position offering exceptional hourly rates and benefits, with room to grow. Relocation assistance is available.

Responsibilities

Perform assembly, commissioning, testing, repair, and maintenance on wind turbine generators and related equipment at the wind farm
Conduct and review safety analyses of potential electrical and mechanical hazards in the wind turbines, switch room, and the O&M building
Support Root Cause Analyses to assist in determining equipment failure and the reasons for failures when they occur
Complete required and accurate documentation associated with corrective and preventive maintenance of wind turbines and associated equipment
Troubleshoot, adjust, repair, and/or retrofit low to medium-voltage electrical, mechanical, or hydraulic components/equipment
Perform preventative maintenance activities safely and efficiently on wind turbines and associated equipment located on the wind farm
Utilize appropriate safety gear, and protective equipment, and control or dissipation of energy sources to ensure work is performed in a safe manner
Conduct safety analysis and review of hazards and energy sources before and while performing any work assignment on the wind farm
Properly maintain tools and equipment used to perform assigned maintenance assignments
Maintain required training certifications and qualifications
Other responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma or GED, wind school certificate a plus
One year of hands-on wind experience
Experience with the Neg Micon or Vestas turbines a plus
Flexibility to work overtime and rotating shifts as required
Able to work independently in a fast-paced team environment
Ability to move and manipulate up to 50 pounds, climb vertical ladders, and work at heights of 300 feet
Ability to work in both indoor and outdoor environments and adverse and extreme weather conditions
Ability to be certified and work with both medium and high-voltage equipment
Have a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record, ability to pass a drug screen and criminal background check