What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Wind Technician, Kaheawa Wind Power I&II position at Brookfield Renewable?
Senior Wind Technician
Under the general direction of the Site Manager and in accordance with applicable policies and procedures, the Wind Technician is responsible for the planning and oversight of the Kaheawa Wind assets, and training and working alongside the team for hands-on troubleshooting, maintenance, repair and operation of wind turbine generation systems, high voltage systems, and related equipment.
Responsibilities:
- Follow all health, safety, security and environmental (HSSE) procedures, observe safe working practices and maintain a safe working environment.
- Plan and execute all mechanical, hydraulic and electrical component maintenance on GE 1.5 se wind turbine platform.
- Perform and train others on complex troubleshooting including but not limited to PLC systems, hydraulic systems, electrical systems and mechanical systems on multiple turbine platforms.
- Repair and replace all components associated with multiple wind turbine platforms.
- Travel and assist remote assets as needed.
- Participate in a rotating On Call shift as required
- Use electrical test equipment to verify isolation and assist in troubleshooting of complex systems.
- Train to and ultimately support performance of High, Medium, and Low Voltage switching
- Help in all areas of site operations including facility repairs and maintenance as directed by Site Manager or Sr. Manager, Asset Management, Wind Operations with minimal supervision.
- Operate and maintain a company vehicle.
- Train to operate and maintain site specific specialized equipment, such as Prinoth snow groomers
- Use and maintain company-issued tools.
- Read and comprehend electrical and hydraulic schematics.
- Train to and Perform Contractor Monitoring duties as required
- Document inventory, time and work descriptions in a computer-based management system.
- Create and manage Purchase Requisitions and Orders, and coordinate delivery tracking and invoices with the Accounts Payable team
Qualifications:
- Possess a high school diploma or GED and have a minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience performing maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs on variable pitch, variable speed wind turbines.
- Ability to climb multiple towers per day up to 100 meters unassisted, in various weather conditions to perform maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs.
- Ability to lift, move, place, and/or handle objects up to 50lbs unassisted and up to 100lbs assisted.
- Ability to work with and differentiate between color-coded electrical wires.
- Ability to complete all TerraForm Power HSSE requirements within 3 months of onboarding.
- Will be required to hold and maintain the following certificates included but not limited to:
- Tower Climbing and Rescue
- Confined Space Rescue
- FA, CPR, AED, BBP
- NFPA 70E
- Class III, IV and V forklift
- Rigging and Signalman
- Experience with repair and maintenance of wind turbine/generator systems and related equipment as follows: electrical, mechanical, hydraulic as well as PLC programming and troubleshooting skills and ability to perform related essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations
- Substation, relay and HV experience is preferred
- Hold a valid US Driver’s License
- Knowledge of Windows based software including Outlook, Excel, and Word
- Experience with related mechanical and electrical OSHA safety standards.
- Experience with TerraForm Power HSSE Program and Culture is a benefit
- Experience specifically with GE 1.5 se (or related 1.5 technology) is a benefit
