What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Wind Technician Role position at Brookfield Renewable?
Company Overview:
Brookfield Renewable is a leading renewable energy company that operates and maintains wind facilities across the globe. As a Lead Wind Technician, you will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of our wind facilities, including the Bull Hill wind facility.
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Wind Technician to join our team. The successful candidate will have hands-on experience in maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing variable pitch, variable speed wind turbines. The ideal candidate will be able to work independently and as part of a team, with excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and execute mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical component maintenance on multiple wind turbine platforms.
- Perform complex troubleshooting, including PLC systems, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and mechanical systems.
- Repair and replace components associated with multiple wind turbine platforms.
- Travel and assist remote assets as needed.
- Participate in a rotating On Call shift as required.
Requirements:
- 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.
- Able to climb multiple towers per day up to 90 meters unassisted, in various weather conditions to perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs.
- Able to lift, move, place, and/or handle objects up to 50lbs unassisted and up to 100lbs assisted.
- Able to work with and differentiate between color-coded electrical wires.
