Associate Renewables Technologist

Job Description:

Overview:

As a leader in developing innovative wind solutions, we're continually investing in new wind energy projects. Since launching its first wind power project in 2008, we have invested more than $7.3 billion to grow our commercial wind and solar power businesses. Today, we own or operate 23 wind energy assets, generating over 3,000 megawatts of energy across the country. Our Renewables Technologists (Blade Repair 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 procedure-driven, Blade Technicians to travel the country repairing electrical generating equipment and other composite items on our turbines. This is a full-time, permanent position with significant room for advancement. Renewables Technologists work within the specialty field of Composite Blade Maintenance to support Deriva Energy Renewables Operations.

Responsibilities:

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

Basic Qualifications:

• High School/GED

• Associates degree

• In addition to required degree, one (1) year minimum related work experience

• In lieu of Associates degree and one (1) year minimum related work experience listed above, three (3) years minimum of related work experience

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience working on composite wind turbine blades

• Completion of OEM or third-party composite/blade repair training program

• Ability to obtain an ACMA CCT Wind Blade Repair certification within the first 6 months of being hired

• Experience working from suspended up to 300FT platforms, lifts or rope access

• Formal NDT training for composite materials

• Ability to effectively apply basic principles of project management

• FAA Part 107 SUAS rating (Commercial drone pilot)

• Experience with multiple wind turbine platforms

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

Working Conditions:

• Valid Driver's License required

• Any travel to projects

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

• The ability to climb turbine towers (up to 400ft) daily is a requirement of this position

• 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

• Work at heights greater than 300 feet daily

• 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.

• Safe Working Weight Requirement: 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.

• Field Mobility Classification - Work will be performed in various field locations, as needed, after the onboarding period. However, field employees are required to live within a reasonable daily commute to their assigned work location.

Benefits:

• Safe working conditions

• Healthy Work-Life Balance

• Competitive Pay

• Per Diem

• Paid Travel Arrangements

• Over-Time

• Paid Composite Blade Repair Certification Programs and Trainings

• Computer

• Cellphone

• Ipad

• Generous paid time off and paid holidays

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• 401K

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.