What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wind Turbine Technician position at DTE Energy?
Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled Wind Technician to join our team at DTE Energy. As a Wind Technician, you will be responsible for performing preventative maintenance and corrective maintenance on wind turbines and related equipment, including inspections, operations, and repairs.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform inspections, operations, and maintenance of wind turbine equipment
- Identify and recognize when equipment and/or machinery is outside of normal operating limits
- Maintain records of work performed and ensure precise measurements, a strict order of operations, and all safety procedures are completed
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED with three years of relevant wind experience; or Associate degree in a relevant field or Wind Certificate, inclusive of one year of relevant wind experience
- Experience with AC & DC electrical systems, rigging, rotating equipment, shaft alignment, torqueing, mechanical drawings, electrical drawings
- Basic knowledge of wind turbine software systems and CMMS systems (ie. GE Toolbox and Wind SCADA, Maximo)
- Ability to climb heights with tools and equipment, including turbine/tower ladders that may exceed 260 feet
- Ability to lift items including heavy equipment, parts, and tools that may weigh more than 50 pounds
Working Conditions
The Wind Technician will work in a utility plant environment and outdoors, exposed to outside weather conditions, including hot/cold, wet and/or humid conditions, works near moving mechanical parts and/or machinery.
DTE Energy is an equal opportunity employer that considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, disability, national origin, citizenship, height, weight, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other status protected by law.
