Plant Lead Technician

Job Title: PLANT LEAD TECHNICIAN

EDP Renewables is a global leader in the renewable energy sector and the fourth-largest wind energy producer. With a sound development pipeline, first-class assets, and market-leading operating capacity, EDPR has undergone exceptional development in recent years and is currently present in 28 markets.

Our company is part of EDP, a global energy group present in around 30 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.

What you will do Role Overview:

The Plant Lead Technician is responsible for the on-site operations, maintenance, repairs, and replacement of equipment at one of EDPR NA’s operating wind-energy generation sites.  You will lead all areas of plant operations as directed by the Operations Manager and will work closely with external contractors, Central Maintenance, Performance Analysis, and other internal departments as needed.

Main responsibilities:

Ensure proper operation, inspection and maintenance of wind turbines and associated wind plant equipment and systems including substation, met towers, tower switchgear, SCADA systems, road maintenance, crop damage assessments, general building maintenance, etc.

Proactively look for improvement opportunities to job appropriate processes and procedures

Effectively gather information regarding performance issues associated with turbines, met towers, metering, etc. May diagnose, recommend, and implement solutions up to intermediate routine issues.

Comply with all pertinent environmental health and safety programs

Act as a safety role model, encourage and recognize others completing safe acts and intervene when unsafe acts are being practiced

Perform a variety of administrative duties satisfying both internal and external reporting requirements. Administrative responsibilities include but are not limited to, plan of the day (POD) reports, reviewing work orders, SAP processing, fault reports, offline turbine reports, QA/QC inspections reports, and engineering cases.

Identify gaps in safety standards and safety risks in the work environment and provide recommendations to higher level technical staff and management

Demonstrate and promote integrity, strong initiative, and a no-compromise focus on safety and quality of work on a continuous basis

Review completed service checklists and work orders for accuracy and maintain punch list for future work activities

Adhere to effective internal controls

Perform data collection and prepare reports in order to meet reporting requirements

Perform QA/QC inspections in accordance with applicable SOP

Engage appropriate internal and external resources to correct performance issues

Ensure that reliable electronic communication is maintained between the turbines, substation, site office, and home office

Facilitate periodic equipment inspections and reporting

Monitor contractor performance and ensure quality and adherence to the highest standards and work practices.

Interface with local community members and land owners to establish and maintain report

Facilitate training requirements as it relates to areas of safety and compliance training

Facilitate daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reporting in accordance with operational, safety, regulatory, and environmental performance requirements

Ability to direct work of Plant Tech 1 and Plant Tech 2 technicians when applicable

Work closely with Operations Manager on budget administration

Periodically report to Operations Manager of day to day operations

Locate underground utilities installed at the wind plant with applicable state guidelines

Track and report drainage related concerns with approved vendors of the wind plant

Work closely with equipment suppliers and service entities as needed including filling warranty claims

Additional duties as required

Employment type: Work site

What are we looking for

Minimum Requirements: Travel As needed

Behavioral Requirements:

• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and possession of a valid driver’s license
• Ability to work around low, medium, and high voltage equipment
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
• Ability and willingness to travel occasionally to other operational sites within the US and Canada as needed
• Ability and willingness to work overtime on holidays and weekends and to work on short notice as needed due to on-call scheduling
• Ability and willingness to respond to site emergencies 24 hours a day, 7 days a week as needed

Physical demands & working conditions:

• Sitting/Standing/Flexibility: Ability to frequently perform physical tasks including standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching approximately 25% of the time while on wind farm sites.  Ability to stand and sit for 8 or more hours when in an office environment.
• Walking:  Ability to walk across unpaved and rough surfaces when on wind farm sites
• Speech/Reading:  Ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently and deliver a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form
• Lifting: Ability to lift items weighing up to 60 pounds
• Climbing:
• Ability to climb turbine towers in excess of 100 meters in height to access the work area
• Weight must not exceed 275 pounds, excluding equipment/gear worn when performing job-related tasks, to be in accordance with the ANSI Fall Protection Standards.
• Vision/Hearing: Ability to interpret and follow a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form
• Tolerance to Extreme Weather Conditions: Ability to work in adverse weather conditions approx. 25% of the time while on wind farm sites
• Safety: Ability to understand and communicate safety precautions when necessary

Equal opportunities for all
Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer, ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group.

Need more reasons to apply?
As a top employer we:
Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making;
Respect and value each person, providing a flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits;
Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility;

Our efforts have resulted in several distinctions over time, highlighting the EDP group's strong positioning and its dedication and commitment to attracting and retaining the best talent:
Top employer certification by Top Employers Institute
Part of the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index
Global certification as a family-responsible company by Fundación Másfamília
Top 100 Workplaces by Houston Chronicle

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $71,440.00 - $89,300.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Compensation Package:

• Bonus opportunities

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $71,440 - $89,300