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Senior Wind Plant Technician |
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Iberdrola Renewables
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Iberdrola Renewables is seeking Senior Wind Plant Technicians to support our Top of Iowa II Wind Plant facility and adjacent wind plant facilities in and around the Kensett, Iowa area. (Candidates with less experience may be considered at a lower level.) This position is responsible for the onsite operations, maintenance, repairs and replacement of equipment on a wind powered generation plant, and leads in all areas of plant operations as directed by the Plant Manager.
Responsibilities include:
* Operate and maintain wind turbines and associated wind plant equipment, including substation and tower switchgear.
* Read schematics to troubleshoot complicated mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic problems with variable pitch, variable speed control systems and components.
* Perform mechanical and electrical component repair or replacement of parts to correct malfunctions following all manufacturers' requirements.
* Comply with all project environmental health and safety programs.
* Perform preventive maintenance in accordance with OEM maintenance manuals.
* Adhere to effective internal controls.
* Perform data collection and prepare reports to meet wind plant reporting requirements.
Qualifications
Candidates are required to meet the following qualifications:
* Two year college or technical school certificate; or 18 months of related experience or wind industry training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.(Candidates with less experience may be considered at a lower level)
* Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
* Ability to climb 80 meter steel towers on a daily basis to perform maintenance in the nacelle and hub.
* Ability to frequently lift items weighing 1 to 60 pounds and occasionally lift items from 61 to 100 pounds.
* Advanced computer skills utilizing word processing, spreadsheets, email, facility control, management and reporting systems. Including the use of computerized diagnostic and troubleshooting tools.
* Ability to interpret and follow a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
* Possession of comprehensive writing skills to meet contractual reporting obligations.
* Willing to work overtime on holidays, weekends, and on short notice. Participates in an on-call schedule.
* Ability to work in extremely adverse weather conditions.
* Ability to work around low and medium voltage.
* Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
* Knowledgeable of heavy equipment required for facility maintenance with a working knowledge of crane and rigging requirements.
* Familiarity with maintenance and electronic testing equipment. (i.e. voltage testers, amp clamps, oscilloscopes, megohmmeters, infrared testers, hydraulic torque equipment, alignment and various hand and power tools.)
* Willingness and desire to increase professional knowledge of turbine equipment, including safety regulations. May require travel to other wind sites within U.S.
Preference may be given to candidates with the following:
* Experience in power plant operations and maintenance.
* Experience in wind plant operations and turbine experience; including specific experience in wind turbine power converters
* Experience in high voltage switching.
* Qualified candidates living in or near the greater local area.
* Experience doing post-operational repair and maintenance on Gamesa turbines
A post-employment physical exam will be conducted.
All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, references, drug screen, verification of legal right to work in the U.S., and in some cases, a credit check. A credit check will be administered when a prospective employee will be working in Finance, Accounting, Treasury or where duties may involve handling of funds, accounts or cash. A Motor Vehicle (MVR) check will be administered when a prospective employee will be regularly using a company vehicle. Iberdrola Renewables is an Equal Opportunity Employer. |
| Company Description: |
Iberdrola Renewables is the world's leading provider of wind power with approximately 8,500 MW of wind power in operation globally now.
Iberdrola Renewables is a leader in optimized energy solutions tailored to meet the needs of wholesale and large commercial and industrial customers. Our portfolio of gas and power assets, 24-hour energy management and scheduling capabilities allow us to deliver products and services that help our customers manage risks and uncertainty in the natural gas and power industries while fulfilling short- or long-term energy requirements.
Based in Portland, Oregon, the North American division of Iberdrola Renewables was founded as a business unit in a century-old regional utility. Early signature projects such as the Klamath Cogeneration Plant and Stateline Wind Energy Center are now accompanied by an energy portfolio that includes power from a variety of technologies and geographies. Our natural gas portfolio includes storage facilities in Katy and Alberta which enable us to provide flexible gas delivery to our customers across North America.
We offer expertise in all aspects of wholesale power and gas markets. From generation development to long-term energy supply to asset management services and more, we are capable of managing the full range of its customers' energy needs.
Iberdrola Renewables offers a diversified portfolio of products by leveraging expertise in:
* Power—marketing and development of wind and thermal energy facilities, shaping and firming, scheduling and transmission management
* Natural gas—marketing, balancing, scheduling and transportation management
* Natural gas storage and hub services—asset development, operations and marketing through ENSTOR
* Energy services such as energy and asset management and structured power solutions tailored to fit customer needs
Iberdrola Renewables takes advantage of synergies across its business lines to offer customers optimized solutions tailored to fit their needs. |
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