This is a skilled position in the maintenance and repair of wind turbine mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems.
This role is based in Merkel, TX. The address of the site is: 10718 FM 89 Merkel TX 79536.
Essential duties and responsibilities:
- Performs routine preventive maintenance on wind turbine mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems (under direction, if needed).
- Performs wind turbine mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems troubleshooting and repairs.
- Recognizes occurrences of wind turbine error codes and appropriately reports the problem.
- Assists with removal and installation of components.
- Assists with heavy equipment (crane) rigging and directing.
- Interface closely with Buffalo Gap Team Leaders.
- Performs wind turbine controller maintenance and repair.
- Completes required reports and other paperwork, some of which require computer entry.
- Assists with high-voltage system maintenance and repair.
- Maintains adherence to Company policies, safety standards and good housekeeping practices.
- Maintains accurate care of Company tools and vehicles.
- Demonstrates the ability to learn
- troubleshooting and repair of the wind turbines.
Educational Qualifications:
- High School diploma required.
- Knowledge in a Technical Trade, Maintenance, Electrical, Instrumentation and/or Operations is strongly preferred.
- Certificate and/or Associates of Applied Science in Wind Turbine Technology are a huge plus.
Fundamental Qualifications:
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures manuals.
- Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
- Ability to understand and follow customary instructions in order to perform the essential functions of the position in a satisfactory manner.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
- Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision, given proper instructions.
- Experience with GE 1.5, Vestas V-80 and/or Siemens 2.3 turbines is a plus.
Technical Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- Ability to work in mechanically and electrically oriented situations.
- Previous equivalent related experience and/or as the Company may determine to be an appropriate skill level.
- Successful completion of all training, education courses and/or skill level testing required by the Company for entry into this position.
- Knowledge of basic electrical testing equipment, commonly used bolts and torque values.
Licenses, Certificates, Registrations:
- Must maintain a valid Texas State driver's license.
AES Corporation
4300 Wilson Blvd
Arlington
Virginia United States
www.aes.com