Plant Technician I - Renewables | Technician in Other Job Job at Avangrid in Tarkio MO | 7243923402

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Plant Technician I - Renewables

Location:

Tarkio, MO

Description:

The base salary for this position is based upon experience and location:$21.92 to $27.40 hourlyAvangrid Renewables is seeking to fill a Wind Plant Tech I or Wind PlantTech II opening. (The company will determine Tech level based onexperience and education) This position is responsible for the onsiteoperations, maintenance, repairs and replacement of equipment on a windpowered generation plant, and leads in all areas of plant operations asdirected by the Plant Manager.Responsibilities include:This position is responsible for the onsite operation, maintenance,repair and replacement of equipment on renewable energy generationplants, and is effective in all areas of plant operations as directed bythe Plant Manager or Supervisor.Key Responsibilities* Operate and maintain wind turbine and solar equipment along withassociated infrastructure including substation, collection andtransmission systems.* Read schematics and proficiently troubleshoot complicatedmechanical, electrical, and hydraulic problems with variable pitch,variable speed control systems and components.* Perform mechanical and electrical component repair or replacementof parts to correct malfunctions following all manufacturers'requirements.* Comply with all project environmental health and safety programs.* Perform preventive maintenance in accordance with OEM maintenancemanuals.* Adhere to effective internal controls.* Perform data collection and prepare reports to meet wind plantreporting requirements.* Perform various retrofits and design modifications.* Perform various QA/QC functions, compile and submit supportingdocuments of items found.* If applicable, support Construction in the Mechanical andCommissioning walk-downs.Additional Responsibilities* Increase professional knowledge of turbine or solar equipment,including safety regulations.* Willing to work overtime on holidays, weekends, and on shortnotice participating in an on-call schedule.* Ability and willingness to travel to other sites on short notice.About 10-15% travel may be required* Perform duties around low, medium and high voltage.* Ability to work in extremely adverse weather conditions.Required Qualifications* One year college or technical school certificate; or 12 months ofrelated experience or wind industry training; or equivalent combinationof education and experience.* Familiarity with maintenance and electronic testing equipment.(i.e. voltage testers, amp clamps, oscilloscopes, megohmmeters, infraredtesters, hydraulic torque equipment, alignment and various hand andpower tools).* Advanced computer skills utilizing word processing, spreadsheets,email, facility control, management and reporting systems, including theuse of computerized diagnostic and troubleshooting tools.* Ability to climb towers up to 100 meters on a daily basis toperform maintenance in the nacelle and hub.* Ability to frequently lift items weighing up to 60 pounds andoccasionally lift items up to 100 pounds.* Ability to work with electrical wires and differentiate betweencolor coded wires.* Ability to interpret and follow a variety of instructionsfurnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.* Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety ofconcrete variables in situations where only limited standardizationexists.* Knowledge of heavy equipment required for facility maintenancewith a working knowledge of crane and rigging requirements.* Demonstrated team work, initiative and positive attitude.* Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.* Weight must not exceed 285lbs excluding equipment/gear worn whenperforming job related tasks.Preferred Qualifications* Experience in power plant operations and maintenance.* Experience in wind and solar plant construction, operation andmaintenance; including, specific experience in wind turbine and solarpower converters and inverters.* Experience in high voltage switching.* Directly related experiences gained in fields that require astrong electrical and mechanical aptitude.* Qualified candidates living in or near the greater local area.All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completionof a medical Fit for Duty exam, background check, references, drugscreen, verification of legal right to work in the U.S., and in somecases, a credit check. A credit check will be administered when aprospective employee will be working in Finance, Accounting, Treasury orwhere duties may involve handling of funds, accounts or cash. A MotorVehicle (MVR) check will be administered when a prospective employeewill be regularly using a company vehicle. Avangrid Renewables is anEqual Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receiveconsideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion,sex, national origin, protected veteran status, status as an individualwith a disability, or any other status or class protected by federal orstate law.Avangrid employees may be assigned a system emergency role and in theevent of a system emergency, may be required to work outside of theirregular schedule/job duties. Mobility Information Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that countryAVANGRID's employment practices and policies are geared to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. At AVANGRID we provide fair and equal employment and advancement opportunities for all employees and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who is unable to use our online tool to search for or to apply for jobs, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting our People and Organization department at XXXX@avangrid.com Job Posting End Date: PDN-9bd762f4-2db9-477b-8d89-00194e5242c5

Company:

Avangrid

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Other

Posted:

April 19 on Professional Diversity Network

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