Wind Farm Technician Associate

RWE Americas, LLCTo start as soon as possible, full time, permanentFunctional area: Operations & MaintenanceRemuneration: Non-ExemptAs a Wind Farm Technician Associate , you will support the overall operations and maintenance of one or more wind farms and all related facilities to ensure safety and maximize availability in accordance within the Operations mission. This role is responsible for safe execution of scheduled maintenance, troubleshooting and repair activities, training, and safety exercises. This job also maintains accountability and readiness of plant tools, equipment, and vehicles; provides technical guidance to the O&M team; tracks, and maintains records of service activities both scheduled and unscheduled through the digital maintenance management system; and helps maintain the work ethic and culture of the plant O&M team.Role Responsibilities : Ensure that all operations and maintenance activities are performed in a safe manner consistent with policies and procedures established for the wind farm site Assist in conducting acceptance and performance tests on systems and equipment following planned maintenance or outages Perform safety and other wind farm related tasks when assigned and fill in as back up to personnel at other RWE sites when necessary Assist with turbine maintenance including services, major component work and replacement, and troubleshooting Assist with Balance of Plant procedures as needed, including substation and collection system maintenance Adherence to the company's values and behaviors Job Requirements and Experiences : High School Diploma or equivalent required Associate's degree in sciences or a related field from an accredited school preferred Alternatively, 2-year or 4-year college degree from an accredited school (other than correspondence or on-line) in a technical science like engineering, physics, power, or closely similar Current journeyman or master electrician license preferred Minimum 2 years of work experience in operations and/or maintenance in power generation, transmission and/or distribution Vestas V120 experience preferred Unrestricted driver license in good standing Willing to relocate to within 1 hour drive of site Ability to troubleshoot and repair electromechanical systems with solid foundation in theory of operation is required Read, interpret, and follow electrical, mechanical, & hydraulic circuit drawings Identify energy isolation points and implement LOTO for protection Thorough knowledge of electromechanical relay, hydraulic accumulator, linear transducer, and electrical motor Familiarity with power electronics, motor drives, AC/DC converters Knowledge of computer network communication protocol and theory of operation is desired Ability to understand and communicate root causes required Good communication skills and must value being part of a team Safety- Promote safety for all at all times Initiative - Able to work with minimum supervision and make decisions for all issues related to his/her discipline(s) with limited and/or available information Physical Requirements: This position is an office-based role with some travel and visits to other RWE Americas office and field locations Must be able to sit, walk, or stand for long durations of time Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. RWE Americas is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives, in addition to salary.Apply with just a few clicks: ad code 91666. Any questions? Contact HR : ()We look forward to meeting you. Of course, you can find us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and Xing, too.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.RWE Americas, a subsidiary of RWE, is a US-based energy company that is helping to meet the growing demand for energy across the United States. Backed by RWE's 125-year global legacy of managing diverse power assets, RWE Americas operates approximately 13 GW of power projects across 27 states. With a talented workforce of 2,000 employees, RWE Americas develops, constructs and operates wind, solar and battery storage projects that safely deliver affordable, reliable electricity to our customers. Committed to responsible development, RWE Americas invests in local and rural communities, creating jobs and partnering with stakeholders to support and strengthen the places where we live and work. Learn more about how RWE Americas is generating impact at americas.rwe.com.At RWE Americas, we foster a culture defined by our Essential Behaviors - Have Courage, Create Impact and Actively Collaborate. We encourage bold thinking and continuous learning, and we value ownership, resilience and inclusion in everything we do. When you join us, you become part of a team that supports your development, respects your contributions and celebrates shared success. This is a place where you can grow your career and make a meaningful difference.

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