Wind Technician

Invenergy

Posted about 23 hours ago

Full Time

Hermiston, Oregon

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Responsible for the operation and maintenance of the Willow Creek Energy Center, specifically performing mechanical and electrical repairs on GE wind turbines. Tasks include daily tower climbs, troubleshooting faults, and maintaining a clean, safe work environment.

Qualifications

You have a high school diploma or equivalent, with at least one year of technical experience in a mechanical or electrical field. You are able to work outdoors in inclement weather, climb towers to significant heights, and possess a valid driver's license.

Must Have Skills for ATS

GE wind turbine maintenance

mechanical maintenance

electrical maintenance

troubleshooting

driving

Job Description

Invenergy is North America’s largest privately held developer, owner, and operator of power infrastructure. With 25 years of trusted execution, we deliver reliable, affordable energy through a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, solar, land-based wind, energy storage, transmission, and domestic manufacturing. Headquartered in Chicago, we develop, own, and operate large scale projects that power communities and support the energy future.

This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3-day posting window.

Job Description

Wind Technician

Willow Creek Energy Center

Location: Ione, OR 97843

This is a site-based position, not a traveling role. You will be working out of the Ione, OR site 5 days per week.

Position Overview

  • As a Wind Technician you will be responsible for operating and maintaining the Willow Creek Energy Center.

Responsibilities

  • Perform routine mechanical and electrical maintenance on GE wind turbine and associated equipment

  • Climb wind turbine towers daily, wearing all required safety equipment, to inspect, maintain, or repair equipment.

  • Understand electrical and mechanical functions of all components of a wind turbine generator and associated equipment

  • Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical faults; repair and/or replace components

  • Maintain company tooling, facilities and equipment and a clean safe work environment

  • Work a 40-hour work week and be subject to scheduled and unscheduled overtime. The work schedule will vary during the peak maintenance periods

Required Skills

  • High school diploma or equivalent

  • One (1) year technical experience (mechanical, electrical, etc.) and/or technical education.

  • Must be able to work outdoors in inclement weather, climb ladders without assistance, and work at heights greater than 80 meters (250 feet).

  • Ability to move and manipulate up to 45 kg (100 pounds).

  • Weight must not exceed 120 kg (265 lbs.) excluding equipment/gear worn when performing job related tasks. 

  • Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

  • Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

This is a safety sensitive position. Individuals receiving conditional offers of employment will be subject to drug testing and must receive a negative result to begin working for the company.

Base Pay

    $29.49 - $49.97 USD Hourly
    Bonus: 0% - 10%

    The base pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target salary for the position. Invenergy considers a number of factors when determining base pay offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education and skills.
     
    In addition to base pay, the total annual compensation package may also include eligibility to participate in our bonus program(s) which are designed to reward individual and company performance. Your recruiter can share more about bonus eligibility for this position during the hiring process.
     
    Invenergy offers a variety of other benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k, profit sharing, paid time off, etc.

    Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.

    Invenergy

    Invenergy is North America’s largest privately held developer, owner, and operator of innovative, reliable power infrastructure. Backed by 25 years of trusted execution and operational excellence, Invenergy’s end-to-end expertise provides customers with smart, scalable energy solutions across natural gas, solar, land-based wind, energy storage, transmission, and domestic manufacturing. Headquartered in Chicago, Invenergy and its affiliates have successfully developed over 220 projects totaling more than 38 gigawatts and reliably operate over 25 gigawatts of large-scale power infrastructure projects across four continents.

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