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EDP Renewables North America
SOLAR TECH II
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What they do
A Wind Turbine Technician maintains and repairs wind turbines used to generate electricity.
$77,974 / year median in Arizona
+34% projected growth
Job Description
EDP Renewables is a global leader in the renewable energy sector and the fourth-largest wind energy producer. With a sound development pipeline, first-class assets, and market-leading operating capacity, EDPR has undergone exceptional development in recent years and is currently present in 28 markets. Our company is part of EDP, a global energy group present in around 30 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.
Role Overview:
Responsible for the on-site operations, maintenance, repairs, and replacement of solar field equipment at EDPR NA's operating solar-energy generation site. To include but not limited to completing Lock out Tag out (LOTO), Tail Board meetings, and job-specific documentation that is required to conduct solar turbine maintenance in the safest manner possible. Perform inspections of equipment, tools, and facility for compliance with EDPR policy and Governmental Safety and Environmental regulations. This person must be a self-motivated, self-starter that has the ability to work alone safely. Will require travel from the Mojave area to the Lucerne valley regularly.Main responsibilities:
- Ensure proper operation and maintenance of solar field equipment and associated solar plant components, including inverters, tracker systems, transformers, substations, and switchgear
- Proactively look for improvement opportunities to job-appropriate processes and procedures and communicate through appropriate channels or implement improvements using the appropriate control management protocol
- Read schematics in order to troubleshoot complicated mechanical, and electrical, problems with investors, tracker control systems, PV panels, and components
- Perform mechanical and electrical component repair and replacement of parts to correct malfunctions in accordance with all pertinent manufacturers' requirements
- Effectively gather information regarding solar performance/issues
- Diagnose, recommend, and implement solutions up to intermediate routine issues
- Seek assistance when encountering? issues outside the trained skill level to ensure success in the resolution
- Comply with all pertinent environmental health and safety programs
- Act as a safety role model; encourage and recognize others completing safe acts and intervene when unsafe acts are being practiced
- Identify gaps in safety standards as well as safety risks in the environment
- Implement effective risk mitigation and provide recommendations to higher-level technical staff and management
- Promote integrity, strong initiative, and a no-compromise focus on safety and quality of work on a continuous basis
- Perform preventive maintenance in accordance with OEM maintenance manuals
- Perform data collection and prepare reports in order to meet reporting requirements
- Work with and respond to EDPRs Remote Operations Control Center when necessary
- Perform QA/QC inspections in accordance with applicable SOP
- Ensure that reliable electronic communication is maintained between the solar field, substation, site office, and home office
- Facilitate periodic equipment inspections and reporting
- Document all work performed using computer-based service reporting procedures (SAP)
- Adhere to effective internal controls
- Supervise contractors on site to ensure compliance with all EDPR's policies and procedures
- Additional duties as required Employment typeWork site Arlington, AZ What are we looking for
Minimum Requirements:
1+ years of college or technical school education, or an equivalent combination of training and experience 2- 5 years relevant experience in solar energy or a related industry, Renewable energy experience is a plus Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office software, SQL Server software, facility management, and reporting systems, and computerized diagnostic and troubleshooting tools.
Travel:
Minimal, as needed.Behavioral Requirements:
Ability to operate a motor vehicle and possession of a valid driver's license Ability to work around low- and medium-voltage equipment Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists Ability and willingness to travel occasionally to other operational sites within the US as needed Ability and willingness to work overtime on holidays and weekends and to work on short notice as needed due to on-call scheduling Ability and willingness to respond to site emergencies 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, as needed Physical demands & working conditions: