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Invenergy
O&M Manager
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A Wind Turbine Technician maintains and repairs wind turbines used to generate electricity.
$70,368 / year median in Texas
+24% projected growth
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 Location The Gunsight Mountain wind energy center is located at 16018 North Highway 669, Big Spring, TX 79720 About The Site The Gunsight Wind Energy Center will be 120 MW wind power electrical generation facility utilizing GE 1.79Mw turbine technology. Responsibilities Manage all aspects of the day to day operation of the facility in a safe and environmentally sound manner. Prepare and implement plant operating and maintenance procedures ensuring compliance with all Federal, State and Local requirements. Recruit, select, train and manage plant operating, maintenance and administrative staff. Prepare annual operating budgets and periodic status reports. Interface and coordinate with local customers and suppliers. Procure parts, materials, services and support resolution of technical issues. Ensure compliance with all project safety, environmental and contractual responsibilities. Provide a high level of professionalism and technical expertise. Perform routine Quality Assurance checks of wind technician work. Assist wind technicians from time to time in various wind turbine maintenance. Required Skills High School diploma or equivalent A minimum of six (6) months of supervisory experience. Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office software. Excellent verbal and written communications skills. Must be able to work outdoors in inclement weather, climb ladders without assistance and work at heights greater than 80 meters (250 feet). 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 Preferred Education and/or Work Experience Technical degree Experience in power generation facilities A minimum of 10 years of experience in a manufacturing or skilled trade environment. 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 $115,000.00 - $155,000.00