WIND Technician III at EDP Energias de Portugal S.. Gainesville, TX

WIND TECHNICIAN III job at EDP Energias de Portugal S.A.. Gainesville, TX.

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.

The Wind Technician III is responsible for troubleshooting complex electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems to maintain wind turbine operation at EDPR NA’s wind-energy generation sites. Responsibilities also include active involvement in major correctives and major component repair and replacements in the safest manner possible and at the lowest overall cost.

• Ensure proper operation and maintenance of wind turbines and associated wind turbine equipment
• Proactively look for improvement opportunities to appropriate processes and procedures and communicate through proper channels or implement improvements using the appropriate control management protocol
• Assist in Task Base Certification program development and implementation
• Perform advanced level troubleshooting for component repair and replacements with proficient use of specialized tools and diagnostic processes
• Effectively gather information regarding turbine performance/issues to diagnose, recommend, and implement solutions to complex issues
• Demonstrate effective project leadership and delegation for major correctives, retrofits, and main component repair/replacements
• Closely adhere to all safety standards and procedures and act as a safety role model by encouraging and recognizing others completing safe acts and intervening when unsafe acts are being practiced
• Identify gaps in safety standards and safety risks in the work environment
• Implement effective risk mitigations and provide recommendations to higher level technical staff and management
• Perform data collection and prepare reports in order to meet reporting requirements
• Perform QA/QC inspections in accordance with applicable SOP
• Facilitate periodic equipment inspections and reporting
• Document all work performed using computer-based service reporting procedures
• Assist teammates in accomplishing operational objectives as well as mentoring lower level technical staff
• Perform additional duties as required

Full-Time

On-Site, Wild Cat Creek Wind Farm, Gainesville, TX

• 3+ years of college or technical school education, or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• 4 – 6 years of relevant experience in wind energy or a related industry
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and possession of a valid driver’s license
• Ability to work around low- and medium-voltage equipment
• Experience with power plant operations and maintenance, wind plant operations and turbines (including turbine power converters specifically), high voltage switching, and post-operational repair and maintenance of turbines preferred
• Ability and willingness to respond to site emergencies 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, as needed, and on short notice as needed due to on-call scheduling
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed
• Strong ability to read, interpret, and understand drawings and schematics to develop work instructions for planned activities ensuring risks are identified and mitigated

Minimal, as needed

• Able to effectively collaborate with employees at all professional levels and ability to respectfully follow supervision and support initiatives.
• Basic computer operation skills, familiarity with internet-based program navigation, and ability to generate and…