Wind Technician - SummerHaven

# Wind Technician
- Summer Haven Pattern  Energy Be an Early Applicant Full TimemidCAPosted Today##

Role Overview Pattern Energy is hiring a mid-level Wind Technician
- Summer Haven. This is a full-time role in CA. posted today. applications are still in the early window, before most candidates have applied. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.## Resume Keywords to Include Make sure these keywords appear in your resume to improve ATS scoringORCompensation Benefits Overview Pattern Energy Headquartered United Sign  up free to auto-tailor your resume with all these keywords and get a higher ATS score## Job description

Company Overview Pattern Energy is a leading renewable energy company that develops, constructs, owns, and operates high-quality wind and solar generation, transmission, and energy storage facilities. Our mission is to transition the world to renewable energy through the sustainable development and responsible operation of our facilities, with respect for the environment, communities, and cultures in which we have a presence.

Our approach begins and ends with establishing trust, accountability, and transparency. Our company values of creative spirit, pride of ownership, follow-through, and a team-first attitude drive us to pursue our mission every day. Our culture supports our values by fostering innovative and critical thinking, as well as a deep commitment to living up to our promises.

Headquartered in the United States, Pattern has a global portfolio of more than 30 power facilities and transmission assets, serving various customers that provide low-cost, clean energy to millions of consumers.### Responsibilities Job Purpose The position's primary purpose is to monitor, inspect, and repair the wind turbines as directed by the Facility Manager. To show up to work each day with a positive mindset and an eagerness to expand knowledge of the facility.

Key Accountabilities Operate and maintain wind turbines and associated wind plant equipment, including substation, transmission lines, collection system, tower switch gear, and other various Balance of Plant activities.
* Read schematics to troubleshoot complicated mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic problems with variable pitch, variable speed control systems and components.
* Perform mechanical and electrical component repair or replacement of parts to correct malfunctions, following all manufacturers' requirements.
* Comply with all project’s environmental health and safety programs.
* Perform preventive maintenance in accordance with OEM and/or Pattern Energy maintenance practices.
* Adhere to effective internal controls.
* Operate and maintain service vehicle.
* Maintain tools in good working order and well-organized.
* Perform data collection and prepare reports to meet wind plant reporting requirements.### Qualifications Experience/Qualifications/Education Required### Requirements One year college or technical school certificate; or 12+ months of related experience or wind industry training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
* Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
* Ability to climb 80+ meter steel towers daily to perform maintenance in the nacelle and hub.
* Ability to frequently lift items that weigh 1 to 60 pounds and occasionally lift items from 61 to 100 pounds.
* Advanced computer skills utilizing word processing, spreadsheets, email, facility control, management and reporting systems, including the use of computerized diagnostic and troubleshooting tools.
* Ability to interpret and follow a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
* Willing to work overtime on holidays, weekends, and on short notice. Participate in an on-call schedule.
* Ability to work in adverse weather conditions.
* Ability to work around low and medium voltage.
* Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of discrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
* Weight must not exceed 265 lbs. excluding equipment/gear worn when performing job related tasks.
* Knowledge of heavy equipment required for facility maintenance with a working knowledge of crane and rigging requirements.
* Experience with maintenance and electronic testing equipment. (i.e. voltage testers, amp clamps, oscilloscopes, megohmmeters, infrared testers, hydraulic torque equipment, alignment and various hand and power tools.)
* Willingness and desire to increase professional knowledge of turbine equipment, including safety regulations. May require travel to other wind sites within U.S. or Canada.

Preference May Be Given To Candidates With The Following
* Experience in power plant operations and maintenance.
* Experience in wind plant operations and turbine experience; including specific experience in wind turbine power converters.
* Experience in medium/ high voltage switching.
* Experience with Siemens or GE platforms
* Experience in…