Wind Field Blade Repair Tech II- Wold Ridge- Muenster, TX

Wind Field Blade Repair Tech II
- Wold Ridge
- Muenster, TX

Position Specific Description This is a permanent position based out of Wolf Ridge near Muenster, TX and will require 80% travel. Join the nation's largest infrastructure developer as a Seasonal Blade Technician at Next Era Energy. As a Seasonal Blade Technician you will be the critical front-line to ensure the safe and optimal performance of all wind farm operations. You will primarily focus on the safe execution of field-based equipment maintenance, diagnostics, as well as long-term reliability and profitability.

Additional duties may include:
Implementing Operation Safety Policy Instructions, conducting field work in compliance with OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) applicable regulations, encourage good employee safety practices, and drive an unparalleled employee safety culture Participating in Business Lean Six Sigma processes and projects Recruiting and developing other technicians for the ongoing development of team Supporting site manager for all phases of timely safety and environmental reporting, financial reporting, and turbine availability Collaborating closely with internal Next Era users to develop and implement operation focused feedback and solutions for planned and unplanned maintenance, improvement projects, development, and financial performance Presenting a positive professional representation of Next Era Energy in the community and with the customer These jobs are seasonal.

Employees hired into seasonal jobs will be on leave during the months of December and January. Full-time employee benefits will continue during this period of time and employees will be responsible for paying the missed employee portion of the benefits premiums on their first pay check after their return to work.

Job Overview Employees in this role perform maintenance and repair activities on wind turbine generators. Individuals conduct precision measurements, structural material removal, and repair on wind turbine blades. This job includes performing and leading repairs on Category 4 and 5 repairs with established procedures, which may require judgment based deviation for special circumstances, with engineering consultation and approval. Employees in this role will be qualified in the set up, rigging, maintenance, and operation of blade repair platform and boom truck systems.

Job Duties & Responsibilities Performs maintenance and repair on wind turbine power generation equipment with qualified leader experience Travels extensively with little or no notice within the entire company fleet Performs electrical, electronic, and mechanical troubleshooting; assesses damage; and conducts repairs on structural components of wind turbine blades, as well as maintenance, rigging, and operation of blade repair platforms and boom trucks Maintains all company supplied equipment, facilities, and tooling Provides oversight to other personnel and serves in the capacity of Safety Mentor Participates as a team leader by organizing pre and post job meetings, communicating with site management, and ordering parts/materials Applies a general understanding of all technical and process functions as well as a solid understanding of the Quality Improvement (QI) process Leads daily crew meetings Ability to meet attendance requirements Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications High School Grad / GED

Experience:

1+ years OR completion of a technical certificate/degree program Valid Driver's License (NON CDL) Post-Offer Functional Capacity Evaluation

Preferred Qualifications Associate's or Equivalent Experience Trade School Graduate

Experience:

2+ years Commercial Driver's License Certified Hazardous Materials Manager

Next Era Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members.  to learn more. Employee Group:
Non Exempt Employee Type:
Full Time Job Category:
Technicians - Wind/HV/Solar Organization:
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Yes, if applicable Next Era Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. Next Era Energy provides reasonable accommodation in its application and selection process for qualified individuals, consistent with federal, state, and local laws.

To request a reasonable accommodation, please send an e-mail to recruiting-coordinator.sh, providing your name, telephone number and the best time for us to reach you.