Wind Field Blade Repair Tech III - Wolf Ridge - Muenster, TX

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Wind Field Blade Repair Tech III
- Wolf Ridge
- Muenster, TX

Company: Next Era Energy

Requisition : 98587

Next Era Energy Resources is one of America’s largest wholesale electricity generators, harnessing diverse energy sources to power progress. We deliver tailored energy solutions that fuel economic growth, strengthen communities, and help customers achieve their energy goals. Ready to make a lasting impact? Take the next step in your career with us!

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 develop eras 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 entry level role perform maintenance and repair activities on wind turbine generators. Individuals conduct precision measurments, structural material removal, and repair on wind turbine blades. This job includes performing repairs on Category 4 and 5 repairs with established procedures. Employees in this role will be trained 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 maintainence, rigging, and operation of blade repair platforms and boom trucks
• Maintains all company supplied equipment, facilities, and tooling
• Completes safety mentor training curriculum within 6 months of initial hire
• Completes Wind Field Blade Repair Technician III Training curriculum within first year
• Ability to meet attendance requirements
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• High School Grad / GED
• Experience:
  
  0+ years
• Valid Driver's License (NON CDL)

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical Certificate Program
• Trade School Graduate
• Experience:
  
  1+ years
• Commercial Driver's License
• Certified Hazardous Materials Manager

Employee Group: Non Exempt
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