Wind Technician
3 Months ago
Remote, Oregon, United States
Subscribe to job alerts
Get a weekly digest of the latest climate jobs from thousands of companies in your inbox.
Job Description
BHI Energy is seeking a Wind Technician to diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair wind turbine generators and control systems. Responsibilities include routine maintenance, testing electrical components, climbing turbines for inspections, and training others. The position requires a high school diploma, valid driver's license, and involves 100% travel. Benefits include health coverage, bonuses for certifications, and a 401K plan.
The Wind Technician will diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and test problems involving wind turbine generators or control systems. Wind Farm Technician will perform routine maintenance on wind turbine equipment and systems and equipment related to the wind turbines.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Diagnose problems involving wind turbine generators or control systems.
• Climb wind turbine towers to inspect, maintain, or repair equipment.
• Test electrical components of wind systems with devices such as voltage testers, multimeters, oscilloscopes, infrared testers, or fiber optic equipment.
• Start or restart wind turbine generator systems to ensure proper operations.
• Troubleshoot or repair mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical malfunctions related to variable pitch systems, variable speed control systems, converter systems, or related components.
• Maintain tool and spare parts inventories required for repair, installation, or replacement services.
• Perform routine maintenance on wind turbine equipment, underground transmission systems, wind fields substations, or fiber optic sensing and control systems.
• Test structures, controls, or mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical systems, according to test plans or in coordination with engineers.
• Collect turbine data for testing or research and analysis.
• Inspect or repair fiberglass turbine blades.
• Train end-users, distributors, installers, or other technicians in wind commissioning, testing, or other technical procedures.
• Operate manufacturing equipment to fabricate wind turbines.
• Assist in assembly of individual wind generators or construction of wind farms.
• Repair green energy equipment or systems.
• Climb equipment or structures to access work areas.
• Test electrical circuits or components for proper functioning.
• Troubleshoot equipment or systems operation problems.
• Maintain work equipment or machinery.
• Test electrical equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.
• Test mechanical systems to ensure proper functioning.
• Measure equipment outputs.
• Inspect mechanical equipment to locate damage, defects, or wear.
• Fabricate parts or components.
• Assemble structural components.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• GWO BST, ART certificate (preferred)
• High School Diploma / GED
• Pass Background Check and Drug Screening
• Valid Drivers License (required to operate company vehicle)
• 100% Travel required
Benefits & Incentives
BHI has comprehensive health and work benefits that support the physical, emotional, and financial wellness of our people and their families. Benefits are dependent on the position and details are provided at the time of hire.
• Up to $3,500 Bonus Program based on active GWO certifications. Additional Bonus possible based on specific active Siemens and GE QEW I and QEW II Training Credentials.
• Guaranteed minimum 40 hours per week based on availability when assigned to field.
• Travel Program to and from field assignments (MOB & DE-MOB).
• Site transportation provided when assigned to projects.
• Per Diem Allowance.
• Medical coverage for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents.
• 401K plan.
• Nationwide Work Locations.
• Referral bonus of $1,000 based on program guidelines.
Education:Employment Type: CONTRACTOR
BHI Energy
|
More Engineer - General jobs in climate
Today
Barcelona, Spain
Today
East Providence, United States

Today
Raleigh, United States
Today
Tualatin, United States
Today
West Monroe, United States
Today
McCarran, United States
Today
Burlington, United States

Climate Change Adaptation and Resilience of Airport Infrastructure.
Today
United Kingdom
Today
San Francisco, United States
Today
Kelowna, Canada
Today
Boise, United States
Today
Bloomington, United States
Today
Boston, United States
Today
Honolulu, United States

Today
Kintyre, United States
Other jobs at BHI Energy
3 Months ago
San Francisco, United States
3 Months ago
Remote, United States
2 Months ago
Atlanta, United States
2 Months ago
Glen Allen, United States
2 Months ago
Reno, United States
2 Months ago
Reno, United States
24 days ago
Atlanta, United States
10 days ago
Minneapolis, United States