Wind Technician

BHI Energy is seeking a Wind Technician in Massachusetts responsible for diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing wind turbine generators and control systems. The role involves climbing towers, performing routine maintenance, and troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues. Candidates should have a high school diploma and preferred GWO certifications. This is a full-time position requiring travel to various field locations and includes comprehensive benefits and a bonus program.
About the position

The Wind Technician at BHI Energy is responsible for diagnosing, troubleshooting, repairing, and testing wind turbine generators and control systems. This role involves performing routine maintenance on wind turbine equipment and ensuring the proper operation of wind energy systems. The technician will work in various locations, requiring travel to field assignments and climbing wind turbine towers to conduct inspections and repairs.

Responsibilities
• Diagnose problems involving wind turbine generators or control systems.
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• Climb wind turbine towers to inspect, maintain, or repair equipment.
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• Test electrical components of wind systems with devices such as voltage testers, multimeters, oscilloscopes, infrared testers, or fiber optic equipment.
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• Start or restart wind turbine generator systems to ensure proper operations.
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• Troubleshoot or repair mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical malfunctions related to variable pitch systems, variable speed control systems, converter systems, or related components.
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• Maintain tool and spare parts inventories required for repair, installation, or replacement services.
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• Perform routine maintenance on wind turbine equipment, underground transmission systems, wind fields substations, or fiber optic sensing and control systems.
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• Test structures, controls, or mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical systems, according to test plans or in coordination with engineers.
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• Collect turbine data for testing or research and analysis.
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• Inspect or repair fiberglass turbine blades.
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• Train end-users, distributors, installers, or other technicians in wind commissioning, testing, or other technical procedures.
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• Operate manufacturing equipment to fabricate wind turbines.
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• Assist in assembly of individual wind generators or construction of wind farms.
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• Repair green energy equipment or systems.
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• Climb equipment or structures to access work areas.
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• Test electrical circuits or components for proper functioning.
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• Troubleshoot equipment or systems operation problems.
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• Maintain work equipment or machinery.
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• Test electrical equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.
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• Test mechanical systems to ensure proper functioning.
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• Measure equipment outputs.
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• Inspect mechanical equipment to locate damage, defects, or wear.
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• Fabricate parts or components.
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• Assemble structural components.
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• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements
• GWO BST, ART certificate (preferred)
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• High School Diploma / GED
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• Pass Background Check and Drug Screening
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• Valid Drivers License (required to operate company vehicle)

Nice-to-haves

Benefits
• Comprehensive health and work benefits
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• Up to $3,500 Bonus Program based on active GWO certifications
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• Guaranteed minimum 40 hours per week based on availability when assigned to field
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• Travel Program to and from field assignments (MOB & DE-MOB)
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• Site transportation provided when assigned to projects
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• Per Diem Allowance
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• Medical coverage for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents
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• 401K plan
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• Nationwide Work Locations
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• Referral bonus of $1,000 based on program guidelines