Plant Technician II - Renewables

The Plant Technician II position at PPM Technical Services involves onsite operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment at renewable energy plants, specifically wind and solar facilities. Responsibilities include troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues, performing preventive maintenance, and ensuring compliance with safety programs. Candidates should have relevant experience, advanced computer skills, and the ability to perform physically demanding tasks. This role is based in New York, NY and is not remote.
About the position

The Plant Technician II position is responsible for the onsite operation, maintenance, repair, and replacement of equipment at renewable energy generation plants. This role is crucial for ensuring the effective operation of wind and solar equipment, as well as associated infrastructure, under the direction of the Plant Manager or Supervisor.

Responsibilities
• Operate and maintain wind turbine and solar equipment along with associated infrastructure including substation, collection and transmission systems.
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• Read schematics and proficiently troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic problems with variable pitch, variable speed control systems and components.
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• Perform mechanical and electrical component repair or replacement of parts to correct malfunctions following all manufacturers' requirements.
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• Comply with all project environmental health and safety programs.
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• Perform preventive maintenance in accordance with OEM maintenance manuals.
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• Adhere to effective internal controls.
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• Perform data collection and prepare reports to meet wind plant reporting requirements.
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• Perform various retrofits and design modifications.
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• Perform various QA/QC functions, compile and submit supporting documents of items found.
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• If applicable, support Construction in the Mechanical and Commissioning walk-downs.
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• Interpret fault reports, maintain power generation reports, service logs in the computer database, and monitor turbine performance and SCADA systems.

Requirements
• 12 months experience at Avangrid Renewables as a Wind Turbine Technician I or equivalent demonstrated work history and background.
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• Successfully pass provisional period with meets or exceeds.
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• Received a minimum 3 (fully competent) rating on recent performance review, if applicable.
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• No written disciplinary actions in the past 12 months.
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• Completed BODQ, Phase I and Phase II or Phase III (excluding substation, collector and switching).
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• Completed Section IV Breaker Switch Qualifications Card.
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• Completed QEW.
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• Proficient at routine CM's and PM's.
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• Demonstrated ability to proficiently process work orders in SAP (including mobility).
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• Proficient in the use of maintenance and electrical testing equipment (i.e. voltage testers, amp clamps, oscilloscopes, megohmmeters, infrared testers, hydraulic torque equipment, alignment and various hand and power tools).
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• Advanced computer skills utilizing word processing, spreadsheets, email, facility control, management and reporting systems, including the use of computerized diagnostic and troubleshooting tools.
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• Ability to climb towers up to 100 meters on a daily basis to perform maintenance in the nacelle and hub.
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• Ability to frequently lift items weighing up to 60 pounds and occasionally lift items up to 100 pounds.
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• Ability to work with electrical wires and differentiate between color coded wires.
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• Ability to interpret and follow a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
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• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
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• Knowledge of heavy equipment required for facility maintenance with a working knowledge of crane and rigging requirements.
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• Exemplary teamwork, initiative and positive attitude.
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• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
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• Weight must not exceed 285lbs excluding equipment/gear worn when performing job related tasks.

Nice-to-haves
• Associate's Degree in Wind Turbine Technology
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• Experience in wind and solar plant construction, operation and maintenance; including, specific experience in wind turbine and solar power converters and inverters.
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• Experience in high voltage switching.
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• Directly related experiences gained in fields that require a strong electrical and mechanical aptitude.
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• Qualified candidates living in or near the greater local area.

Benefits
• Competitive salary based on experience and location
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• Opportunities for overtime
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• On-call schedule availability
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• Professional development opportunities