Technician 2, Wind
Summary
Performs advanced maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on wind turbines and related systems in Kahuku, Hawaii, including climbing 90-meter structures daily.
Technician 2, Wind
Job Type: Non-Exempt, Hourly, Full-Time, Permanent
Location: United States – Onsite – Kahuku Wind Power, Kahuku, Hawaii
Reports To: Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Manager
Department: Operations
About Us
TerraForm Power is a leading owner, operator, and producer of renewable energy across North America. As a portfolio company of Brookfield Renewable, we own and operate approximately 2,200 MW of utility-scale wind, solar, and battery energy storage facilities across 15 U.S. states and Ontario, Canada.
Headquartered in New York City, TerraForm Power is committed to delivering reliable, innovative renewable energy solutions that help customers achieve their clean energy goals. Our experienced team manages every aspect of our operations – from power generation and asset management to commercial energy solutions – ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient performance of our renewable energy facilities.
At TerraForm Power, our people are at the heart of our success. We foster a culture built on safety, integrity, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement, while investing in the development of our employees and supporting the communities where we operate through environmental stewardship, charitable giving, and meaningful local partnerships.
If you're passionate about renewable energy and want to make a lasting impact on the future of clean power, we invite you to join our team.
Job Summary
The Wind Technician Level 2 performs advanced preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of wind turbines, electrical equipment and Balance of Plant systems while supporting safe and reliable plant operations. This position works with limited supervision and serves as a technical resource for less experienced technicians.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform scheduled and corrective maintenance on wind turbines.
- Troubleshoot electrical, hydraulic, mechanical and PLC systems.
- Perform component replacements on multiple turbine platforms.
- Assist with medium and high voltage switching activities.
- Support troubleshooting of substation and Balance of Plant equipment.
- Complete maintenance documentation using computerized maintenance systems.
- Support inventory management and purchasing activities.
- Monitor contractor work.
- Participate in rotating on-call coverage.
- Assist in training and mentoring Wind Technician Level 1 employees.
- Travel to support other TerraForm sites when required.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED.
- Trade or technical education preferred.
- Minimum 2 years of utility-scale wind maintenance experience.
- Experience troubleshooting GE 1.5 MW or Clipper 2.5 MW turbines preferred.
- Working knowledge of hydraulic, electrical and mechanical systems.
- Ability to climb 90-meter wind turbines daily.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs independently.
- Valid driver's license.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and computerized maintenance systems.
- Ability to obtain required TerraForm safety certifications.
Recruitment Agency Notice:
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