Wind Technician 1
Pattern Energy
Operate, maintain and repair wind turbines and plant equipment, ensuring safety and performance.
29 days ago ago
$58,000 - $72,000
Junior (1-3 years), Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Yellowstone County, MT
Onsite
Company Size
500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Renewable Energy Development
Wind Energy
Solar Energy
Project Management
Engineering
Sector Specialisms
Wind
Solar
Transmission
Energy Storage
Renewable Energy
Infrastructure
Utility
Industry
Role
What you would be doing
tool maintenance
preventive maintenance
component repair
data reporting
vehicle ops
ehs compliance
- Maintain tools in good working order and well organized.
- Perform preventive maintenance in accordance with OEM and/or Pattern Energy maintenance practices.
- Perform mechanical and electrical component repair or replacement of parts to correct malfunctions following all manufacturers' requirements.
- Adhere to effective internal controls.
- Comply with all project environmental health and safety programs.
- Operate and Maintain service vehicle.
- Perform data collection and prepare reports to meet wind plant reporting requirements
What you bring
voltage switching
wind operations
power converters
driver's license
heavy equipment
diagnostic tools
- Experience in medium/ high voltage switching.
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of discrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
- Weight must not exceed 285 lbs. excluding equipment/gear worn when performing job related tasks.
- Willing to work overtime on holidays, weekends, and on short notice. Participate in an on-call schedule.
- Ability to frequently lift items weighing 1 to 60 pounds and occasionally lift items from 61 to 100 pounds.
- Experience in wind plant operations and turbine experience, including specific experience in wind turbine power converters.
- Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
- Read schematics to troubleshoot complicated mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic problems with variable pitch, variable speed control systems and components.
- Ability to interpret and follow a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
- Ability to climb 80+ meter steel towers on a daily basis to perform maintenance in the nacelle and hub.
- Ability to work around low and medium voltage.
- Ability to work in adverse weather conditions.
- Knowledge of heavy equipment required for facility maintenance with a working knowledge of crane and rigging requirements.
- Advanced computer skills utilizing word processing, spreadsheets, email, facility control, management and reporting systems, including the use of computerized diagnostic and troubleshooting tools.
- Experience in power plant operations and maintenance.
- Willingness and desire to increase professional knowledge of turbine equipment, including safety regulations. May require travel to other wind sites within the U.S. or Canada.
- Experience with maintenance and electronic testing equipment. (i.e. voltage testers, amp clamps, oscilloscopes, meg-ohmmeters, infrared testers, hydraulic torque equipment, alignment and various hand and power tools.)
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Company
Overview
- Long-term commitment to serve customers, protect the environment, strengthen communities, support teams, and create value for stakeholders.
- Team-first attitude
- Pride of ownership
- Creative spirit
- Follow-through
- Trust, accountability, and transparency
- Toughness, grit, and determination
35+ sites
Operational Fleet
The company operates an extensive network of utility-scale renewable energy sites, significantly contributing to the renewable energy landscape.
6,000 MW capacity
Installed Capacity
The total installed renewable energy capacity across all operational sites, showcasing a substantial commitment to clean energy production.
17.7k GWh
Electricity Production
In 2022, the company generated enough clean electricity to power millions of people while significantly reducing carbon emissions.
20.5B USD
Economic Impact
The SunZia project is expected to generate a substantial economic impact through direct, indirect, and induced contributions, driving growth in local and regional economies.
- Developing the SunZia Wind & Transmission project featuring 3,515 MW wind capacity and a 3,000 MW HVDC transmission line.
- Aimed to reach net-zero emissions by 2050.
- Expanded distributed energy and storage capabilities through the acquisition of Dynamic Energy.
- Western Spirit Wind operations increased annual generation by 20%
- Contributed $90 million to local economies through land leases, taxes, and community initiatives.
Seven Affinity Networks
Diversity Networks
The company supports seven affinity networks that foster community, education, and inclusion, including PRIDE, CARE, and WIRE.
- strategic action plans with tracked performance metrics and accountability under DEI Council
- employee‑led RISE program focused on representation, igniting inclusion, leader commitment and equity enhancements
- Affinity Networks deliver mentoring, networking, education and cultural events (e.g. PRIDE movie club; CARE monthly expert sessions)
- commit to identify and address barriers in talent acquisition, retention, recognition and advancement
- encourage employees to bring authentic selves and participate in difficult conversations
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