ACCIONA Energía is the biggest 100% renewable energy company with no fossil legacy in the world. With more than 30 years of experience and operations in 20 countries on five continents, ACCIONA Energía offers a wide portfolio of tailored energy solutions so that its corporate and institutional clients can meet their decarbonisation goals. This includes the development, engineering, construction, operation and maintenance of renewable power plants -mainly wind and photovoltaic technologies-, energy sales and management and marketing, energy services, self-consumption, electric mobility and new technologies such as storage and green hydrogen. ACCIONA Energía is governed by the most demanding environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) criteria.

The Wind Turbine Technician will work with a team of well-trained professionals to maintain facilities surrounding wind turbines and maintain the turbines themselves. This includes basic cleaning and maintenance on the premises surrounding the wind turbines. This requires attention to safety regulations for the industry and is important for overall safety on the job.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Perform assembly, commissioning, testing, repair and maintenance on wind turbine generators and related equipment at wind farm
• Conduct and review safety analyses of potential electrical and mechanical hazards in the wind turbines, switch room, and the O&M building
• Support Root Cause Analyses to assist in determining equipment failure and the reasons for failures when they occur
• Complete required and accurate documentation associated with corrective and preventive maintenance of wind turbines and associated equipment; maintain records of documentation
• Troubleshoot, adjust, repair, and/or retrofit low to medium voltage electrical, mechanical or hydraulic components and equipment associated with wind turbines and the wind farm
• Perform preventative maintenance activities in a safe and efficient manner on wind turbines and associated equipment located on the wind farm
• Utilize appropriate safety gear, protective equipment, and control or dissipation of energy sources to ensure work is performed in safe manner
• Conduct safety analysis and review of hazards and energy sources prior to and while performing any work assignment on the wind farm
• Properly maintain tools and equipment used to perform assigned maintenance assignments
• Maintain required training certifications and qualifications as to enable personnel to safely perform work related tasks in a quality matter
• Other responsibilities as assigned

Required Skills and Competencies

• High school education or the equivalent
• A minimum of one year of experience as a Wind Turbine Technician
• Flexibility to work overtime and rotating shifts as required. On Call shift rotation requires 24/7 availability at least 1 week per month.
• Previous experience working with hand tools and power tools
• Able to work independently in a fast paced team environment
• Ability to move and manipulate up to 50 pounds
• Ability to climb vertical ladders and work at heights of 300 feet
• Ability to be certified and work with both medium and high voltage equipment
• Maintain required training certifications
• Have a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record

Preferred Requirements:

• College degree or Wind Energy Certification
• Previous electrical and/or mechanical experience

As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.