Rio Grande City, TX · On-site
$36K - $46K/yr
Experience with multiple wind turbine supplier technologies * High voltage and substation maintenance experience * Familiarity with mechanical and electronic testing equipment (i.e., voltage testers ...
Rio Grande City, TX · On-site
$36K - $46K/yr
Experience with multiple wind turbine supplier technologies * High voltage and substation maintenance experience * Familiarity with mechanical and electronic testing equipment (i.e., voltage testers ...
Penitas, TX · On-site
$122K - $154K/yr
... hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 ... Interfaces with groups throughout the organization including Power, IT, Engineering, and Corporate ...
Penitas, TX · On-site
$122K - $154K/yr
... hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 ... Interfaces with groups throughout the organization including Power, IT, Engineering, and Corporate ...
Penitas, TX · On-site
$122K - $154K/yr
... hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 ... Interfaces with groups throughout the organization including Power, IT, Engineering, and Corporate ...
Penitas, TX · On-site
$122K - $154K/yr
... hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 ... Interfaces with groups throughout the organization including Power, IT, Engineering, and Corporate ...
Penitas, TX · On-site
$122K - $154K/yr
... hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 ... Interfaces with groups throughout the organization including Power, IT, Engineering, and Corporate ...
Penitas, TX · On-site
$122K - $154K/yr
... hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 ... Interfaces with groups throughout the organization including Power, IT, Engineering, and Corporate ...
Penitas, TX · On-site
$122K - $154K/yr
... hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 ... Interfaces with groups throughout the organization including Power, IT, Engineering, and Corporate ...
Penitas, TX · On-site
$122K - $154K/yr
... hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 ... Interfaces with groups throughout the organization including Power, IT, Engineering, and Corporate ...
Penitas, TX · On-site
$122K - $154K/yr
... hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 ... Interfaces with groups throughout the organization including Power, IT, Engineering, and Corporate ...
Penitas, TX · On-site
$122K - $154K/yr
... hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 ... Interfaces with groups throughout the organization including Power, IT, Engineering, and Corporate ...
Penitas, TX · On-site
$122K - $154K/yr
... hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 ... Interfaces with groups throughout the organization including Power, IT, Engineering, and Corporate ...
Penitas, TX · On-site
$122K - $154K/yr
... hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 ... Interfaces with groups throughout the organization including Power, IT, Engineering, and Corporate ...
Edinburg, TX · On-site
$122K - $154K/yr
... hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 ... Interfaces with groups throughout the organization including Power, IT, Engineering, and Corporate ...
Edinburg, TX · On-site
$122K - $154K/yr
... hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 ... Interfaces with groups throughout the organization including Power, IT, Engineering, and Corporate ...
Penitas, TX · On-site
$122K - $154K/yr
... hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 ... Interfaces with groups throughout the organization including Power, IT, Engineering, and Corporate ...
Penitas, TX · On-site
$122K - $154K/yr
... hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 ... Interfaces with groups throughout the organization including Power, IT, Engineering, and Corporate ...
Penitas, TX · On-site
$122K - $154K/yr
... hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 ... Interfaces with groups throughout the organization including Power, IT, Engineering, and Corporate ...
Penitas, TX · On-site
$122K - $154K/yr
... hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 ... Interfaces with groups throughout the organization including Power, IT, Engineering, and Corporate ...
Edinburg, TX · On-site
$122K - $154K/yr
... hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 ... Interfaces with groups throughout the organization including Power, IT, Engineering, and Corporate ...
Edinburg, TX · On-site
$122K - $154K/yr
... hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 ... Interfaces with groups throughout the organization including Power, IT, Engineering, and Corporate ...
$13.44 - $15.06
3% of jobs
$15.06 - $16.68
7% of jobs
$18.27 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$16.68 - $18.30
15% of jobs
$18.30 - $19.91
16% of jobs
The median wage is $20.77 / hr.
$19.91 - $21.53
17% of jobs
$21.53 - $23.15
17% of jobs
$23.17 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$23.15 - $24.77
17% of jobs
$24.77 - $26.38
3% of jobs
$26.38 - $28
1% of jobs
$28 - $29.62
2% of jobs
$29.62 - $31.24
2% of jobs
$13
$21
$31
| Aspect | Wind Technology | Wind Turbine Technician |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Associate degree or technical certification in wind energy or related field | High school diploma or equivalent; technical training or certification often preferred |
| Work Environment | Design, installation, and maintenance of wind energy systems, often in offices or on-site at wind farms | On-site at wind turbines, performing repairs and maintenance |
| Industry Usage | Broader role including system design, project management, and technical support | Focused on hands-on maintenance and repair of turbines |
Wind Technology professionals typically work on system design and project planning, while Wind Turbine Technicians focus on maintaining and repairing turbines. Both roles are essential in the wind energy industry but differ in responsibilities and work environment.
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$36K - $46K/yr
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 17 days ago
Lead crews of technicians to complete required duties.
Perform operations, planned maintenance, and unplanned maintenance on turbines and sub-station equipment.
Diagnose and resolve faults on turbines related to mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic problems.
Job Description:
Overview
Deriva Energy, a portfolio company of Brookfield Renewable U.S., is a national leader in sustainable energy solutions including wind, solar, backup power, and energy management services. With over 5,100 megawatts of nonregulated renewable energy capacity, we are shaping the future of clean energy in the U.S.
Our Lead Wind Technicians are a vital part of our organization, and we take pride in hiring and training the best in the industry. This is a full-time, permanent position with significant room for advancement. This is the highest technician level. This is a leadership level of the wind classification hierarchy. Employees at this level solve complex problems, manage work, and provide leadership to others in technical areas of specialization with minimal supervision and increased latitude for unreviewed work. Incumbent functions in lead roles providing guidance to others. They are also expected to have advanced skills and have the ability to work independently.
We are looking for a Lead Wind Technician to maintain all aspects of our turbines, and BOP (e.g., electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, etc.).
The physical work location is at the Los Vientos III, IV, V Wind: 200 FM 490 Rio Grande City Tx, 78582.
Responsibilities
Leads crews of technicians to complete required duties
Interact directly with the customer as directed by the manager.
Train and mentor employees as directed by the manager.
Perform operations, planned maintenance, and unplanned maintenance on sub-station equipment.
Troubleshooting warranty issues
Daily, weekly, monthly reporting needs
Work as scheduled during the week and on call as needed or required by manager
Act as the backup to the active manager
Assist management (as needed) with vendor contractual and activities, landowner agreements, and ensuring compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
Always maintain a high level of safety awareness
Climb heights 300 ft. and greater several times daily
Diagnose and resolve faults on turbines as they relate to mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic problems
Perform troubleshooting to identify the root cause of an issue and perform corrective actions or open a service case with equipment manufacturer
Perform energy isolation in accordance with all Lock Out / Tag Out Procedures
Perform pad mounted Transformer switching in accordance with all Hazardous Energy Controls Procedures
Perform small or large corrective tasks on wind turbines
Perform preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance, performance monitoring and evaluation
Maintaining all aspects (e.g., electrical, mechanical, civil, etc.) of turbines in a safe, high quality, and efficient manner
Maintain EH&S Documentation and complete necessary paperwork (work order, timesheet, tool and PPE inventory, and additional paperwork as necessary) within Maximo
Basic Qualifications
High School/GED
External Candidates - In addition to the High School/GED requirement, (6+) years of related work experience.
Must pass required Turbine Technician I and Electrical Operator I&II JPMs within the probationary period.
Internal Candidates - In addition to the High School/GED requirement, (3+) year of technical experience with DerivaEnergy as a Wind Technician.
Must also have Turbine Technician-1 and Electrical Operator 1&2 JPM Completed
Desired Qualifications
AAS degree or certification in Wind/Renewable Energy or applicable field of study
Experience with Vestas V82 and V90 turbines
Experience with multiple wind turbine supplier technologies
High voltage and substation maintenance experience
Familiarity with mechanical and electronic testing equipment (i.e., voltage testers, amp clamps, oscilloscopes, and various hand and power tools)
Knowledge of heavy equipment for facility maintenance and working knowledge of crane and rigging requirements
Competent with Maximo EZ Max mobile work and My Time management systems
Microsoft Office Including Excel/Word/PowerPoint
CPR and AED Training Certification
TSL tower climber and rescue & EEM training
Forklift certified
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) with matching
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Additional Information:
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Deriva welcomes veterans of the United States Armed Forces to apply for this position. Deriva includes veterans of all branches and a diverse set of occupational specialties. We value the independent thinking, problem solving, leadership, and teamwork that our veterans have developed through their service. We welcome applications from any service and any military occupational specialty.
Deriva Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, protected veteran or military status, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.
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