Large Correctives Technician Associate

RWE Clean Energy, LLC
To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent

Functional area: Operations & Maintenance
Remuneration: Non-Exempt

The Large Correctives Technician Associate reports to, assists, and supports the Supervisor of the Large Correctives department in managing and coordinating the operations of the large corrective activities performed for RWECE Operations. This ensures safe and efficient operations, minimizes costs, and optimizes performance in accordance with the Operations Mission Statement.

Responsibilities:

• Ensures that all operations and maintenance activities are performed in a safe manner consistent with policies and procedures established for the wind farm site
• Performs major up-tower component replacements for multiple turbine manufacturers, including GE, Siemens, Vestas, Gamesa, and/or Mitsubishi.
• Assists in transportation, setup, and operation of up-tower gearbox replacement tools
• Ensures proper storage, maintenance, and handling of all Large Corrective tools and equipment
• Travels up to 5 weeks at a time with at least one-week return-home rotation
• Is self-motivated; can work successfully, safely, and independently at remote wind farm locations
• Willingness and ability to obtain and maintain an RWECE-sponsored Commercial Driver License (CDL), if so requested by RWECE, for mobilization of our main component equipment
• All other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum 2years of overall experience with a minimum of 1yearin operations and/or maintenance of power generation and related facilities
• Ability to push/pull/lift tools and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work safely in extreme environments (hot sun, cold, etc.)
• Ability to walk, climb, and stand extensively during the workday
• Self-motivating and able to make cost-efficient decisions and take necessary actions without specific directions
• High standards of integrity, honor, ethics, safety, productivity, and attention to detail
• Knowledge of and experience with the use of hand and power tools
• Knowledge of environmental and safety policies and procedures
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability and willingness to travel to and from job sites as assigned

• Primarily, a field environment may include hazardous conditions such as working at heights up to 300 feet, working in confined spaces, exposure to bloodborne pathogens, exposure to energized electrical and rotating equipment and working in extreme hot and cold conditions

• Must pass a fit-for-duty medical examination upon hiring and every 2 years after that and maintain a body weight of 270 lbs or less. The work also requires flexibility and a full range of movement in confined spaces

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives, in addition to salary.

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. No matter who you are, we welcome your application irrespective of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

RWE Clean Energy is one of the biggest names in the US renewables industry - and No.2 in solar. With a 1,500-strong team, the business has over 15 years' experience of developing, constructing and operating renewable energy facilities, and ambitious plans for the future.

As part of the RWE Group's Growing Green strategy to expand globally its green portfolio to more than 65 GW of installed capacity and to invest globally more than EUR 55 billion gross by 2030, RWE Clean Energy is determined to significantly increase its operating asset base in the U.S. This is backed by a project pipeline of more than 24 GW in onshore wind, solar and battery storage which provides for one of the largest development platforms in the United States.

Every project brings constantly-evolving technical, practical and social challenges - and drives a culture where everybody thrives, has fun and feels excited by each day. Our financial stability also means you'll have the freedom to act with conviction and courage as we pivot to new technologies - and continuously improve, together.