WTR Search - Renewables has partnered with an industry-leading energy company to locate a traveling Operations Support Technician. This position is based in Texas and will require travel up to 90% of the time to support other wind farms in the region. Relocation assistance is available.

This position works alongside a team of highly trained professionals to maintain wind facilities with a strong focus on major component replacement and preventative maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Perform assembly, commissioning, troubleshooting, retrofitting, and maintenance for optimal performance
• Travel to other company sites in the region to perform specialized repairs and major component exchanges
• Maintain strict safety protocols, including hazard assessments and PPE compliance
• Provide Root Cause Analysis support for diagnosing equipment failures and ensuring regulatory compliance
• Tool and documentation management to maintain efficiency and adherence to industry standards
• Troubleshoot, adjust, repair, and/or retrofit low to medium-voltage electrical, mechanical, or hydraulic components/equipment associated with wind turbines and the wind farm
• Perform preventative maintenance activities safely and efficiently on wind turbines and associated equipment located on the wind farm

Requirements

• Three or more years of hands-on experience as a Wind Technician
• Hands-on expertise with major turbine components, rigging, and various hand/power tools
• Strong mechanical, electrical, and troubleshooting skills
• Flexibility to work overtime and on rotating shifts as required
• Maintain required training certifications and qualifications
• Ability to safely travel to the wind farm within 45 minutes in the event of an emergency
• Comfortable with travel (50%–85%), working at heights, and managing adverse weather conditions
• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver’s license, and eligibility for a U.S. passport

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