What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operations & Maintenance Technician – Wind position at EthosEnergy Group?
EthosEnergy O&M is recruiting for an Operations and Maintenance Technician - Wind for its Flat Ridge Wind farms located in Zenda, KS. The primary purpose of this position is to provide direct operations and maintenance at a wind generating facility. The Operations and Maintenance Technician (OMT) is responsible for the overall operations and maintenance of the Balance of Plant (BOP) and wind turbine equipment, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient performance.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform on-site operations, maintenance, repair, and inspection of wind turbine systems.
- Troubleshoot and diagnose issues related to mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems in wind turbines.
- Perform scheduled preventative maintenance tasks to ensure continued optimal performance of wind turbines.
- Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and procedures during onshore and offshore work activities.
- Collaborate with other technicians, engineers, and project managers to complete projects on time and within budget constraints.
- Coordinate with site managers to ensure proper communication of progress reports and updates.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of operational processes through feedback, innovation, and efficiency improvements.
- Participate in ongoing training sessions to stay up-to-date with industry best practices.
- Understand long-term O&M contracts, ensuring contractual requirements are met on a daily basis.
- Assist plant owners with long-term operational and maintenance issues as they arise.
- Oversee contractor work quality and safety procedures on a regular basis.
- Operate the facility in accordance with standard industry practices and regulatory requirements, including local and remote operations of equipment ranging from 345kV to 24V.
- Execute maintenance activities to minimize downtime and revenue impact.
- Maintain access roads and perform snow removal as needed to ensure uninterrupted site access and O&M contract compliance.
- Expedite timely repairs of wind turbines, high/medium voltage equipment, meteorological towers, communication systems, substations, and other site assets.
Required Skills / Knowledge
- 1-3 years’ experience working on maintaining a wind facility
- Ability to travel, on occasion, within North America
- Experience in industrial plant operations and maintenance.
- Basic understanding of hydraulic systems.
- Proven hands-on experience in testing, analyzing, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Experience
- Experience with SCADA systems for monitoring and troubleshooting is highly desirable.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential.
- Demonstrated analytical and quantitative abilities for interpreting data and generating actionable insights.
- Strong attention to detail and effective problem-solving capabilities.
Education Requirements
- High School education or equivalent required.
- Associate’s degree (AA) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school preferred.
Physical Requirements
- Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor environments throughout the year.
- Exposure to varying weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold.
- Regular work at heights exceeding 400 feet.
- Considerable physical effort may be required during maintenance, repair, and equipment modification activities.
- Strong eye-hand coordination required to safely operate and repair equipment.
What We Offer
- Supportive company culture that values its employees
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision & 401 K Plan
- Paid Parental Leave, Time Off & Holidays
- Extra money in your paycheck - Employee Referral Bonus
- Personal Development & Career Succession Planning
EthosEnergy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.
Benefits:
Health Insurance, 401K Plan, Vacation & Paid Time OffSalary : $50,272 - $71,295