Wind Tech

JOB TITLE: Wind Tech
REQUISITION: FOS00FP
DEPARTMENT: Generation - Western Plains Wind Farm
LOCATION: Spearville, KS
PAY RANGE:
Wind Tech I: $26.63 - $33.32
Wind Tech II: $31.00 - $38.75
Sr Wind Tech: $35.86 - $44.81

Note: Tech Level and pay will be determined according to candidate's education and experience

Scheduled Work Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. and on call rotation or as approved by manager/supervisor. Job may require additional hours with little to no notice including evenings and weekends.

Summary of Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Employees in this role will be performing maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and controller operation on Siemens SWT 2.3MW wind turbines and associated equipment as well as conduct substation operations and inspections. Individuals must understand wind turbine mechanical, electrical, control, hydraulic, and SCADA systems. This position replaces mechanical and electrical components, understands schematics and uses appropriate diagnostic tools. Completes all initial and periodic safety training. Daily adheres to all safety protocols when completing all work including regular completion of safety documentation and working under lockout tagout (LOTO) procedures. Uses the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) for entering time, completing work orders, entering work order comments and creating work requests. As knowledge and skills are developed opportunities to pursue Level II & III qualifications may become available.

Duties include:
* Perform routine mechanical and electrical maintenance on wind turbines and associated equipment.
* Climb wind turbine towers daily, wearing all required safety equipment, to inspect, maintain, repair or clean equipment.
* Understand electrical and mechanical functions of all components of a wind turbine generator and associated equipment.
* Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical faults; repair and/or replace components.
* Perform substation MV/HV switching, grounding.
* Perform scheduled and unscheduled substation inspections and minor substation repairs.
* Interpret and complete complex switching orders using three-part communication. Secure equipment with LOTO.
* Collect transformer oil samples and package for shipment.
* Check parts out of inventory, carefully handles and returns parts back to inventory, red-tags suspect parts, repairs components in the shop when not in the field.
* Document completed turbine work, parts usage, and employee time in the EAM software.
* Maintain company tooling, facilities and equipment and a clean, safe work environment.
* Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Requirements:
The preferred candidate will have an Associate Degree in Wind Energy Technology. Requires a high school diploma. Must possess good mechanical ability, an electrical background a plus but not required. Willing to work at heights, physically fit to climb on a daily basis. Successful completion of training programs or related experience must be documented.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:
* Skill in oral and written communications, including the ability to prepare clear, concise reports and presentations.
* Problem solving, decision making and analytical skills.
* The ability to handle multiple priorities in a timely and accurate manner.
* Strong attention to detail.
* Basic computer operation skills, Microsoft Office Software, and EAM software.
* Experience using power tools, hydraulic torque/tensioning equipment, and electrical meters and testing equipment (i.e. - Megger, etc).

Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing Required:
Successful candidate must possess and maintain a valid driver's license, a DOT physical certification, be able to obtain rescue and self-rescue certification.

Working Conditions:
Must be able to work additional hours on short notice as needed and participate in On-Call rotation. Must have satisfactory work record including good attendance.
* Ability to read, comprehend and write in English.
* Ability to climb stairs and ladders 80 meters in height.
* Ability to lift, push, pull, carry items up to 50 lbs. in weight.
* Ability to stand, stoop, kneel, and bend for prolonged periods of time.
* Ability to grip and manually manipulate, often with repetitive motion, items such as, but not limited to, hand tools, turbine parts.
* Comfortable working in confined spaces and at heights over 80 meters.
* Ability to successfully participate in all training courses, including high-angle rescue and training.
* Periodic walking.
* Ability to hear and use close range radios.
* Strong field of vision including visual depth perception and ability to distinguish colors.
* Able to work in demanding physical and inclement weather conditions.
* Comfortable working remotely in a turbine as part of a team with limited supervisory interaction.

Evergy has a clear mission - To empower a better future. Evergy chooses to live this mission by valuing People First. We know that to lead the responsible energy transition and provide affordable, reliable, and sustainable service to our customers and communities, we need a team with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. We are committed to building a team where everyone - regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status - has a voice and can bring their best every day. Evergy is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.