Renewable Energy Technician 1

About Us:

EDF Renewables North America is a market-leading independent power producer and service provider with over 35 years of experience. We deliver grid-scale power: wind (onshore and offshore), solar photovoltaic, and storage projects; distribution-scale power: solar and storage; asset optimization: technical, operational, and commercial expertise to maximize the performance of generating projects, and onsite solutions, through the Company’s PowerFlex affiliate, offering a full suite of onsite energy solutions for commercial and industrial customers: solar, storage, EV charging, energy management systems, and microgrids.

Benefits & Perks: 

EDF Renewables offers best-in-class employee benefits, including the following:

• Competitive bonus incentives. This position is eligible for our annual bonus program.
• Comprehensive health coverage. EDF Renewables USA provides low-cost health & wellness coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Rewarding 401k. EDF Renewables provides a generous matching contribution.

We are also proud to offer:

• Favorable paid time off programs, including paid parental leave after one year of service.
• Rewarding learning & career development and advancement opportunities.
• Supportive mentorship & buddy programs.

Be a part of an innovative and collaborative team environment that fosters our goal of delivering renewable solutions to lead the transition to a sustainable energy future.

Salary range: The full pay range for this role is $22.00 - $36.00/Hr.. The target range for this position is $23.00 - $30.00/Hr. We generally base our salary decisions on factors such as internal equity, candidate work and/leadership experience, educational credentials, and in some cases, candidate work location.

Scope of Job: Under specific direction from the site manager and supervision of an experienced technician, this position will assist experienced technicians with conducting maintenance, preventative maintenance, and repair of wind turbines and/or photovoltaic power and energy storage systems. Learns and applies EDF Core values: safety, teamwork, respect, passion, transparency, good sense, and accountability.

Responsibilities:

80% - In the field:

• Assists with maintaining company property and equipment in an efficient and safe manner.
• In support of a technician 2 or higher-level technician, services equipment based on the type of equipment and manufacturer. Assists in performing routine maintenance. Assists with new equipment installation, and the inspection, troubleshooting, and repair of equipment.
• Assists with testing electrical components and mechanical and hydraulic systems, and the collection of equipment data for testing and analysis.
• Works safely under all circumstances and seeks guidance for any work for which they are unfamiliar or do not feel competent to perform safely.
• Attends safety and technical training required for this position.
• Respectfully works in a team environment and learns and applies EDFNA Core Values.

15% - Administrative duties, such as documenting completed jobs, implementing supply orders. Complete daily work orders, time tracking and any other required paperwork for the specific project/assignment.

5% - Other duties as assigned.

Supervision of Others: None

Working Conditions:

100% of time is spent working in the renewable asset field. There is also marginal time spent in the office environment, utilizing computers (frequent use of various Microsoft software/programs), phones, and general office equipment.

This position requires working on platforms or skids, wearing appropriate personal protective equipment, and the repetitive use of legs, arms, hands, and fingers. The employee will work eight (8) hours a day, forty (40) hours a week, and overtime and night shifts as required.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to:

• Extreme weather conditions, including cold, heat, rain, wind, etc.
• High voltage and stored energy
• Moving mechanical parts and vibration
• Confined spaces
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Fiscal Responsibilities: All levels of the organization must be fiscally responsible on the company's behalf.

Required Training:

Renewable Energy Technicians must complete up to six (6) weeks of paid, mandatory training in Albert Lea, MN. The exact duration will be determined within the first two weeks of employment. Travel and accommodation expenses for this training will be provided.

Qualifications:

Education/Experience

• High school Diploma or equivalent required.
• 0 to 2 years of experience within the renewable energy sector or an equivalent field

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Ability to successfully complete applicable safety and technical training program for the entry level technician.
• Ability to demonstrate basic computer knowledge.
• Must possess a valid current driver’s license and successfully meet organizational requirements to operate motor vehicles.
• Knowledge of electronics and mechanical components and measurement devices is a plus.
• Ability to follow both verbal and written instructions.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to understand, read, write, and speak clearly in English.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

Physical Requirements:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Due to weight restrictions associated with life-saving fall-arrest equipment employees are required to wear while working at heights, maximum employee weight (for Wind only) must not exceed 285 lbs. Employee weight is subject to review at any time throughout employment and required annually at a minimum.
• While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to:
  • Be able to use hands and fingers to handle or feel; and be able to reach with hands and arms.
  • Possess good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for working with small parts and tools.
  • Possess good vision and hearing to frequently detect potential hazards and communicate effectively with team members.
  • Be able to stand, crouch, walk, and work for extended periods of time.
  • Be able to operate company vehicles (field trucks) on site and on public roads and highways.
  • Regularly lift and/or move up to 35 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
  • Be able to work in an electrical-mechanical environment.
  • Ability to climb ladders, stairs, and structures to heights more than 91 meters (300 feet).
  • Able to work at heights, including climbing up and descending towers, entering nacelles and hubs at extreme heights.
  • Be comfortable with working in various weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, wind, and rain.
  • Comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces.