Drivetrain Technician [Remote]

About Us:

EDF power solutions North America has been providing clean energy solutions throughout the U.S., Canada, and Mexico since 1987. We are a market-leading independent power producer and service provider, serving utilities, corporations, industries, communities, institutions, and investors with reliable, low-carbon energy solutions that help meet growing demand.

From developing and building scalable wind (onshore and offshore), solar, storage (battery and pumped storage hydro), smart EV charging, microgrids, green hydrogen, and transmission projects, to maximizing performance and profitability through skilled operations and maintenance and innovative asset optimization, our teams deliver expert solutions along the entire value chain—from origination to commercial operation.

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.

Benefits & Perks: 

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

• Competitive bonus incentives. This position is eligible for our annual bonus program.
• Comprehensive health coverage. We provide low-cost health & wellness coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Rewarding 401k. We provide 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.

Salary Range: The full pay range for this role is $24.95 to $41.59 per hour. The target range for this position is $29.00 to $35.00 per hour. 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: This level is intended to perform as an assistant to a Drivetrain Specialist. The Drivetrain Technician, under specific direction from the Drivetrain Specialist, providing MCR services at renewable energy projects, including but not limited to inspections, preventative maintenance, and corrective repairs, as needed. This Drivetrain Technician will be expected to travel for extended periods of time working on EDF projects as needed. When the Drivetrain Technician is not traveling, he/she will be based at his/her assigned home site and will be directed by the Site Supervisor for that site. While traveling on behalf of EDF, you are expected to represent our organization and our core values at all times.

Required Training: Each Renewable Energy Technician will attend mandatory five (5) week training and certification course at the start of their employment. The exact duration will be determined based on experience and qualifications. The training is in Albert Lea, MN, and travel, accommodation, and expenses will be provided.

Assist with MCR specialized services

• Assist Drivetrain Specialist in train EDF crews with crane calling and rigging procedures & qualifications.
• Work independently from time to time while performing all aspects of large correctives repairs and R&R of major components.
• Oversee the safe operation of EDF and contractor employees during the removal & replacement (R&R) of major components, and large corrective in-situ repairs of renewable energy assets.
• Assist with projects requiring special skills, by acquiring and maintaining skills in certain areas:
  • R&R of major components.
  • In-situ repair of major components.
  • Development of tooling and fixtures to perform large correctives repairs.
• Travel to other sites to support Site managers as needed.
• Assist with Developing, writing, and training work procedures and control instructions for heavy lift operations with the assistance of PDS Technical writer.
• Travel to other sites to support Site managers as needed.

Process Standardization & Continuous Improvement

• Assist Drivetrain Specialist with quality control during the removal & replacement (R&R) of major components, and large corrective in-situ repairs.
• Provide high quality workmanship with the goal of increasing safety, performance, and efficiency.

Other duties as assigned

Working Conditions: 85% of the time is in the field with the other 15% doing scheduled training, paperwork, and meetings. An undefined amount of the field work will be performed at EDF contracted locations which will require travel. This position must be capable of working independently but is generally working with other technicians.

They are provided a company vehicle for official company use only (service truck), during their assigned shift in which they carry the required tools to perform repairs and/or maintenance. This position may work in extreme weather conditions.

• Fiscal Responsibilities: The employee must work within the budget constraints as authorized by the Executive team; while successfully following all policies and procedures related to employees’ fiscal responsibilities in doing the day-to-day job.

Education/Experience:

• High school or equivalent: or up to one year of related experience or training: or equivalent combination of education and experience. 
• Completion of safety and technical training program for advanced wind technicians.
• Experience working with renewable energy technologies.
• Basic computer knowledge; including functional knowledge of MS Word and PowerPoint. 
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:

• Ability to read schematics.
• Comfortable working at heights and in extreme weather conditions.
• Ability to provide hands-on training to other technicians.
• Mechanical, electrical, and controls aptitude.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record for operating company vehicles.

Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is required to stand, walk and use his/her hands. The position will require travel, so the employee in this position must be able to successfully accommodate air and ground travel.