Commissioner

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Position Summary

As a Commissioner I, you will test, analyze, and troubleshoot the mechanical and electrical components and identify wind turbine defects to perform repairs during the commissioning phase of a wind farm project. When there is no active project, this position will be required to perform retrofits and support other Operations and Maintenance functions.

Responsibilities

• Commissions and ensures the functionality of Nordex wind turbines using a series of
• documented policies and procedures.
• Connects the wind turbine to the remote surveillance system for functionality testing.
• Conducts independent fault analysis and eliminates possible issues to find the root cause.
• Tests the electrical and mechanical protectors.
• Eliminates, independently, minor faults.
• Retrofits turbine following approved work instructions.
• Supports Operations and Maintenance activities when not assigned to an active project.
• Documents and reports technical problems, faults, component defects, daily activities, and
• other performance data on time and per company procedures.
• Inventories and identifies spare parts and other materials needed and initiates the
• procurement process by coordinating with the site manager.
• Document part usage and complete work orders as required.
• Manages and be responsible for material, tools, and property belonging to Nordex.
• Follows all safety policies, procedures, instructions, and guidelines.
• Performs assigned tasks following Nordex manuals and regulations, most economically for
• Nordex, on time and with the highest quality.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• Ability to work in confined spaces, handle weight up to 100 pounds and wear full personal
• protective equipment.
• Must meet the weight requirement of safety gear, 260 lbs. or less.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical administered by a medical examiner to
• ensure the ability to safely perform job functions and meet the physical demands of the
• position
  
  

Requirements

• 1–2 years of comparable experience and training in the wind industry.
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering preferred or a 2-year technical
• degree in Wind Energy.
• Technical two-year college degree or a minimum of two years of electrical trade experience.
• Knowledge of the mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, fiber optics, their function, and repair wind
• turbines Nordex and Acciona technologies
• Competent in switching of various types of switchgear.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizing, and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to prioritize work, multi-task efficiently, meet deadline obligations, prepare reports,
• and outline what is best practice.
• Commit to Safety, Quality, and Environmental standards.
• Have a strong code of ethics and integrity.
• Work in a diverse and fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite required
• Driver’s license required
• Ability to spend 100% of the time at the wind farms during the commissioning process
• Demonstrated ability to supervise several activities at once, organize/prioritize work, meet
• deadlines, and prepare reports
• Ability to climb towers up to 300 feet and to work in all weather conditions.
• Ability to work in confined spaces, handle weight up to 100 pounds and wear full personal
• protective equipment.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems independently with a high level of results orientation
• as demonstrated by the identification of non-conformities, completion of punch lists and the
• application of a structured approach to mechanical and electrical troubleshooting.
• Ability to meet specific OSHA and ANSI weight limits of 265 lbs or less.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical administered by a medical examiner to
• ensure the ability to safely perform job functions and meet the physical demands of the
• position.
  
  

The pay for this role is non-exempt at $28-$30/Hr. Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.

In addition to the opportunity to make our world a little more sustainable, we offer you:

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• Some offers may vary by location
  
  

Nordex adheres to a policy of equal employment opportunity. All employment decisions are made without regard to religion, age, sex, color, national origin, handicap, or other protected class and are in full compliance with all federal and state laws.