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Enbridge

Pipeline-based energy transport and renewables generation

Wind Turbine Technician 2

Equipment MaintenancePosted on Nov 13
Full-timeJacksboro, TX, USA$28 - $35

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma and typically 1–2 years of directly relevant training and experience, with demonstrated competency in scheduled maintenance, basic and advanced troubleshooting, turbine electrical switching, and SCADA; experience with asset-integrity inspections and minor or major unscheduled maintenance may be limited.
  • A proficient understanding of wind-power systems, including pneumatic, hydraulic, gearbox, electrical, mechanical, and power-plant systems; ability to interpret technical drawings and schematics and use basic power and hydraulic tools.
  • Working knowledge of maintenance scheduling, availability reporting, inventory management, on-time performance requirements, and site supervision; strong computer skills with Microsoft Windows applications, turbine software, SCADA, and Maximo or comparable maintenance-management systems.
  • Commitment to incident-free operations and industrial safety practices, including lockout/tagout; ability to complete required first aid, CPR/AED, climb-and-rescue, confined-space, and other technical training.
  • Effective collaboration, problem-solving, time-management, and communication skills; attention to detail; ability to follow instructions precisely, demonstrate integrity and initiative, and remain calm in stressful or hazardous situations.
  • A valid driver’s licence, ability to obtain a passport, and proficiency in spoken and written English.
  • Willingness to work within turbines, travel to other Enbridge facilities, and participate in a scheduled 24/7 on-call rotation.
  • Ability to climb stairs and ladders up to 80 meters; lift, push, pull, and carry items up to 50 pounds; and stand, stoop, kneel, bend, and walk for prolonged periods.
  • Ability to grip and manually manipulate tools and turbine parts, including with repetitive motion; comfort working in enclosed spaces and at heights over 80 meters; adequate vision, depth perception, and ability to distinguish colors.
  • Ability to work within a turbine nacelle at a height of 300 feet and in demanding physical and inclement hot or cold weather conditions.
  • Ability to comply with equipment safe-work limits, including a 300-pound climbing weight limit including the person and gear.
  • Flexible work hours may be required to support the facility and emergency response needs.
  • Ability to meet physical requirements including grasping, kneeling, light-to-moderate lifting up to 20 pounds, reaching above shoulder, repetitive motion, typing, sitting, standing, visual requirements, and hearing requirements.
  • Ability to understand, remember, and apply oral or written information; understand complex problems and collaborate on alternative solutions; organize thoughts into understandable terminology; prioritize short-term work schedules; make decisions with moderate impact and monitor impacts beyond the immediate work unit; follow basic instructions and guidelines; complete routine forms; compose basic correspondence and reports; and communicate by telephone.
  • Final candidates may be required to undergo security screening, including a criminal records check.

Responsibilities

  • Safely operate and maintain wind turbines and Balance of Plant equipment, independently performing assigned scheduled maintenance and troubleshooting to maximize uptime and production.
  • Promote a positive safety culture by following company standards and safe-work practices covering electrical safety, working at heights, hazardous-energy control, confined-space entry, and cargo management; model safe behavior, intervene in unsafe activities, recommend improvements, and support contractor safety oversight.
  • Complete scheduled and unscheduled turbine maintenance, asset-integrity inspections, electrical switching, and troubleshooting using SCADA, diagnostic tools, schematics, and mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic drawings.
  • Support Balance of Plant work involving substations, collector systems, switchyards, and civil work, including high-voltage switching, substation inspections, scheduled maintenance, outages, and learning more complex equipment and procedures.
  • Follow established instructions and maintenance schedules; gather equipment information, escalate work outside the trained skill level, complete work on time, and maintain accurate time and maintenance records in Maximo.
  • Assist other technicians, support maintenance requirements at other company-operated facilities, and provide guidance and development support to Level I technicians when appropriate.
  • Identify operational risks and execution gaps, apply mitigation measures, and contribute to procedures, field-service best practices, investigations, reporting, and site-management recommendations.
  • Complete required on-the-job and technical training, conduct tests, and perform maintenance in demanding and time-sensitive environments.
  • Travel to other facilities as needed and respond to emergencies or maintenance needs during scheduled on-call periods.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with high-voltage electrical switching, substation inspection, and substation maintenance.
  • Knowledge of Siemens Gamesa G90 2.0 MW or G97 2.1 MW wind turbines.

About the Company

Enbridge

Pipeline-based energy transport and renewables generation

Enbridge builds and operates energy infrastructure in North America, focusing on the transportation, distribution, and generation of energy. It runs a vast network of pipelines that move crude oil and natural gas from production sites to refineries and customers, and it also generates renewable energy from wind and solar projects. The company earns money mainly through long-term fees charged for transporting and distributing energy, with additional income from its renewable assets and related services. Compared with peers, Enbridge combines a large, integrated pipeline network with a growing portfolio of renewable generation, underpinned by long-term contracts that provide predictable revenue. Its commitments to safety and sustainability, including a goal to reach net-zero emissions by 2050, guide its operations and corporate strategy. Overall, Enbridge aims to keep energy flowing safely and reliably while supporting the transition to cleaner energy.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Calgary, Canada
Founded
1949

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