ACCIONA Energía is the biggest 100% renewable energy company with no fossil legacy in the world. With more than 30 years of experience and operations in 20 countries on five continents, ACCIONA Energía offers a wide portfolio of tailored energy solutions so that its corporate and institutional clients can meet their decarbonisation goals. This includes the development, engineering, construction, operation and maintenance of renewable power plants -mainly wind and photovoltaic technologies-, energy sales and management and marketing, energy services, self-consumption, electric mobility and new technologies such as storage and green hydrogen. ACCIONA Energía is governed by the most demanding environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) criteria. Acciona is looking for a an Operations Support Technician/Traveling Wind Turbine Technician travel as needed to service ACCIONA projects throughout the North America region. This position works with a team of well-trained professionals to maintain facilities surrounding wind turbines focusing on major component replacement and associated preventative maintenance. This requires attention to safety regulations for the industry and is important for overall safety on the job. Job Description Perform assembly, commissioning, testing, retrofitting, repair and maintenance on wind turbine generators and related equipment at a wind farm Execution of all repairs at all renewable generating locations (with a primary focus on Major Components in Wind Turbines) in accordance with established procedures Follow the companies processes and procedures to safely and effectively maintain Acciona renewable generating facilities for "Best in Class Performance" Troubleshoot, adjust, repair, and/or retrofit low to medium voltage electrical, mechanical or hydraulic components and equipment associated with wind turbines Utilize appropriate safety gear, protective equipment, and control or dissipation of energy sources to ensure work is performed in a safe manner Conduct safety analysis and review of hazards and energy sources prior to and while performing any work assignment on the wind farm Properly maintain tools and equipment used to perform assigned maintenance assignments Maintain required training certifications and qualifications as to enable personnel to safely perform work related tasks in a quality matter Support Root Cause Analyses to assist in determining equipment failure and the reasons for failures when they occur Other responsibilities as assigned Required Skills and Competencies Requires a high school diploma or equivalent, college degree or technical education degree a plus, or equivalent combination of education and related work experience Ability to travel to domestic and international locations for work and/or training for extended periods of time Travel: 50% - 85% depending on home base location Must live within 60 miles of an Acciona Facility: Chicago, IL Lena, IL Elk City, OK Cheyenne, OK Bayview, TX Rio Hondo, TX Flexibility to work overtime and rotating shifts as required Previous experience working with hand tools and power tools Previous experience with Wind Turbine Major Component work Basic familiarity with rigging Able to work independently in a fast-paced team environment Ability to move and manipulate up to 50 pounds Ability to climb vertical ladders and work at heights of 120M Ability to work in both indoor and outdoor environments, and in adverse and extreme weather conditions, in dust, pollen, weeds, grasses, and in confined spaces Ability to be certified and work with both medium and high voltage equipment Maintain required training certifications Have a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record Ability to obtain a U.S. Passport As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.
