JOB TITLE: Wind Technician I
REQUISITION: FOS0072
DEPARTMENT: Spearville Wind Farm
LOCATION: Spearville, Ks
PAY RANGE: $33.99
Scheduled Work Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Headquartered in both Kansas City and Topeka, Evergy employs about 4,900 people who are dedicated to empowering a better future. We are recruiting candidates for a Wind Technician I at our Spearville Wind Farm, wage rate $33.99 per hour. Please find below a list of the minimum requirements for the position. It is important the candidates address their qualifications in the documentation submitted for consideration.
Summary of Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Assists Level II & III Technicians in the maintenance of wind turbines. Inspects and maintains electrical and mechanical systems as directed. Assists with the troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of all types of instruments and controls. Performs turbine fault resets as training allows. Performs progressively skilled work as assigned. Completes all initial and periodic safety training. Daily adheres to all safety protocols when completing all work including regular completion of safety documentation and working under lockout tagout (LOTO) procedures. Uses the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) for entering time, completing work orders, entering work order comments and creating work requests. As knowledge and skills are developed opportunities to pursue Level II & III qualifications may become available.
Performs similar and related work consistent with the general nature of this job classification such as:
• Performs housekeeping duties as assigned
• Performs turbine fault resets as training allows
• Performs low voltage repairs (600V and below)
• Performs gearbox oil changes as training allows
• Operates hydraulic torque wrenches as training allows
• Assists in performing alignments of components as training allows
• Performs Turbine Startup/Shutdowns as directed
• Performs tasks as assigned by Supervisory staff
Experience:
Must possess good mechanical ability, an electrical background a plus but not required. Willing to work at heights, physically fit to climb on a daily basis. Successful completion of training programs or related experience must be documented.
General: Must be licensed to drive as required by state law. Must be willing to reside within 30 miles of the Spearville Wind Energy Facility. Must be willing to work in a teamwork environment.
Essential Job Functions: Must be able to perform all essential functions as identified by the Company. Must be physically able to climb vertically 270 feet on a daily basis and able to complete work outside and inside at heights of 270 on a daily basis.
Education: High School or equivalent
Testing: Physical Abilities Test
EEI POSS (Plant Operator Selection System)
Evergy has a clear mission – To empower a better future. Evergy chooses to live this mission by valuing People First. We know that to lead the responsible energy transition and provide affordable, reliable, and sustainable service to our customers and communities, we need a team with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. So, our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. We are committed to celebrating diversity and building a team where everyone – regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status – has a voice and can bring their best every day. We know that the more diverse and inclusive we are, the better we will be. Evergy is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.
Disclaimer: The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.