Entering the wind energy sector in Minneapolis, MN, often begins with specialized training and apprenticeships, combining hands-on experience with technical education. These programs typically last about four to five years, providing comprehensive training under experienced professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the wind energy sector employs approximately 3,885,647 workers nationwide, with a median annual wage of $61,770 for wind turbine technicians. In Minneapolis, the average weekly wage for wind energy professionals is around $2,571, with potential for significant earnings as experience grows. Trade schools, industry associations, and platforms like Stream Marine Training offer pathways to apprenticeships, leading to a rewarding career with strong earning potential, often exceeding $108,000 annually for seasoned professionals.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: • Promote and comply with all Company and safety policies and procedures. • Work in and around wind turbines. • Install, reinstall, repair, service, test, and other required tasks to maintain wind turbine components. • Provide technical support to troubleshoot and repair basic and complex wind turbine related malfunctions. • Climb multiple wind towers on a daily basis. • Professionally interact with customers and coworkers on a daily basis. • Provide technical support and guidance to assure product quality and conformance. • Perform onsite audits of procedures and field processes and drive change as necessary. • Demonstrate safety and quality as a top priority and make sure other team members, Owner/Client Representatives, subcontractors, vendors, and management are following the safety policies. • Train and instruct crew members in safe work practices for the assigned tasks. Be a mentor. • Lead and involve the crew in Pre-Task Plan (PTP) creation and review. • Stop any work at any time if at-risk behaviors are observed by crewmen. Encourage crew members to work with the same mentality. • Create standard work procedures and processes. • Create work procedures related to turbine manufacturer specific requirements. • Monitor project progress and quality. • Follow written procedures as designed. • Allocate crew time to address rework if needed. • Fill out all required project related reports. • Keep all records, paperwork and reports in a neat and organized manner. • Communicate to all levels of the project team. • Set goals for crews (daily/weekly/monthly/project). • Preplan daily activities to eliminate confusion and downtime. • Install, inspect, maintain, operate, and repair wind turbines. • Diagnose and fix any problem that could cause the turbine to be shut down unexpectedly or fail to operate properly. • Climb towers to inspect, troubleshoot, or repair turbine equipment. • Perform routine maintenance on wind turbines. • Test electrical components and systems, as well as mechanical and hydraulic systems. • Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical malfunctions. • Service underground transmission systems, wind field substations, or fiber optic sensing and control systems • Replace worn or malfunctioning components. • Use a multi-meter. • Send detailed daily reports and keep an ongoing inventory of tooling and consumable products. • Lead a crew of up to (20) Wind Turbine Technician I/II. • Understand project scope and schedule to keep the project on track to complete within the specific project stated parameters. • Assume responsibilities of Field Operations Manager as needed. • Other duties as assigned. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: • High school diploma or equivalent. • Must possess an active Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) or have the ability to obtain a TWIC Card. • Minimum eight (8) years’ experience working in and around wind turbine, specifically for troubleshooting and preventative maintenance, or two (2) years’ experience and degree or certificate. • Technical 2 or 4-year degree or certificate related to mechanical maintenance, wind energy, mechanical engineering or related preferred. • Valid Driver’s License. (CDL Preferred). • Uptower Gearbox Repair Team Only: NCCCO Rigger and Signal Person certified, or ability to obtain certification within six (6) months of hire. PREFERRED SKILLS/ABILITIES: • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow directions with precise execution. • Basic computer operation skills and familiarity with internet-based program navigation. • Ability to read, interpret and understand basic drawings and schematics. • Ability to use hydraulic tension and torque tooling. • Ability to demonstrate basic industrial safety practices / protocols including LOTO. • Experience using basic power and hydraulic tools. • Knowledge of entering and exiting the rotor. This includes locking out the rotor. • Knowledge of using the internal chain hoist. • Ability to climb stairs and ladders up to 125 meters in height. • Certifications in rigging and signaling from a Nationally recognized organization is preferred, but not required. • Able to work in demanding physical and inclement weather conditions. • Comfort working remotely in a turbine as part of a team with limited supervisory interaction. • Able to maintain certifications required to perform the work, including but not limited to: First Aid / CPR, Tower Climb and Rescue, LOTO, Arc Flash, Confined Space Entry etc. • Take reasonable care of your own and others’ health and safety and of those who may be affected in the day-to-day delivery of this role by taking personal responsibility for working to Zero Injury principles. • Read, analyze and interpret technical procedures, reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. • Write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. • Effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers. • Add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. • Common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. • Deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Benefits and Pay: • Paid Company Holidays • Paid Time Off • We provide paid sick leave as required by Colorado’s Healthy Families and Workplaces Act. • Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Short Term/Long Term Disability, 401K with matching contribution. • $36 - $41 per hour, dependent on experience, qualifications, and competencies.
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See More Details >>National Grid Renewables is a full-service renewable energy company headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. National Grid Renewables has developed over 2,400 megawatts of wind and solar projects that are either operational or currently under construction throughout the United States. National Grid Renewables has a multi-gigawatt development pipeline of wind and solar projects in various stages of development throughout the United States. National Grid Renewables provides custom solutions for utilities and corporations looking to harness renewable energy for business growth. With deep roots in agriculture, National Grid Renewables prides itself on We are currently seeking a Senior Land and Title Specialist within our development team for our renewable projects. This position is responsible for all real estate matters with minimal supervision from the Director of Real Estate for assigned projects that leads to a fully insurable and fully financeable project. Additionally, you will perform the following duties: WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING • Work directly with Land Developers, Contracts Manager, Director of Real Estate, Land Owners, Legal Representatives of the company, other National Grid team members and outside vendors • Keep current tracking worksheet for assigned projects • Review title documents to identify and resolve encumbrances. • Ensure that legal documents are correct and have been appropriately recorded with the county • Responsible for working with the Landowner Payment Specialist for landowner payments for assigned projects. • Review survey to identify any overlap/gap issues, verify that the proforma is reflected correctly and that all proposed facilities are within footprint parcels without encroachments. • Work with others to ensure there are no objections for any land acquisition for assigned projects • Work with Director of Real Estate to communicate land issues/status between assigned Project Manager and Real Estate departments • Responsible for coordinating with the title company and landowners to close parcels that are being purchased with assistance from Director of Real Estate • Responsible for responding to due diligence questions on assigned projects with supervision from Director of Real Estate • Responsible for the real estate budget inputs for assigned projects • Responsible for making sure that all real estate items are uploaded to specific data sites related to each assigned project. • Work with the Director of Real Estate and Operations Department to transition assigned projects to the Operations Department when appropriate • Work with Director of Real Estate and Project Manager for timing of landowner crop notices and construction notices for assigned projects. Prepare approved notices to be sent out • Work with Director of Real Estate and Landowner Payment Specialist on calculating and triggering landowner payments as construction period and development periods are reached • Work with Director of Real Estate to communicate the status of the assigned projects as it relates to real estate matters to Development Team members and Real Estate Team • Coordinate with the local FSA office to confirm participation or nonparticipation of project parcels in CRP or other programs. • Responsible for ordering a mineral assessment from the title company for assigned projects to determine whether full mineral searches are necessary. If so, ordering full mineral searches and clearing mineral interests to obtain mineral coverage from the title company, if needed • Attend project and regional meetings for assigned projects WHAT YOU BRING TO THIS ROLE • 5+ years as a Land & Title Specialist, or similar experience • Notary Public or willingness to obtain • Willing to be a team player and learn new work tools • High School diploma or GED; college degree a plus • Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office Suite and Excel software All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of reference check, & background check. National Grid Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pay Range for the posted level: $75,000 - $105,000 We offer a comprehensive benefit package, including Medical, Dental, 401(k) and disability benefits. National Grid Renewables believe fostering diversity, equity and inclusion is everyone’s responsibility. Open, honest and respectful ways of working, learning and communicating are the cornerstones of a successful business, and leveraging inclusion and diversity lead to better business results. At National Grid Renewables, we’re focused on creating a work environment where our people feel respected and included, and therefore empowered to be themselves.
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