Job Description Summary

Gearboxes Repair Technician will be responsible for Mechanical disassembly, inspection and assembly of Wind Gearboxes. He/she will report to the Shop Operations Leader

Job Description

• Essential Responsibilities

  In addition you will:

  • Exchange Bearings and gears as per engineering drawings and remanufacturing specifications
  • Be able to perform standard mechanical assembly procedures, perform rework, and repair of gearbox components and systems to drawing specifications Downtower in the repair shop or Uptower in the Wind Turbine.
  • Repair and Assembly of WTG 750KW, 1.5/1.6MW and 2.x MW turbines.
  • Maintain proper handling of GE tools and equipment.
  • Occasionally required to work in tight areas, ladders, scissor lift, greater than 4m high off ground.
  • Occasionally required to perform repair operations uptower
  • Possess thorough knowledge and ability to use all tools associated with assembling units according to required specifications:
    • lifting equipment, wall and overhead cranes
    • Hydraulic and electric Torque tools
    • Specific hydraulic pullers for disassembly operations
    • Other Tools included but not limited to impact drills, magnetic drills, drill press, angle grinders, sanders, basic hand tools (manual and pneumatic)
    • Measurement Tools, calibers, oil flushing equipment.
  • Read and understand mechanical layout, engineering drawings
  • Follow all EH&S guidelines and policies
  • Follow good environmental practices and waste management procedures. Segregate waste in the pertinent containers at the Repair Hall.
  • Possess thorough knowledge and ability to use CNC equipment to regrind gears, rings and covers.

  Qualifications/Requirements

  • Mechanical or Electrical School Diploma
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience working in a Wind Gearbox Repair Shop
  • Certified in the use of lifting equipment, such as overhead and wall cranes, as well as lifting methods and practices by using appropriate slings, chains, hooks, etc..
  • Trained on Bearings assembly practices, including clearance and preload calculation.
  • Trained in the use of sealing and adhesives for bearings assembly
  • Trained in hoses manufacturing and testing.
  • Training on tightening practices and tools.
  • Training on CNC.

  Desired Characteristics

  • Ability to read, understand and follow mechanical and electrical engineering drawings
  • Self-motivated to work with minimal guidance and willingness to learn from others
  • Ability and Willingness to work at heights and confined spaces, repairing gearboxes uptower in the Nacelle enclosure if required
  • Ability and willingness to work various shifts and overtime on short notice, in order to meet business needs
  • Ability to follow instructions and be willin

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