Technician – MHI

About Deutsche Windtechnik

Deutsche Windtechnik (DWT) is Germany’s largest independent service provider, offering a comprehensive service package for wind turbine generators (WTG) from one single source. With more than 9,000 WTGs under contract and over 2,200 employees worldwide, DWT sets the bar for independent service provider services. Founded in 2018 in North America and headquartered in Houston, TX, our goal is to set the standard for best‑in‑class quality, safety, efficiency, and customer service in the U.S. market.

As a Technician I, you will lead your work team, provide technical direction, and maintain turbines through routine and unscheduled maintenance using basic drawings, schematics, and work procedures.

• Work independently supporting mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems troubleshooting and repairs at the site.
• Generate and complete all relevant paperwork, including work order cards, checklists, and AWPs.
• Recognize wind turbine error codes and report them appropriately.
• Assist in all areas of site operations and high‑voltage system maintenance and repair.
• Lead and perform routine preventive and unscheduled maintenance on wind turbines utilizing mechanical, electrical, and hydraulics skills.
• Adhere to company policies, safety standards, and good housekeeping practices.
• Assist or lead with the removal and installation of wind turbine mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic components.

• High School Diploma or GED; associate degree is a bonus.
• At least 2 years of experience as a Wind Turbine Technician.
• Valid driver’s license (non‑CDL or CDL) with a clean driving record.
• Ability to read and interpret documents and follow instructions, including safety rules and maintenance procedures.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, given proper instructions.
• Ability to deal with problems involving at least one concrete variable in standardized situations.
• Must pass a physical exam and drug/alcohol screening.

• The employee must be capable of lifting and/or moving up to 100 pounds.
• Must be physically fit to free climb 300 ft multiple times a day while wearing 25 + lbs of climbing gear and work in extreme weather conditions.
• Must be capable of rescuing a teammate anywhere in the tower in the event of an emergency.
• Employees climbing a wind turbine must use a Personal Fall Arrest System with a maximum weight capacity of 309 lbs, including the employee, tooling, uniform, and PPE.
• Based on these safety requirements and the standard weight of equipment, employees who climb wind turbines may not exceed a maximum personal body weight of 260 lbs.

• 401(k) with fully vested company match available after 6 months.
• Competitive compensation.
• Personalized and ongoing training.

Deutsche Windtechnik (DWT) is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender status, sex stereotyping, protected veteran or military status, and other categories protected by federal, state, or local law.

Applicants and employees are protected under federal law from discrimination.