Rapid Response Technician II

Deutsche Windtechnik 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 more than 2,200 worldwide employees operating in Europe, the US and Asia, Deutsche Windtechnik sets the bar for Independent Service Provider services.

Deutsche Windtechnik came to North America and started operations here in 2018. Headquartered in Houston, TX., it is our goal to set the standard for best-in-class levels of quality, safety, efficiency, and customer service in the US market.

Ready to continue your career and be an important part of our wind technician team?

• Support with mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems troubleshooting and repairs to support a site.
• Complete all relevant paperwork, including work order cards, checklists, AWPs etc.
• Recognize occurrences of wind turbine error codes and appropriately report the issue.
• Replacement of major turbine components, e.g. generators and gearboxes.
• Assist with high‑voltage system maintenance and repair.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on wind turbines bringing your skills in: mechanical, electrical, and hydraulics.
• Perform unscheduled maintenance consisting of troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Adhere to company policies, safety standards, and good housekeeping practices.
• Demonstrate the ability to learn advanced troubleshooting and repair of the wind turbines.
• Establish and maintain general safety from the system / Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO).

• High School Diploma or GED. Associates Degree is a bonus, but not required.
• 1+ years’ 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, such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures manuals.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, given proper instructions.
• Ability to deal with problems involving at least one concrete variable in standardized situations.
• Must be able to pass a physical exam and drug/alcohol screening.
• Employee must be capable of lifting and/or moving up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus due to potential work in close confines.
• Employees must be physically fit enough 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 teammates anywhere in the tower in the event of an emergency.
• Must meet safety requirements for using a Personal Fall Arrest System, with weight limits and personnel limits as described.

• 401k with fully vested, generous company match available after 6 months.
• Generous PTO, Excellent Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits.
• Competitive Compensation.
• Personalized and Ongoing Training.

What sets us apart is our intense focus on our customers, employees, and culture.

To be the most trusted O&M partner to wind farm owners.

To empower the Americas’ achievement of 100% renewable energy, one wind turbine at a time.

Transparent, Innovative, Guiding (advisor and partner), Efficient, and Reliable.

Deutsche Windtechnik is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmitive Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their 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, sex stereotyping, protected veteran or military status, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

EEO is the Law Applicants and employees are protected under Federal law from discrimination.