Major Components Wind Technician

Overview

We are searching for a skilled and experienced Major Components Technician with solid experience working with on wind turbines and who can conduct heavy rigging operations to facilitate replacement components. This role requires in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience in handling various types of maintenance and diagnosing issues to ensure optimal functionality of wind turbines. We are seeking experienced Wind Turbine Technicians with knowledge from a variety of platforms.

In this position, you must be able to repair mechanical, hydraulic, and/or electrical components.

• Troubleshoot and repair significant corrective operational issues on utility-sized wind turbines per the project description.
• Conduct heavy rigging operations to facilitate replacement components. such has main bearings, drive shafts, generators, and rotor swaps.
• Ability to call a conventional crane.
• Perform all major component exchanges in accordance with specified procedures.
• Perform repairs on mechanical, hydraulic, and/or electrical component replacements to correct malfunctions.
• Properly utilize and maintain all mandated safety equipment.
• Represent the company culture of safety, quality, and integrity daily.
• Comply with all safety rules in accordance with company, customer, and government regulations and guidelines.
• Exhibit positive, courteous behavior with customers, contractors, suppliers, and co-workers.
• Accurately complete and submit required service reports, timecards, expense reports, and other required company reports in a timely manner for the onsite team.
• Willingness to continually embrace personal and professional development.

• Two years of experience doing major corrective work
• Fundamental electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical skills
• Ability to read and understand schematics by various wind turbine manufacturers
• Ability to climb 300 feet or more regularly
• Completion of all required training in a satisfactory manner and timeframe
• Ability to lead and participate in on-the-job training with on-site personnel
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed
• Ability to Regularly work 50+ hours a week
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to travel for up to 6 weeks at a time
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds regularly
• Ability to work in inclement weather

• High School Diploma
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30, NFPA 70E, First Aid/CPR, and Tower Rescue certificates preferred
• Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record

• 401 (k) matching
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Parental Leave
• EAP
• Referral Program