Wind Farm Technician II
Listed on 2026-09-05
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Energy/Power Generation
Wind Energy, Renewable Energy, Field/Service Technician, Electricity Generation
RWE Americas, LLC
To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent
Functional area: Operations & Maintenance
Remuneration: Non-Exempt
As a Wind Farm Technician II, this role supports the safe and reliable operation and maintenance of one or more wind farms and related renewable energy facilities to ensure maximum asset availability and performance in alignment with RWEA Operations' mission. This role independently performs scheduled and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and system testing across wind, solar, and battery energy storage system (BESS) assets while adhering to site-specific policies, Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) requirements, and applicable regulations.
This role diagnoses and resolves moderate technical issues, escalating complex problems when necessary. It contributes technical input to maintenance planning and continuous improvement initiatives, maintains accurate service documentation within the digital maintenance management system, supports plant tool and equipment readiness, and provides mentorship to Trainee and Associate Technicians while promoting a strong safety culture and team environment.
Role Responsibilities- Performs safe and compliant operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of wind, solar, and battery energy storage system (BESS) assets, including turbines and Balance of Plant (BoP) equipment, in accordance with all site-specific policies, procedures, and Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) requirements
- Conducts scheduled services, major component replacements, corrective repairs, and system testing for mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems
- Independently diagnoses and resolves moderate technical issues, escalating complex problems as needed, provide technical input for maintenance planning, and support root cause analysis (RCA) for recurring issues
- Accurately documents maintenance activities and equipment performance in the digital maintenance management system
- Ensures compliance with local regulations, industry standards, and workplace policies
- Supports continuous improvement initiatives and site operational objectives to enhance system performance and reliability
- Mentors and guides Trainee and Associate Technicians, contributing to team knowledge and safety
- Collaborates with team members and maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
- Performs additional duties as assigned by management consistent with the Technician II role
- Serves in an on-call capacity as assigned, maintaining continuous availability via mobile phone, responding to management or dispatch communications within 30 minutes, reporting to the work site within 2 hours when required, and remaining fit for duty at all times during on-call periods
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Associate’s degree or equivalent certification in renewable energy technology or electrical systems is a plus
- Minimum 3 years of relevant hands-on technical experience in renewable energy, power generation, heavy industrial maintenance, or a closely related field
- Vestas Wind Turbine Experience preferred
- Unrestricted driver’s license
- Must live within 1 hour drive time to site
- Solar or battery energy storage system (BESS) maintenance experience
- Military experience in a technical field such as electrical, electronics, or mechanical systems
- Industrial electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, or power systems maintenance experience
- Possession of a current Journeyman or Master Electrician license
- Wind Technician certification or other industry-recognized credentials (in combination with hands-on field experience)
- Proficient in following and creating standard work instructions, completing tasks independently or as part of an installation and maintenance team with minimal supervision
- Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, manage multiple tasks, and adapt to changing priorities
- Willingness to travel between sites and support cross-training in wind, solar, and battery energy storage systems (BESS)
- Solid knowledge and practical experience with the use of hand and power tools, basic rigging, and signaling operations
- Advanced ability to troubleshoot and repair…
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