Wind Turbine Technician - Tech One Program

Wind Turbine Technician - Tech One Program

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The #1 Wind Technician Development Program (TOP) is a structured career development program for entry-level wind technicians, built in partnership between industry leaders, Sky Climber Renewables and Vestas Americas.

TOP Wind Service Technicians receive exclusive wind safety and technical training accredited through the Global Wind Organization (GWO). They primarily work at a wind site location near home on a service team to achieve safe and efficient wind turbine maintenance. Reports directly to the Program Manager and Site Manager, and indirectly to the Lead Technician when on a job. Responsibilities include performing all preventive, scheduled, and unscheduled maintenance on wind turbine generator equipment in a safe and efficient manner, maintaining and repairing machinery or components used mainly in power generation applications, turbines, and generators as directed.

They are not certified to perform work inside any Cabinet/Controller without direct supervision by a certified Electrical Technician. Additional duties may be assigned.

• Equipment, tools, and uniform(s) provided
• Per Diem and travel incentives
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Matched 401k - 100% vested
• Advanced training provided
• Career advancement
• Opportunity for exposure to multiple services

Sky Climber Renewables, an independent wind field services organization focused on utility scale wind power generation, has built an organization of more than 750 field technicians to deliver safe, reliable, and qualified services. As a global brand, we celebrate diversity and strive to create an inclusive culture.

Sky Climber Renewables is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetic information, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Vestas designs, manufactures, installs, and services wind turbines worldwide. With over 136 GW of wind turbines in 84 countries, Vestas maintains more wind power than any other company and promotes a diverse workforce.

• Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
• High School Diploma / GED and Associate Degree in a Technical Mechanical or Wind Energy discipline from an accredited college or wind technical school OR equivalent work experience in mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic industries
• Requires completion of Basic Safety Training (e.g., First Aid, CPR, Fall Protection), Tower Safety Training, Technical Training (Mech., Elec., Hydraulic), LOTO Training, and other required training
• Pass Background Check and Drug Screening

• Passion for safety and service excellence
• Strong mechanical and electrical background preferred
• Ability to read, write and understand English
• Ability to read and understand basic diagrams and wiring schematics
• Ability to operate in MS Office Application Suite
• Ability and willingness to take initiative and work without direct supervision
• Ability to adapt quickly to a dynamic environment
• Effective communicator—works well in teams
• Ability to follow instructions
• Strong organizational skills
• Willingness to learn

• Must climb a 300-foot wind tower multiple times per day
• Must walk across the hub and, in the event of an emergency, repel off
• Must be comfortable working at heights of up to 300+ feet
• Must meet specific weight requirements of tower ladders under OSHA and/or industry standards of 250 to 300 lbs. max, including personal protective equipment (approx. 30-35 lbs)
• Must be comfortable working in confined spaces
• Must be able to see and move throughout the site to resolve work problems; repetitive motions may be involved
• Occasional kneeling and squatting
• Frequent climbing, walking, standing, and bending
• Ability and willingness to handle repetitive weight up to 50 lbs
• Successful completion of climb test(s)…