Wind Turbine Technician - US

Global Wind Service • Full-time • Carrollton, Texas, United States • $50k - $80k / year • 3m ago

Are you a U.S. citizen or hold valid work authorization and reside in the United States? Are you eager to elevate your career to new heights?

Job Description Summary: A traveling wind turbine technician will work nationwide alongside a team of well-trained professionals to maintain facilities surrounding wind turbines and maintain the turbines themselves. A part of this role will include basic cleaning and maintenance on the site surrounding the wind turbines. Therefore a high level of attention to safety regulations and the industry is important for overall safety on the job.

Position Summary:

Build and install wind turbines per standard operating procedures
Commission and/or trouble shoot wind turbines
Perform maintenance work such as repower, torque/tension, cleaning

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Read and understand mechanical drawings; able to follow and amend standard work procedures for turbine installation
Execution of required WTG work (preassembly, installation, service & maintenance, etc.)
Practical knowledge required in mechanics (gears, bearings, pulleys, belts, etc.), pneumatics and hydraulics in order to effectively troubleshoot equipment problems in a timely manner with minimal supervision.
Proficient operation and use of tools (power, hydraulic, diagnostic and specialized)
Perform all work following GWS safety protocols and procedures and wearing appropriate PPE
Attending site induction and other requested site meetings held by the client or GWS
Work according to the safety regulations
Reporting all near-miss accidents, incidents, and accidents immediately to the Site Manager
Participating in training and education, as required by the Site Manager or the client
Use all working equipment and tools in a safe and responsible manner
Perform required maintenance of all tools and equipment on site
Keep work place neat and orderly to prevent accidents and inefficiencies
Meet weekly reporting deadlines of work hours, work progress reports and travel reports
Flexibility to travel extensively and work in varying and adverse weather conditions
Flexibility to work overtime hours on weekly basis including nights and weekends

Requirements include:

High School Diploma or equivalent
1+ years Experience working in the field as a WTG technician
Mechanical/technical/electrical education
You have experience in Pre-Installation and Installation
Ability to climb towers, up to 400 ft., on a daily basis
You are cooperative, communicative, open-minded and flexible - with respect for others and other cultures
Capable of working at remote sites in adverse weather conditions
Work with diverse group of individuals
Ability and willingness to travel and work domestically and internationally as required
Ability and confidence to work at height (includes physical fitness to climb)
Professional with a high emphasis on Quality and Safety
Valid GWO training and OGUK Medical Fitness certificate

Working Conditions and Environment

Must be able to work independently.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Must be a citizen of this country or possess valid US work authorization and reside in the United States.