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Travel Repair Technician II - Mid West US

Vestas

The Role

Overview

Repair wind turbines across the Midwest, traveling to sites, handling maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

  • safety inspections
  • turbine installation
  • problem solving
  • travel management
  • cost coding
  • turbine maintenance

Tasks

-Conduct safety inspections and ensure a secure working environment. -Work on construction and installation projects, overseeing the full life cycle of turbines. -Address advanced problem-solving tasks with effective self-management. -Travel to different sites, work with diverse teams, and engage with varied experiences, including travel management and cost coding. -Diagnose, repair, and maintain wind turbines with your team.

Requirements

  • wind cert
  • high school
  • driver's license
  • loto
  • safety-conscious
  • problem solving

What You Bring

-Ability to speak, read and follow instructions in English. -Physically fit, comfortable working in various conditions, and at heights. -Hearing ability to use telephones, close range radios or related device. -Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time. -You have a high school diploma (or equivalent), a valid driver’s license, and are legally authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for current or future sponsorship. -Ability to successfully participate in all training courses, including controlled decent practical exercises. -At least 6 months with a Wind Technician certificate, or 1 year of wind turbine experience, or 2 years in mechanical or electrical fields. -Visual acuity including depth perception, field of vision and the ability to distinguish between colors. -Ability to observe training and obtain certification in required safety programs that include LOTO, Electrical Qualification, Fall Arrest & High Angle Rescue & Emergency Decent, and Confined Space. -Safety-conscious and committed to best practices. -This role offers exposure to a wide range of turbine platforms, site conditions, and team environments—ideal for technicians who thrive on variety and continuous learning. -Able to work well with others and enjoy collaborative environments. -Highly developed problem-solving abilities and an engaged approach to responsibilities. -Due to design parameters of fall protection equipment, the combined weight of prospective employee, required PPE and gear shall not exceed 300 lbs. Required PPE and gear may weigh up to 40 lbs. -Ability to lift, push, pull, carry items up to, but not more than 50 lbs. in weight. -Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl as needed, as well as hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity. -Ability to climb stairs & vertical ladders to heights of 60 to 100 meters and at times supervise work in confined space environments.

Benefits

-Eligibility requirements apply, speak with a Vestas representative for more details. Bonus would be subject to applicable taxes and withholdings. The details of the sign on bonus, including the amount and payment schedule, will be provided with your offer letter. -Paid time off, holidays, and parental leave. -401(k) with company match, life insurance, and disability coverage. -Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family. -Opportunities for career progression and pay-for-certification growth. -An established safety culture and inclusive, collaborative workplace.

The Company

About Vestas

-Evolved from steel tools to become a global wind turbine pioneer. -Designs, manufactures, sells, installs and maintains wind farms across onshore and offshore projects. -Manufacturing spans dozens of countries, with flagship facilities in Europe, Asia, and the U.S. -Known for landmark projects like Europe’s oldest offshore wind farm and turbine prototypes. -Specialises in wind energy infrastructure, from regional turbines to service hub networks. -Innovative developments include stealth blades, hybrid quadrotor tests, and tall turbine towers.

Sector Specialisms

Energy

Wind

Industrial

Infrastructure

Utilities

Solar

Government

Water Resources

Commercial

Residential

Transport

Marine

Heavy Civil

Buildings

Visa Sponsorship

-no visa sponsorship; candidates must be authorized to work in the u.s. without sponsorship.