Wind Turbine Technician - Tech One Program

Description

• Follow all assigned Environmental, Health and Safety procedures
• Perform basic mechanical installations, maintenances, operations, and upgrades
• Verify that the work is completed in compliance with customer’s requirements
• Perform work based on established work procedures
• Document all work performed
• Report policy or procedure violation
• Submit progress reports
• Repair or replace parts
• Occasionally work independently on a component as part of an equipment maintenance project
• Dismantle and assemble basic machinery, components, equipment, or tooling

Requirements

TOP Wind Service Technicians receive GWO‑accredited safety and technical training and work primarily at a wind site near their home as part of a service team. They report to the Program Manager and Site Manager, and indirectly to the Lead Technician, performing preventive, scheduled, and unscheduled turbine maintenance safely and efficiently. Technicians handle machinery and components for power generation, but must be supervised by a certified Electrical Technician for work inside any cabinet or controller.

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. Sky Climber does not provide work sponsorships.
• 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 experience
• Basic Safety Training (e.g., First Aid, CPR, Fall Protection)
• Tower Safety Training (e.g., High-angle rescue or wind tower rescue)
• Technical Training (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical, Hydraulic)
• LOTO Training
• Pass Background Check and Drug Screening
• 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 and effectively to a dynamic environment
• Effective communicator – works well in teams
• Ability to follow instructions
• Strong organizational skills
• Candidates must be able to climb a 300 feet wind tower multiple times per day
• Candidates must be able to 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 space(s)
• Must be able to see and move throughout site to resolve work problems and facilitate processes; repetitive motion activities may be involved
• Occasional kneeling and squatting
• Frequent climbing, walking, and standing, and bending
• Ability and willingness to handle repetitive weight up to 50 lbs
• Successful completion of climb test(s) and tower rescue training
• Possess knowledge about specific activity tools and be able to use them safely
• Travel as required (up to 25%)
• Ability and willingness to work holidays, weekends and overtime as required by field assignments
• Ability and willingness to work at heights and in all weather conditions
• Ability to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and clear driving record (e.g., No suspensions or restrictions, DWI, DWAI, OWI, OUI)

Benefits

The Tech One Program (TOP) is the #1 Wind Technician Development Program, offering an exciting career in wind power with local work, a friendly environment, exclusive training, growth opportunities, recognition, and competitive pay and benefits. It is a structured career development program for entry‑level wind technicians, created in partnership between industry leaders Sky Climber Renewables and Vestas Americas.

• 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

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance