Vestas
Manufactures, installs and services wind turbines worldwide, driving renewable energy projects.
Maintain and repair wind turbines, ensuring safe, reliable energy production.
1 days ago
Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Westboro, Missouri, United States
Field
Company Size
35,100 Employees
Service Specialisms
Wind turbine manufacturing
Installation services
Operations & Maintenance
Project development
Commissioning
Active Output Management
Technical training
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Wind
Industrial
Infrastructure
Utilities
Solar
Government
Water Resources
Role
Description
turbine maintenance
safety inspections
performance optimization
process documentation
time coding
troubleshooting
As a Wind Site Technician you will ensure smooth operation of wind turbines by performing maintenance, troubleshooting and resolving system issues. Your efforts keep local communities powered with clean energy, regardless of your prior background in wind, electrical, mechanical or heavy‑machinery sectors.
- Maintain and repair wind turbines with your team to keep communities powered.
- Adhere to safety protocols and perform safety inspections.
- Collaborate with your team to improve turbine performance and share best practices.
- Document your work and continuously improve operational processes.
- Accurately time code all work activities to support clear tracking of task duration, progress, and operational efficiency.
Requirements
wind technician
problem solving
safety‑conscious
teamwork
physically fit
safety certifications
- Minimum 6 months with a Wind Technician certificate, or 1 year wind turbine experience, or 2 years in mechanical/electrical fields.
- Strong problem‑solving abilities and an engaged approach.
- Safety‑conscious and committed to best practices.
- Able to work well with others and enjoy collaborative environments.
- Physically fit, comfortable working in various conditions and at heights.
- Ability to read, speak, and follow instructions in English.
- High school diploma (or equivalent), valid driver’s license, and legal authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
- Established safety culture and inclusive, collaborative workplace.
- Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods.
- Hearing ability to use telephones, close‑range radios, or related devices.
- Visual acuity including depth perception, field of vision, and color discrimination.
- Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, with hand‑eye coordination and manual dexterity.
- Ability to climb stairs & vertical ladders to heights of 60–100 meters and supervise work in confined spaces.
- Ability to lift, push, pull, carry items up to 50 lb.
- Ability to obtain certification in required safety programs (LOTO, Electrical Qualification, Fall Arrest, High Angle Rescue, Emergency Descent, Confined Space).
- Ability to successfully participate in all training courses, including controlled descent practical exercises.
Benefits
Vestas invests in your growth by providing comprehensive training programs and certifications such as GWO Safety & Technical Training. You will also receive all required personal protective equipment and tools to work safely on turbine sites.
We offer competitive pay packages, performance bonuses and pay‑for‑certification growth, with compensation determined by experience and qualifications. Opportunities for career progression and professional development are built into our global organization.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
- Paid time off, holidays, and parental leave.
- Career progression opportunities and pay‑for‑certification growth.
- 401(k) with company match, life insurance, and disability coverage.
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
- no visa sponsorship; candidates must be legally authorized to work in the u.s.
Security clearance
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Company
Overview
€17 B Revenue
Revenue
Reported in 2024, reflecting financial stability.
€494 M Net Income
Net Income
Achieved in 2024, marking a significant profit.
177 GW Capacity
Installed Capacity
Total wind energy infrastructure across multiple countries.
88 Countries
Global Presence
Shows extensive international reach in energy solutions.
- 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.
Culture + Values
- Simplicity
- Collaboration
- Accountability
- Passion
- Never compromise on safety
- Follow our Code of Conduct
- Take an outside‑in customer perspective
- Adjust quickly and simplify how we work
- Drive continuous improvement with long‑term focus
- Make goals and objectives clear and give teams freedom to execute
- Win and lose together; pick best team for the job
- Act with integrity & respect; lead by example
- Proactively share information; communicate with clarity, conviction, impact
- Value different perspectives; build high‑performing teams
- Listen first, learn, foster feedback culture
- Acknowledge responsibilities and decisions; hold each other accountable
- Understand what’s best for all of Vestas
- Have the courage to speak up
- Keep commitments—view them as promises
- Be proud of shared purpose to make the planet better
- Seek to make work and impact as sustainable as possible
- Have courage to think differently and seek understanding
- Inspire colleagues and enable smart decisions
- Show perseverance and determination even when facing adversity
Environment + Sustainability
88% corporate cars now EVs
Sustainable transportation transition
88% of corporate benefit cars have been transitioned to electric vehicles or plug-in hybrids, with 465 sustainably-fuelled service vehicles added in 2023.
239M tonnes GHG prevented annually
Emission reduction impact
Installed turbines prevent 239 million tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions per year, with turbines emitting only 2% of the emissions they avoid over their lifecycle.
55% carbon reduction by 2025
Carbon footprint reduction target
A 55% reduction in combined Scope 1 and Scope 2 carbon footprint by 2025, aligning with SBTi validated targets.
66% emissions reduction in steel
Sustainable steel production
Partnership with ArcelorMittal reduces tower steel emissions by up to 66% using low-emission steel produced with scrap steel in electric-arc furnaces powered by wind.
- Carbon neutrality in own operations by 2030 without carbon offsets
- Zero-waste wind turbines by 2040 (eliminate non-recyclable waste)
- 100% renewable electricity for factories and offices since 2013
- Factories use renewable heating; service fleet transitioning to eco-friendly options including hydrogen vessel from 2025
- All future joint offshore projects will use ≥25% low-carbon steel towers and recycled-material blades
- Scope 1 and 2 SBTi-validated targets set in August 2020; own operations carbon footprint reduced 55% by 2025 target, 100% by 2030
- SBTi-aligned supply-chain decarbonisation of 45% per MWh by 2030
- Committed to embedding sustainability in governance and all business activities
Inclusion & Diversity
88+ Nationalities
Global Workforce Representation
Reflects the diversity of the company's employees in 2024.
41% Employees Covered
Union or Collective Bargaining
Percentage of employees covered by union agreements in applicable regions during 2024.
19% Female Leadership
Women in Senior Positions
Current representation of women in leadership roles.
25% Leadership by 2025
Gender Targets: 30% by 2030
Ambitious goals to increase female representation in leadership over the next decade.
- DEIB mission: guarantee equal opportunities and fair treatment regardless of background
- Actions launched: external pay-structure audit (gender, nationality, age); recruitment process review; embedding DEI in talent and leadership programmes
- Belief: diversity brings strength and innovation (“Diversity is our wind, and inclusion, our turbine…”)
- First DEI goals formalised in sustainability strategy in 2020