Traveling Wind Field Service Technician (3 weeks on / 1 week off)

Description

We’re hiring Traveling Wind Field Service Technicians who want to turn adventure into a career. This isn’t your average 9–5— it’s a 3 weeks on, 1 week off role where you’ll see new places, work with great people, and keep America’s wind turbines turning.

You’ll earn a competitive hourly rate, daily per diem, and plenty of overtime pay while traveling. To succeed here, you’ve got to love the idea of life on the road and be ready to roll up your sleeves.

If you’re mechanically inclined, safety-focused, and up for long drives, big skies, and even bigger opportunities, join IPS and let the wind take your career further.

Willingness to travel extensively (including weekends) and work overtime to meet business goals is a must.

Responsibilities & Expectations :

Wind Field Service Technicians perform wind turbine and factory generator and motor repair and testing, including bearing replacement, grease application, slip ring and grounding ring maintenance, up-tower winding repair, machining, and electrical lead cable replacements. While training is available, a mechanical background (e.g., auto, diesel, industrial, aviation, welding, electrical, electromechanical, machining) is highly preferred and can lead to advancement opportunities.

The skills Wind Field Service Technician we are looking for will be responsible for servicing, diagnosing, and repairing generators and generator components up tower. Our ideal candidate is highly skilled in repairs and dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service. This role offers the chance to enhance your professional growth in a rapidly growing industry. Responsibilities include but are not limited to :

• Perform maintenance tasks on wind generators, such as bearing replacements, and addressing slip ring and grounding ring issues
• Conduct up tower winding repairs, measurements of critical dimensions, and up tower machining
• Demonstrate integrity, initiative, and unwavering commitment to safety and quality
• Assist in the disassembly and installation of electric motors and generators on-site
• Safely lift, tighten, adjust, and secure heavy objects to facilitate work duties
• Execute intermediate-level maintenance and troubleshooting tasks for wind turbines
• Collect and accurately document information on turbine performance and issues
• Diagnose routine problems, provide recommendations, and implement solutions
• Follow structured troubleshooting processes and effectively use diagnostic tools
• Proficiently utilize specialized tools and equipment, accurately documenting tasks, and data
• Seek assistance for complex issues beyond personal expertise
• Work independently with limited supervision, following instructions and maintenance schedules
• Adhere to safety standards, identify potential gaps and risks, and implement effective mitigation measures
• Excel in a fast-paced environment, adhering to standardized work procedures and applying strong analytical problem-solving skills within a continuous improvement framework
• Assist in on-site inspections, testing, and reconditioning of electric motors and generators as directed by the Lead Technician

Qualifications and Competencies :

Physical Requirements :

You’ll thrive at IPS if you…

Who We Are :

At Integrated Power Services (IPS), we're committed to empowering you to make a meaningful impact. As the industry's leading and fastest-growing service provider, IPS offers single-source electromechanical and power management solutions to enhance the reliability of critical infrastructure across North America and the United Kingdom. We serve over 30,000 essential customer locations, from renewable energy pioneers to hospitals, manufacturers, and municipalities, helping them avoid costly downtime and ensure mission-critical operations.

When you join IPS, you're joining a team that's revolutionizing equipment and process reliability across diverse sectors, from power generation to petrochemicals, and beyond. You'll learn from industry experts, grow alongside a talented workforce, and be part of a company that is built on the Shared Values of Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, Accountability, Customer Focus, and Entrepreneurial Spirit.

Benefits :

Pay Rate Details :  $25-$35+ per hour plus per diem

IPS is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or veteran status.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background and driving record investigation. As a federal contractor, our company is committed to maintaining a safe and drug-free workplace. Candidates for this position are required to complete a pre-employment drug screen successfully. The drug screening process will include testing for substances that may impair one's ability to perform the job safely and effectively.

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