Vestas Certified Wind Turbine Service Technician

Location : 100% travel throughout the USA on an 8 week on / 2 week off rotation

Job Type : Regular Full-time or Contract positions available

Job Responsibilities :

Travel extensively to perform scheduled and unscheduled wind turbine maintenance

Lead and mentor wind technicians during troubleshooting, repairs, and service operations

Perform electrical and mechanical tasks, including :

Torquing, tensioning, greasing, and filter changes

Hydraulic and electrical component maintenance

Major component exchanges (MCEs)

Alignments using mechanical or laser tools

Use of borescopes for inspections

Charging accumulators and using amp clamps

Perform LOTO procedures on all energy sources; conduct HV switching operations

Read and interpret electrical / hydraulic schematics and one-line diagrams

Terminate wires based on schematics and identify motors, generators, and other components

Use diagnostic tools and support site punch-list closeouts

Develop work instructions and safety documentation

Maintain accurate records and report all safety or technical issues promptly

Must meet the following requirements, have or obtain the listed required certifications and training (may be provided) including, but not limited to :

Must have 3+ years of successful service and troubleshooting experience on Wind Turbines (Vestas platforms preferred)

Valid passport preferred

Ability to work an 8-week on, 1 week off rotation

Physically able to safely climb wind turbines up to 120m+ (400+ feet), stand, stoop, walk, crawl, crouch, lift up to 75 lbs. and generally meet the physical demands of the position.

Must have strong experience doing torquing and tensioning

Must have strong experience using a grease gun, doing filter changes

Valid and current driver's license with a satisfactory driving record (satisfactory MVR is required)

Must be 21 years of age to be able to drive a company vehicle

Must be able to proficiently read, write and speak English

Satisfactory criminal background check

The following certifications or will train :

GWO BST (Basic Safety Training) - fire awareness, working at heights, manual handling, first aid

GWO BTT (Basic Technical Training) - electrical, hydraulic, mechanical

OSHA 10 General Industry

Crane, Chain Hoist and Rigging Safety Training

NFPA 70E Arc-Flash Awareness

Prefer training or experience with Touchscreen Controller Hand Terminals