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Vestas Wind Technician II

Full-time

Midland Wind Farm  Kewanee, IL

Offering $2,500 GWO Sign On Bonus - Details below  

At Vestas, we’re not just offering you a job, but an opportunity to elevate your career. If you’re equipped with Basic Safety Training (BST), Basic Technical Training (BTT), and Advanced Rescue Training (ART) certifications from the Global Wind Organization (GWO), consider yourself already one step ahead! To show our appreciation for the of expertise you bring along, we’re excited to offer a $2,500 USD / $3,300 CAD sign-on bonus.

*Eligibility requirements apply speak with a Vestas representative for more details

WHO WE ARE 

At Vestas, we live our company values of Accountability, Collaboration, Simplicity and Passion. In an innovative and evolving industry, we change quickly to meet the needs of our customers. Our motivation is to preserve the environment through sustainable energy solutions. If this aligns with your values and enthusiasm, we want to hear from you! 

 A DAY IN THE LIFE 

In this position you’ll use your skills and experience to perform scheduled service, fault analysis/troubleshooting, and potential main component, or blade work on wind turbines. During a typical day, you will work at heights and in confined spaces, while being exposed to the elements of weather. At this site near Fowler, IN. You will typically have shifts 5 days a week at 8 hours a day, with overtime available. You have available on-call as well. There is a long contract for this site with opportunity to grow and move up in our technician levels. The team here normally works in teams of 2-3 and typically will climb 1-2 turbines a day. Travel in this role on average up to 10 % a year due to assisting other sites as business needs require. There are PLENTY of opportunities to grow with Vestas here!

MORE ABOUT YOU 

✓ You will need a safety-focused mindset  

✓ Your positive attitude will contribute to your ability to work in a team environment, while being motivated and taking initiative in daily tasks

✓ You can identify solutions to issues with process of elimination

✓ You will bring 2-3 years of experience in transferrable mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical work; wind experience is a plus, as well as a wind certificate 

WHAT YOU’LL RECEIVE 

We offer an attractive salary and one of the most comprehensive benefits plans in the industry, including:
✓ Benefits coverage within your first month
✓ State-of-the-art Training Program

✓ Paid Time Off (PTO), 3 weeks accrued 

✓ Excellent 401(k) plan 

✓ Global bonus

Target Pay Range: 

$25.00 to $29+ 

It is the policy of Vestas to afford equal employment opportunity without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, or national origin, and to afford equal opportunity to veterans and individuals with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, provincial, or local law. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative within the People & Culture department.