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The Wind Turbine Repair Travel Tech II position is a traveling role that will be based in and around your geographical area, with opportunities across the North/West US, as well as Canada. The role involves performing major repairs and component changeouts on various O&M platforms. There is growth potential within this newer department at Vestas. The position requires 100% travel and the ability to work overtime and variable schedules as needed. The salary range for this position is $24.50 to $30 per hour.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform intermediate level wind turbine maintenance and installation tasks, including the use of specialized calibration, hydraulic, and power tools.
• Document tasks and enter data into the company system (e.g., SAP).
• Serve as a safety role model, encouraging safe practices and intervening in unsafe situations.
• Identify safety risks and gaps, implement risk mitigation, and provide recommendations to higher-level technical staff and management.
• Troubleshoot turbine performance issues and perform diagnostic tasks, seeking assistance when needed.
• Follow structured problem-solving processes and execute work tasks with limited supervision.
• Promote teamwork, assist teammates, mentor lower-level technical staff, and support change initiatives.
• Interface with customers and respond to inquiries, referring complex matters to higher-level staff.

Required Experience:

• Preferred: 1-2 years of wind industry experience, including electrical experience and the ability to read electrical drawings.
• Demonstrated intermediate working knowledge of industrial safety practices (e.g., Confined Space, energy isolation).
• Ability to complete detailed component inspections and report findings.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain a passport.
• Strong attention to detail, interpersonal and customer relations skills.
• Basic computer operation skills, familiarity with internet-based programs, and the ability to generate and interpret computer data.

Required Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred: Post high school education (e.g., wind school, trade school, college).

Work Environment:

• Ability to climb stairs and ladders up to 125 meters in height.
• Ability to lift, push/pull, carry items up to 50 lbs.
• Capable of standing, stooping, kneeling, and bending for extended periods.
• Ability to grip and manipulate items, including tools and turbine parts.
• Comfortable working in confined spaces and at heights over 100 meters.
• Ability to work in demanding physical and inclement weather conditions.
• Comfortable working remotely with limited supervision.

Location of This Position:

This is a traveling position based in and around your geographical area. Travel locations include the following U.S. states: WA, OR, ID, MT, WY, CO, UT, ND, SD, MN, and potentially Canada.

About the Company:

Vestas is a global leader in wind energy solutions. The company is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Vestas offers an attractive salary and one of the most comprehensive benefits plans in the industry, including healthcare, dental, vision, 6 weeks' vacation, paid travel home 7 times a year, generous 401(k) plan, tuition assistance, daily per diem, company car, and credit card. Vestas matches 100% of 401(k) contributions up to 6%. The company is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all, including veterans and individuals with disabilities