Job Description
The Wind Turbine Technician II position offers a $2,500 sign-on bonus. The role involves working at heights and in confined spaces, with exposure to various weather conditions. This position requires a safety-focused mindset, a positive attitude, and relevant experience in wind turbine or applicable mechanical, hydraulic, electrical troubleshooting, or agricultural fields. The role typically requires working 5 days a week, 8-10 hours a day, with up to 33% travel per year, including initial travel for training.
Primary Responsibilities
- Perform major corrective maintenance on a variety of wind turbine platforms/brands
- Work at heights and in confined spaces
- Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues
- Contribute to a positive team environment, taking initiative in daily tasks
- Travel to other site locations for training (up to 33% annually)
Required Experience
- At least 1 year of wind turbine experience or 2-3 years in a relevant field, including mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical troubleshooting
- Experience in agricultural settings is also considered applicable
Required Education
- Basic Safety Training (BST), Basic Technical Training (BTT), and Advanced Rescue Training (ART) certifications from the Global Wind Organization (GWO)
Location of This Position
Sheffield, IL, US
About the Company
At Vestas, we live by our core values of Accountability, Collaboration, Simplicity, and Passion. We aim to preserve the environment through sustainable energy solutions and adapt quickly to meet customer needs in a fast-evolving industry. If these values resonate with you, we want you to be part of our team.