Wind Turbine Technician -Onshore/Offshore -US

Are you a U.S. citizen or hold valid work authorization and reside in the United States? Are you eager to elevate your career to new heights?

Job Description Summary: A traveling wind turbine technician will work nationwide alongside a team of well-trained professionals to maintain facilities surrounding wind turbines and maintain the turbines themselves. A part of this role will include basic cleaning and maintenance on the site surrounding the wind turbines. Therefore a high level of attention to safety regulations and the industry is important for overall safety on the job.

Position Summary:

• Build and install wind turbines per standard operating procedures

• Commission and/or trouble shoot wind turbines

• Perform maintenance work such as repower, torque/tension, cleaning

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Read and understand mechanical drawings; able to follow and amend standard work procedures for turbine installation

• Execution of required WTG work (preassembly, installation, service & maintenance, etc.)

• Practical knowledge required in mechanics (gears, bearings, pulleys, belts, etc.), pneumatics and hydraulics in order to effectively troubleshoot equipment problems in a timely manner with minimal supervision.

• Proficient operation and use of tools (power, hydraulic, diagnostic and specialized)

• Perform all work following GWS safety protocols and procedures and wearing appropriate PPE

• Attending site induction and other requested site meetings held by the client or GWS

• Work according to the safety regulations

• Reporting all near-miss accidents, incidents, and accidents immediately to the Site Manager

• Participating in training and education, as required by the Site Manager or the client

• Use all working equipment and tools in a safe and responsible manner

• Perform required maintenance of all tools and equipment on site

• Keep work place neat and orderly to prevent accidents and inefficiencies

• Meet weekly reporting deadlines of work hours, work progress reports and travel reports

• Flexibility to travel extensively and work in varying and adverse weather conditions

• Flexibility to work overtime hours on weekly basis including nights and weekends

• MUST HAVE RELIABLE TRANSPORTATION. 

Requirements include:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• 1+ years Experience working in the field as a WTG technician

• Mechanical/technical/electrical education

• You have experience in Pre-Installation and Installation

• Ability to climb towers, up to 400 ft., on a daily basis

• You are cooperative, communicative, open-minded and flexible – with respect for others and other cultures

• Capable of working at remote sites in adverse weather conditions

• Work with diverse group of individuals

• Ability and willingness to travel and work domestically and internationally as required

• Ability and confidence to work at height (includes physical fitness to climb)

• Professional with a high emphasis on Quality and Safety

• Valid GWO training and OGUK Medical Fitness certificate

Working Conditions and Environment

• Must be able to work independently.

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

• Must be a citizen of this country or possess valid US work authorization and reside in the United States.