Uptower Repair Technician
$63,357–$77,376 year
RemoteUnited States
United StatesRemoteFull Time$63,357–$77,376 yearEnterprise
Full TimeEnterprise
Job Summary
Complete maintenance and large component replacement, troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical repairs on variable pitch turbines, and oversee contractors across the United States. Participate in pre-job meetings to discuss lift plans, LOTO, weather, and hazards, then document all work using computer-based reporting. Coordinate labor and materials for site preparation with minimal supervision while communicating status to engineering and customers. Maintain safety, quality, and execution standards while advancing Up Tower Qualifications through required training.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma / GED
- Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Wind Turbine Technician
- Completion of Certificate / Associates / Bachelors Degree in a relative field, including, but not limited to: electrical, mechanical, Renewable Energy
- Minimum of 2 years of related experience in electrical, mechanical, hydraulics, REN energy or similar field
- Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally 90% of the time
- Ability and willingness to possess and maintain a valid driver's license
- Ability and willingness to handle repetitive weight - 50 lbs
- Ability and willingness to climb towers up to 300 feet
- Ability and willingness to work in all weather conditions
- Ability to meet specific OSHA weight limits of 250 to 300lbs max
- Ability to read and understand electrical schematic drawings
- Ability and willingness to read, interpret technical manuals, procedures, and regulations
- Ability to write reports, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure
- Ability and willingness to work in range of environments to include but not limited to industrial facilities, manufacturing facilities, and power industry facilities
- Ability and willingness to be available for rotation shift schedules 24 hours, seven days a week
- Ability and willingness to take initiative, and work without direct supervision
- Electrical, mechanical, and/or hydraulic experience
- Experience using hydraulic power tools
- Experience with heavy equipment required for facility maintenance with a working knowledge of crane and rigging requirements
- Wind turbine experience
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in a Technical, Electrical, or Electronics field from an accredited college or university
- Technical Certification in Wind Energy or Electrical / Electronic field
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