Field Robotics Operator US
About The Position
AERONES is hiring Field Robotics Operators to join its U.S. Operations Team. This full-time role combines operating robotic systems and drones for wind turbine cleaning, inspection, and repair with hands-on wind turbine field technician work. Operators travel to wind farms across the United States and perform on-site work in industrial environments, including work at height. Travel and lodging are paid by the company, and employees receive per diem for meals and incidental expenses during field assignments. Paid training, certifications, and required equipment are provided to qualified new hires. Base hourly pay is $17–$22, with performance bonuses of $35–$40 per completed turbine. Estimated earnings and annual earning potential vary by technician level, hours, project schedule, productivity, and turbines completed.
Requirements
- Experience working in physically demanding environments.
- Ability to safely perform hands-on field work in challenging industrial conditions.
- Valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
- Willingness and ability to undergo a background check, drug screen, and medical physical check.
- Ability to climb wind turbines vertically, including heights of 400 feet or more.
- Ability to work in confined spaces and at heights for extended periods.
- Ability to lift and move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, wind, and dust.
- Physical fitness for field work and emergency rescue scenarios.
- Ability to meet the physical requirements and safely use required PPE within manufacturer guidelines.
- Ability to safely perform essential job functions without impairment that could compromise safety, judgment, alertness, coordination, or operational performance.
- Compliance with company, client, OSHA, and site-specific drug and alcohol policies, including pre-employment, random, and post-incident testing requirements.
Nice To Haves
- Prior military service.
- GWO Basic Technical Training (BTT).
- GWO Sea Survival.
- Experience with GE, Vestas, Siemens Gamesa, or Nordex turbine operations and LOTO.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and operate robotic systems used for wind turbine cleaning, inspection, and repair.
- Perform routine turbine inspections to support optimal performance and compliance with safety standards.
- Conduct preventative maintenance on wind turbines and associated systems to reduce downtime and maximize energy production.
- Diagnose and resolve technical issues using diagnostic tools and technology.
- Report and document completed work, including identified issues, repairs, and maintenance performed.
- Manage, maintain custody of, and upload data to company servers.
- Report completed tasks, analyze applicable data, and inform relevant departments of safety and quality risks as required.
- Follow company, client, OSHA, site-specific, and industry safety protocols and standards.
Benefits
- Medical insurance, 80% employer-paid.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Term life insurance.
- Paid time off.
- Holiday pay.
- Paid training and certifications, including OSHA 10, NFPA 70E, GWO Basic Safety Training (BST), GWO Advanced Rescue Training (ART), confined space training, and self-rescue line training.
- Required training, certifications, and necessary equipment provided for qualified new hires.
- Travel and lodging fully paid by the company.
- Per diem for meals and incidental expenses during field assignments.
- Performance bonuses for completed wind turbines.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
