About the position
At Vestas, we’re not just offering you a job, but an opportunity to elevate your career. If you’re equipped with Basic Safety Training (BST), Basic Technical Training (BTT), and Advanced Rescue Training (ART) certifications from the Global Wind Organization (GWO), consider yourself already one step ahead! To show our appreciation for the expertise you bring along, we’re excited to offer a $2,500 USD / $3,300 CAD sign-on bonus. In this intermediate-level position, you’ll use your skills and training to perform maintenance and/or installation work on assigned wind turbines under minimal supervision. You will be provided with defined schedules and procedures including safety protocol, verbal/written instructions, but you may provide mentorship to entry-level technicians. During a typical day, you may be working 250+ feet above the ground, or working in small spaces to perform maintenance and repairs. You’ll be outside, and sometimes the weather isn’t great. You’ll be climbing, carrying tools and equipment, and moving parts to complete your work. Teamwork is a priority here, and our reputation for professionalism, safety and attention to detail are important to our customers. We also encourage recommendations to improve the safety and quality of our work.
Responsibilities
- Perform maintenance and/or installation work on assigned wind turbines under minimal supervision.
- Follow defined schedules and procedures including safety protocol and verbal/written instructions.
- Provide mentorship to entry-level technicians.
- Work at heights of 250+ feet and in small spaces to perform maintenance and repairs.
- Collaborate with team members to ensure safety and quality of work.
Requirements
- Basic Safety Training (BST), Basic Technical Training (BTT), and Advanced Rescue Training (ART) certifications from the Global Wind Organization (GWO).
- At least 1 year of wind experience, or 6 months of wind experience with a certificate of completion from a Wind Technician program, or 2 years of electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, composite skills, or heavy machinery experience.
- Safety-focused mindset.
- Positive attitude and ability to work in a team environment.
- Ability to identify solutions to issues with process of elimination.
Benefits
- Great benefits coverage that includes dental and vision.
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policies.
- Excellent 401(k) plan.
- Tuition assistance.
