Wind Technician

Invenergy • Brownsville, WI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Wind Technician, you will operate and maintain the Forward Wind Energy Center in Brownsville, Wisconsin. The role involves routine mechanical and electrical maintenance, inspection, troubleshooting, repair, and replacement of components on wind turbines and associated equipment. Technicians work a 40-hour week and may be subject to scheduled and unscheduled overtime; schedules vary during peak maintenance periods. This is a safety-sensitive position. Applicants receiving conditional employment offers must undergo drug testing and receive a negative result before beginning work.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of technical experience (mechanical, electrical, etc.) and/or technical education.
• Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather, climb ladders without assistance, and work at heights greater than 80 meters (250 feet).
• Ability to move and manipulate up to 45 kg (100 pounds).
• Weight must not exceed 124 kg (265 pounds), excluding equipment or gear worn when performing job-related tasks.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Eligible to work in the United States without employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• Must pass drug testing with a negative result after receiving a conditional offer of employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine mechanical and electrical maintenance on Siemens Gamesa and GE wind turbines and associated equipment.
• Climb wind turbine towers daily while wearing required safety equipment to inspect, maintain, or repair equipment.
• Understand the electrical and mechanical functions of wind turbine generator components and associated equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical faults, and repair or replace components.
• Maintain company tooling, facilities, and equipment, and keep a clean, safe work environment.
• Work a 40-hour work week and be subject to scheduled and unscheduled overtime; the schedule varies during peak maintenance periods.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Profit sharing
• Paid time off
• Eligibility to participate in bonus program(s), designed to reward individual and company performance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED