Wind Turbine Technician - Tech One Program

Sky Climber Renewables • DeLand, FL

10d

About The Position

The Tech One Program (TOP) is a structured career development program for entry-level wind technicians, created through a partnership between Sky Climber Renewables and Vestas Americas. TOP Wind Service Technicians receive exclusive safety and technical training accredited through the Global Wind Organization (GWO). Technicians primarily work at a wind site near home as part of a service team, helping ensure safe and efficient wind turbine maintenance.

This full-time, paid employment opportunity provides training upon hire in basic safety, tower safety, and mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems. Technicians perform preventive, scheduled, and unscheduled maintenance on wind turbine generator equipment, including machinery and components used in power generation. Work inside any cabinet or controller may not be performed without direct supervision from a certified Electrical Technician.

The position reports directly to the Program Manager and Site Manager, and indirectly to the Lead Technician during assignments. Additional duties may be assigned to support customer needs and Sky Climber’s mission, values, and long-term vision.

Requirements

• Be legally authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship is not provided.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass a motor vehicle record check.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English.
• Successful completion of a climb preview before hire.
• Ability to climb a 300+ ft. wind tower multiple times per day and work comfortably at height.
• Ability to walk across the hub and, in an emergency, rappel off.
• Comfort working in confined spaces.
• Ability to frequently climb, walk, stand, and bend.
• Ability and willingness to repeatedly handle up to 50 lbs.
• Combined employee, required PPE, and gear weight must not exceed 300 lbs due to fall protection design parameters; PPE and gear may weigh up to 40 lbs.
• Ability and willingness to work holidays, weekends, overtime, at heights, and in all weather conditions as field assignments require.
• Ability to possess and maintain a valid driver's license and clear driving record, without suspensions or restrictions, DWI, DWAI, OWI, or OUI.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree in a technical mechanical field, wind energy discipline, or equivalent technical experience.
• Mechanical or electrical background.
• Ability to read and interpret basic diagrams and wiring schematics.

Responsibilities

• Follow all assigned Environmental, Health and Safety procedures.
• Perform basic mechanical installations, maintenance, operations, and upgrades.
• Verify that work is completed in compliance with customer requirements and established work procedures.
• Document work performed, report policy or procedure violations, and submit progress reports.
• Repair or replace parts.
• Know and safely use tools specific to assigned activities.
• Occasionally work independently on a component as part of an equipment maintenance project.
• Dismantle and assemble basic machinery, components, equipment, or tooling.
• Travel as required, up to 25%.
• Work holidays, weekends, and overtime as required by field assignments.
• Work at heights and in all weather conditions.
• Maintain a valid driver's license and clear driving record.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and benefits.
• All training provided upon hire, including basic safety training, tower safety training, and technical training.
• Exclusive safety and technical training accredited through the Global Wind Organization (GWO).

What This Job Offers

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