100% Travel MCE Wind Technician II North West US

About the role

This is a remote, hourly position requiring 100% travel across the Northwest region. With overtime, travel, and supplemental earnings, MCE Technicians have the potential to earn over $100,000 per year. If you enjoy traveling and want to grow your electrical and mechanical skills while working on exciting projects, join our Travel Repair/MCE Team and help power communities with clean energy.

Responsibilities

• The most critical factor is ensuring safety for everyone involved. This includes Risk Assessment; Identify potential hazards before starting. Protective Measures: Use appropriate gear, follow protocols, and maintain a safe environment. Compliance; Adhere to safety regulations and standards to prevent accidents.
• Perform major component exchanges including gearboxes, generators, and other critical systems. Execute maintenance, minor to medium repairs, design modifications, retrofits, and special projects – all following established procedures.
• Travel extensively to support turbine operations across multiple platforms and site conditions. Collaborate with teams to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality work.
• Conduct safety inspections and ensure a secure working environment.

Requirements

• Prioritize safety above all else. You understand and follow established safety protocols, proactively identify potential hazards, and take immediate action to prevent incidents. Your commitment ensures a secure environment for yourself, your team, and the community.
• Preferred wind turbine experience with hands-on MCE work. Minimum one year of wind technician experience, or six months wind technician experience with a Wind Technician certificate/education, or 2 years of transferrable mechanical, electrical, and/or hydraulic experience.
• Proven expertise in troubleshooting and executing major repairs on various platforms. Comfortable with 100% travel and working in varied site conditions. A collaborative technician who thrives on solving complex challenges.
• Physically fit, comfortable working in various conditions, and at heights. Ability to speak, read and follow instructions in English. You have a high school diploma (or equivalent), a valid driver’s license, and are legally authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Training & Equipment: Vestas invests in your growth, providing access to comprehensive training programs and certifications like GWO Safety & Technical Training. You’ll also receive all necessary PPE and equipment to perform safely.

Benefits & Career Growth

• We believe that when you thrive, we all thrive. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package. By joining our community, you take part in an international company that focuses on your safety, support, and growth, and we pledge to be with you at every turn.
• We’re proud to offer: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family. Paid time off, holidays, and parental leave. Opportunities for career progression and pay-for-certification growth. 401(k) with company match, life insurance, and disability coverage.

Pay

We offer attractive pay packages, performance bonuses, and opportunities to support your professional development. The base pay salary range for this position is $27.43-$41.65/hr., with potential for additional variable compensation. Pay will be determined based on experience and qualifications depending on level. We are offering a $2,500 USD sign-on bonus.

Schedule

Due to design parameters of fall protection equipment, the combined weight of prospective employee, required PPE and gear shall not exceed 300 lbs. Required PPE and gear may weigh up to 40 lbs.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time. Hearing ability to use telephones, close range radios or related device. Visual acuity including depth perception, field of vision and the ability to distinguish between colors. Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl as needed, as well as hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity. Ability to climb stairs & vertical ladders to heights of 60 to 100 meters and at times supervise work in confined space environments. Ability to lift, push, pull, carry items up to, but not more than 50 lbs. in weight. Ability to observe training and obtain certification in required safety programs that include LOTO, Electrical Qualification, Fall Arrest & High Angle Rescue & Emergency Decent, and Confined Space. Ability to successfully participate in all training courses, including controlled decent practical exercises.

DEIB Statement

At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry".

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