Experienced MCE Wind Technician

Founded in 1998, Pearce is a leading technology-enabled provider of asset management solutions for mission-critical electromechanical infrastructure throughout North America.

About the role

The Experienced MCE Wind Technician in the Main Component Exchange (MCE) division will support and occasionally supervise field work and on-site work focusing on Safety, Quality, and Efficiency. They will also perform up-tower repairs and diagnostics on medium & major components including Generator Bearings, Generator Slip Rings, Rotor & Stator Cables, Gearbox HSS replacement, HSS bearings, IMS replacement, IMS bearings, Yaw Drive Repair/Exchange, Generator Exchanges & Trunnion Pin Repairs. The position is 100% travel.

Core Responsibilities

• Support lifting operations of equipment at heights over 250’.
• May be required to oversee lifting operations following skills verification of large components and ability to create, review, correct, and amend lifting plans.
• Conduct safe and efficient repairs to all Wind Turbine electrical systems.
• Operate under properly performed Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) conditions and possibly as an Authorized Person.
• Conduct pre-task planning, Job Hazard Analysis (JHAs), and Risk Assessments (RAs), and daily safety discussions.
• Interact with vendors and customers in a professional manner.
• Properly document all work in a variety of electronic formats and provide feedback to the Safety and Quality department for business improvements.

Core Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of direct product experience on one or more platforms.
• Direct turbine specific experience is required.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics by various Wind Turbine manufacturers.
• Main Component Exchange (MCE) experience required with additional knowledge in lifting operations.
• Hold specific turbine manufacture certifications.
• Detailed knowledge and skill in generators, converters, controllers, and electrical equipment.
• Able to recognize potential issues and major faults.
• Must be proficient in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English to safely perform job duties, interpret technical instructions, and communicate effectively with team members and customers.

Physical/Work Environment

• Ability and willingness to climb a wind turbine vertically at least 300 feet.
• Maintain a weight between 120 and 280 pounds, including clothing and boots, for OSHA safety compliance.
• Lift and move equipment as needed (more than 50 pounds).
• Work in an indoor or outdoor environment in adverse weather conditions with blowing pollen, dust, and grasses.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and location.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health and life insurance, 401k with employer match, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and professional development courses.
• Company-matching 401(k) Retirement, Life Insurance, Tuition reimbursement, and professional development training.
• Company vehicle, phone, laptop, or tablet along with all necessary tools and safety equipment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.