Wind Turbine Technician - Hybrid/Local to Bloomington, IL

About the role

Tetra Tech is adding a Wind Turbine Technician to our Gemini Energy Services team based in Bloomington, IL.

Essential Job Functions

• Carry out duties with a primary focus on safety and quality.
• Understand both the metric and imperial measurement systems.
• Consistently complete timecards with detailed descriptions of work performed, expense reports for reimbursement of airline baggage fees, company vehicle car washes and other job-related incidentals eligible for repayment.
• Read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Apply principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to design and production of various goods and services.
• Problem-solve issues as they arise.
• Troubleshoot equipment, machines, wiring or computer programs issues.
• Understand direct current electricity, alternating current electricity, and electronics.
• Write reports, complete work orders, chart information and track progress on tasks.
• Effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, and fellow employees.
• Lead teams, train new employees, and complete reports when needed.
• Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
• Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
• Additional duties as required.

Required Qualifications

• If entry-level, provide proof of Wind Technician Certification from an accredited Wind Academy or equivalent Trade School.
• Able to travel for in-state site work, training and other company functions up to 50%.
• Possess excellent electrical and mechanical skills.
• Knowledge of turbine-related machinery and tools, including their design, uses, repair and maintenance.
• Knowledge of circuit boards, electronic equipment, computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
• Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for protection of people, property, and institutions.
• Willing to learn and progress into a stronger role, such as troubleshooting, commissioning or serving as lead technician on site.
• Any experience with turbine technology and/or being up-tower on platforms welcomed, including Solar/Off-shore experience.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, diagrams, work instructions, manuals.

Physical Requirements

• Capable of lifting at least 40-100 lbs.
• Capable of bending, twisting, and lifting items overhead.
• Capable of climbing a wind tower up to 400 ft in height up to three times daily.

Additional Information

• Fluent English verbal and written communications skills are required.
• Must have current valid driver’s license and fit-to-drive record with no more than two moving violations in the past three years, including passing a Motor Vehicle Record.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check (project/client dependent and you will be notified if needed).

Life at Tetra Tech

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
• Merit-based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.

Compensation

Pay commensurate with experience, in addition to safety, electrical, and mechanical certifications relevant to the position.