Wind Turbine Technician - Tech One Program
About the role
Build an exciting, rewarding career in wind power with the Tech One Program (TOP), a structured career development program for entry-level wind technicians created through a partnership between Sky Climber Renewables and Vestas Americas. Technicians primarily work at a wind site location near home as part of a service team to ensure safe and efficient wind turbine maintenance. This full-time paid employment opportunity includes exclusive safety and technical training accredited through the Global Wind Organization (GWO).
This position reports directly to the Program Manager and Site Manager, and indirectly to the Lead Technician during assignments. Note: You are not certified to perform work inside any cabinet/controller without direct supervision from a certified Electrical Technician.
Responsibilities
- Follow all assigned Environmental, Health and Safety procedures
- Perform basic mechanical installations, maintenances, operations, and upgrades
- Verify that work is completed in compliance with customer’s requirements
- Perform work based on established work procedures and document all work performed
- Report policy or procedure violations and submit progress reports
- Repair or replace parts and possess knowledge about specific activity tools to use them safely
- 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
Requirements
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States (Sky Climber does not provide sponsorships)
- 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 prior to hire
Preferred Qualifications & Experience
- 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
Physical Requirements
- 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
- Comfortable working in confined spaces
- Frequent climbing, walking, standing, and bending
- Ability and willingness to repeatedly handle up to 50 lbs
- Due to fall protection design parameters, the combined weight of the employee, required PPE, and gear must not exceed 300 lbs (PPE and gear may weigh up to 40 lbs)
Benefits
Competitive pay and benefits, exclusive training, and a supportive team environment with recognition for contributions.