Wind Turbine Technician - Tech One Program

About the Role

The Tech One Program (TOP) is a structured career development program for entry-level wind technicians, created through a partnership between industry leaders 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 location near home and operate as part of a service team to ensure safe and efficient wind turbine maintenance. This position reports directly to the Program Manager and Site Manager, and indirectly to the Lead Technician during assignments.

Responsibilities

• Perform all preventive, scheduled, and unscheduled maintenance on wind turbine generator equipment safely and efficiently
• Maintain and repair machinery or components used primarily in power generation applications such as turbines and generators
• Perform basic mechanical installations, maintenance, operations, and upgrades following established procedures
• Demonstrate knowledge of tools and use them safely
• Dismantle and assemble basic machinery, components, and equipment
• Accurately document all work performed
• Follow all Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) procedures
• Work holidays, weekends, and overtime as needed
• Travel up to 25%

Qualifications

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States (Sky Climber does not provide sponsorships)
• Must live within 1-hour commuting distance to job site unless actively relocating to the area
• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass a motor vehicle record check
• Ability to read, write, and understand English
• Successful completion of a climb preview prior to hire
• Associate's degree in a technical mechanical field, wind energy discipline, or equivalent technical experience (preferred)
• Mechanical or electrical background (preferred)
• Ability to read and interpret basic diagrams and wiring schematics (preferred)

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)

Training Provided

• Basic Safety Training (e.g., First Aid, CPR, Fall Protection)
• Tower Safety Training (e.g., high-angle rescue or wind tower rescue)
• Technical Training (mechanical, electrical, hydraulic systems)

Benefits

• Company-provided equipment, tools, and uniforms
• Per diem and travel incentives when applicable
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision
• 401(k) with 100% vested company match