Local Wind Turbine Maintenance Technician Lead

ZipRecruiter; Hereford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

PEARCE is looking for a Local Wind Turbine Maintenance Technician III-LEAD to maintain wind turbine generators and related equipment. The role requires strong leadership and communication skills, with a focus on health, safety, and compliance. Competitive compensation, signing bonuses, and a family-friendly work culture are offered to candidates living within 90 miles of Hereford, TX.

Benefits

Signing bonuses up to $6,500

Company vehicle

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid vacation and holidays

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience with tech fundamentals and GE LOTO.
• 1-year prior leadership experience.
• Ability to work in confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Conduct maintenance of equipment including fueling and lubrication.
• Perform Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO).
• Ensure completion of all daily service reports.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Technical fundamentals

Education

GE LOTO Certification

GWO certification

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

At PEARCE, we've got a career for you!

Join the nation's leading independent service provider for critical telecommunication and renewable energy infrastructure. We are the premier independent service provider for our nation's critical infrastructure. With over 2,500 team members nationwide, Pearce delivers comprehensive engineering, maintenance, repair, and repowering solutions, ensuring the seamless operation of our nation's wireless and wireline telecom, commercial and utility-scale solar and wind projects, EV charging stations, as well as large-scale power , critical power and energy storage assets.

At PEARCE, we've got a career for you.

Join the nation's leading independent service provider for critical telecommunication and renewable energy infrastructure. With over 2,000 team members nationwide, Pearce delivers comprehensive engineering, maintenance, repair, and repowering solutions, ensuring the seamless operation of our nation's wireless and wireline telecom, commercial and utility-scale solar and wind projects, EV charging stations, as well as large-scale power and energy storage assets.

Your Impact:

Pearce is seeking a Local Wind Turbine Maintenance Technician III- LEAD, with a commitment to excellence, strong desire to succeed and learn new skills utilizing established procedures, with the highest regard for health, safety, and environmental compliance. As a Wind Turbine Maintenance Technician III, you will carry out daily tasks such as cleaning, organizing, minor service, and/or repairs to wind turbine generators and related equipment and facilities. This position is 75% local and 25% travel. Must live within 90 miles of Hereford, TX. Signing bonuses up to $6,500 available for qualified candidates with required certifications and experience.

Core Responsibilities

• Conduct maintenance of equipment (fueling, lubrication, etc.)
• Operate a motor vehicle safely and legally per the PEARCE Renewables Employee handbook and insurance requirements.
• Perform Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) as required to maintain a safe working environment.
• Complete and maintain required company and client documentation and records, using computer-based service reporting tools and procedures.
• Use of various torque and tension tools.
• Perform other daily work requirements as directed by supervisor with general supervision.
• Be the first on site and last to leave, demonstrate leadership, accountability, and reliability.
• Set and model professional standards for safety, performance, and communication.
• Participating in a project kick off and coordinate on site logistics
• Maintain a visible leadership presence throughout the day
• Serve as the face of Pearce Renewables to the client, maintain professional and productive relationships
• Communicate clearly, proactively, and confidently to ensure ongoing trust and alignment.
• Monitor weather, site conditions and shift changes to maintain productivity goals
• Oversee and verify technician progression alongside the resource manager using Field Verification in Insite
• Ensure completion of all DSR's daily
• Track and report time, incidents, near misses, property damage, and equipment issues.

Core Experience

• 1 to 2 years of experience with tech fundamentals, GE NAM, and GE LOTO with preference for experience in 2X, 1X or converter.
• Current GE LOTO Certification (required) Preventative Maintenance and Tech essential.
• 1-year prior leadership experience or demonstrated ability to lead teams in high-performance environments.
• GWO certified
• Work within confined space areas, such as inside a wind turbine nacelle.
• Knowledge of various turbine platforms.
• Work meets customer and company standards required of position and job, including following project schedules.
• Strong communication skills

Physical/Work Environment

At Pearce safety is our number one concern. Candidates must be able to comply with OSHA/DOT Standards.

• 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.

Pearce offers a family-friendly and innovative culture with opportunities for growth, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance), PTO, Paid Holidays, and a company-matching 401(k) Retirement, Life Insurance. Also provided are a company vehicle, phone, laptop, or tablet (as required for your role) and all necessary tools and safety equipment.

At PEARCE, we are an equal opportunity employer dedicated to cultivating an inclusive environment that empowers employees to excel and make a meaningful impact, providing a dynamic space for field technicians, service specialists, and corporate professionals to flourish and propel their careers forward within our nationwide presence and expansive service offerings.

Learn more about our corporate and telecom division at www.Pearce-Services.com and our renewables division at www.Pearce-Renewables.com.

At Pearce, we are committed to fair and transparent pay practices. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and location.

In addition to wages, employees may also be eligible for performance and referral bonuses, production incentives, tool/equipment and fuel stipends, company vehicle, per diem or other applicable compensation. We also offer all full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package includinghealth and life insurance, 401k with employer match, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and professional development courses.

This pay range reflects our commitment to pay equity and compliance with state and federal pay transparency laws. If you have questions about compensation, we encourage open discussions during the hiring process.

Base Pay Range$30—$45 USD

What We Offer

Pearce offers a family-friendly and innovative culture with opportunities for growth, competitive compensation, comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, HSA option. To help you recharge, we have paid vacation and paid holidays. For your future, we offer a company-matching 401(k) Retirement, Life Insurance, Tuition reimbursement, and professional development training. To help you be successful at work, as required for the role, we will provide a company vehicle, phone, laptop, or tablet along with all necessary tools and safety equipment.

At PEARCE, we are an equal opportunity employer dedicated to cultivating an inclusive environment that empowers employees to excel and make a meaningful impact, providing a dynamic space for field technicians, service specialists, and corporate professionals to flourish and propel their careers forward within our nationwide presence and expansive service offerings.

Learn more about us at www.Pearce-Services.com!