Advanced and Lead Wind Technicians

Pearce Services; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development training

Job summary

A leading service provider in renewable energy in the United States is looking for Lead Wind Technicians. The role involves overseeing teams in maintenance and repair of wind turbines, conducting safety assessments, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates should have 4+ years of experience in wind turbines and relevant certifications. Pearce Services offers competitive compensation, a family-friendly culture, and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of wind turbine experience.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety.
• Desire and ability to lead crews.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams in service and maintenance of wind turbines.
• Conduct safety assessments and pre-task planning.
• Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical systems.

Skills

GWO Certifications

GE LOTO Certification

Tower climbing certifications

Experience in composites

Experience in preventive maintenance

Tools

Tools for safety equipment

Job description

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 generation, critical power and energy storage assets.

Your Impact

Pearce is looking for Lead Wind Technicians across all of our Wind teams. We are hiring for our Major Component Exchange teams (crane/non‑crane work), Composite Blade, Up Tower Repair, Troubleshooting and Maintenance teams. Our Certified Wind Technicians carry out and lead teams in daily tasks such as cleaning, organizing, assembly, service, and/or repairs to wind turbine generators, blades and related equipment and facilities. In addition, we offer competitive pay and per diem, quarterly bonus opportunities, company truck along with full benefits, extensive training for advanced development and a guaranteed 40‑hour week for some teams.

Core Responsibilities

All of our lead technicians should be laser focused on safety, know how to conduct pre‑task planning, Job Hazard Analysis (JHAs), and Risk Assessments (RAs), comfortable communicating with our clients and setting an example for their team.

MCE

• Create plans and oversee lifting operations following skills verification of large components for equipment at heights over 250’.
• Conduct safe and efficient repairs to all Wind Turbine electrical systems.
• Perform Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) of equipment as an Authorized Person.
• Evaluate, inspect, diagnose and document internal and external composite damage, then photograph and assemble documentation as required.
• Perform coating and structural repairs of internal and external composite structures, such as wind turbine blades and nacelles.
• Modify and repair fiberglass, carbon fiber, resin and other composite materials as needed.

Advanced Troubleshooting

• Conduct assembly, repair and maintenance of equipment on Siemens, GE, and/or Gamesa turbines following specific instructions when provided.

Wind Services

• Perform preventive maintenance and service on wind turbines, including inspections, component checks, lubrication, and software updates.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems on wind turbines and related equipment.

Core Experience

• GWO Certifications
• GE LOTO Certification highly desired
• Any platform specific LOTO Certified.
• 4+ years of wind turbine experience in any of the following areas: Composites, MCE, Advanced Troubleshooting, Maintenance, Cleaning.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety of self, crew and community.
• Desire and ability to lead crews.
• Experience reading schematics and planning complex repairs and/or installations.
• One or more certifications in tower climbing, SRK 11, GWO, SGRE Blade Repair, GE LOTO.

What We Offer

Pearce offers a family‑friendly and innovative culture with opportunities for growth, competitive compensation, and comprehensive benefits. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, HSA option, paid vacation and paid holidays, a company‑matching 401(k) Retirement, tuition reimbursement, and professional development training. We provide a company vehicle, phone, laptop, or tablet (as required for your role) and all necessary tools and safety equipment.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.