GE LOTO Certified Wind Turbine Technician

Sky Climber Renewables; United States; Remote; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading independent service provider in the wind energy sector, where you can build a rewarding career with purpose. As a Certified Wind Technician, you will engage in crucial tasks such as maintaining and repairing wind turbine generators, ensuring safety compliance, and contributing to a diverse and inclusive work environment. This role requires climbing heights of at least 300 feet and offers the opportunity for continuous career development through specialized training and competitive benefits. If you are passionate about renewable energy and eager to make an impact, this position is for you.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Health Benefits

Retirement Benefits

Specialized Training

Continuous Career Development

Uniforms Provided

Tools Provided

Safety Equipment Provided

Qualifications

• Must maintain certifications including OSHA 10 and CPR/AED.
• Minimum 24 months of wind industry technical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on wind turbine generators.
• Climb turbines and handle equipment safely.
• Complete necessary documentation and records.

Skills

Wind Industry Technical Experience

Troubleshooting

Communication Skills

Safety Compliance

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Job description

Overview

At Sky Climber Renewables, build a career with purpose and impact.

Join the nation’s #1 privately held independent service provider for commercial and utility-scale wind energy projects. With over 700 team members and operations in both the U.S. & Canada, Sky Climber Renewables serves a wide range of OEMs, asset owners, and operators across all states and provinces. Sky Climber Renewables’ diverse capabilities and geographic footprint provides an excellent future for field technicians and service professionals to grow and advance their careers. Learn more about Sky Climber Renewables at www.SKYCLIMBERWIND.com

Our Certified Wind Technicians carry out daily tasks such as cleaning, organizing, assembly, service, and/or repairs to wind turbine generators and related equipment and facilities. They are required to climb vertically at least 300 feet. Must maintain certifications in all areas required by position. The position is 100% travel.

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

Employees in the wind turbine technician position should expect to:

1. Lead and perform various GE 1x / 2x LOTO
2. Minor troubleshooting and/or component replacement
3. Conduct maintenance of equipment (electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, lubrication, etc.)
4. Climb a wind turbine vertically at least 300 feet. Lift and move equipment as needed (up to 50 pounds)
5. Follow specific verbal and written instructions to perform wind turbine generator (WTG) and associated equipment assembly, repair, replacement, and maintenance.
6. Complete and maintain required company and client documentation and records.
7. Effectively prioritize and escalate technical issues to supporting functions.
8. Clean and organize tools, equipment, and work areas as required.
9. Operate a motor vehicle safely and legally per the Sky Climber Renewables Employee Handbook and insurance requirements (e.g., Valid License, acceptable driving record).
10. Perform other daily work requirements as directed by supervisors.
11. Be exposed to high and low ambient temperatures while working outdoors.
12. Maintain required training certifications for position held. These include at a minimum: OSHA 10, NFPA 70E, CPR/AED - First Aid, Basic Safety, Basic Technical, and Rescue.
13. For safety compliance, wind technicians must weigh between 120 and 260 pounds, including clothing, boots, and standard personal equipment.

EXPERIENCE and QUALIFICATIONS

1. Current GE LOTO Certification
2. GWO (BST, BTT, ART) Certifications preferred
3. Twenty-four (24) months of wind industry technical experience preferred.
4. Work meets customer and company standards required of position and job, including following project schedules and QSE standards.
5. Comply with corporate OSHA and Sky Climber Renewables policies at all times.
6. Appear well-groomed, present a positive company image, and treat others with courtesy and respect.
7. Work cooperatively or independently and inspire a team effort with all tasks. Communicate pro-actively.
8. Service reporting, work order documents, and records will be written neatly, legibly, and completed correctly.
9. Ability to work in a high-volume, multi-priority environment and to follow written and verbal instructions.
10. Has knowledge of various hand and power tools.
11. Work in an indoor or outdoor environment in adverse weather conditions with blowing pollen, dust, and grasses.
12. Must pass background check and drug screening.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

WHAT WE OFFER?

Join one of North America’s largest privately held independent service providers. Sky Climber will provide you the tools and resources you need to design, build, and enhance a successful career. We are committed to the success of our employees through competitive salary, incentives, health and retirement benefits, specialized training, and continuous career development. Also provided are all necessary uniforms, tools, and safety equipment.

Sky Climber Renewables believes in strength through diversity. We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.