Senior Technician

DWT global; Goldendale (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Generous PTO

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits

Ongoing training

Job summary

DWT global is seeking a Senior Technician in Goldendale, Washington to oversee mechanical maintenance and troubleshooting of wind turbines. The role involves leading teams, maintaining customer relationships, and ensuring safety operations.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience as a Wind Turbine Technician, is able to work in extreme conditions, and must possess a valid driver's license. We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience as a Wind Turbine Technician.
• Valid driver's license (NON-CDL or CDL) required.
• Must be able to pass a physical exam and drug/alcohol screening.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting, and retrofit activities.
• Lead or assist in large corrective teams with turbine component replacements.
• Develop and maintain customer relationships and provide technical direction.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Leadership

Customer relationship management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree

Job description

Overview

Deutsche Windtechnik is Germany’s largest Independent Service Provider, offering a comprehensive service package for Wind Turbine Generators (WTG) from one single source.

With more than 9,000 WTGs under contract and more than 2,200 worldwide employees operating in Europe, the US and Asia, Deutsche Windtechnik sets the bar for Independent Service Provider services.

Deutsche Windtechnik came to North America and started operations here in 2018.

Headquartered in Houston, TX, it is our goal to set the standard for best-in-class levels of quality, safety, efficiency, and customer service in the US market.

Ready to continue your career and be an important part of our wind technician team?

Responsibilities

• As a Senior Technician, work independently and perform mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting, and retrofit activities. Serve as the in-charge person or temporary team leader for their respective work team, and provide leadership and technical direction.
• Develop and maintain excellent customer relationships, advanced leadership, and management skills. Showcase advanced skills in a particular category at a site or project leadership position.
• Support with mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems troubleshooting and repairs to support a site.
• Develop a strategy for improved maintenance diagnostics and operations to provide additional customer value and reduce the cost of service.
• Generate and complete all relevant paperwork, including work order cards, checklists, AWPs, etc.
• Learn how to recognize occurrences of wind turbine error codes and appropriately report the issue.
• Direct the performance of wind field operations within the assigned contractual scope of responsibilities to customers.
• Demonstrate responsibility for all phases of timely financial reporting, elimination of contractual liquidated damages, and availability of turbines.
• Lead/perform routine preventive and unscheduled maintenance on wind turbines, applying mechanical, electrical, and hydraulics skills.
• Assist and help lead large corrective teams with the replacement of major turbine components (e.g., generators and gearboxes).
• Maintain adherence to company policies, safety standards, and good housekeeping practices.
• Work closely with internal team members to develop and implement operation-focused feedback for configuration, planned and unplanned maintenance, and financials.
• Establish and maintain general safety from the system, including Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO).

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED. An associate degree is a bonus, but not required.
• 5+ years’ experience as a Wind Turbine Technician
• Valid driver’s license (NON-CDL or CDL)
• Ability to read and interpret documents, and follow instructions, such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures manuals.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, given proper instructions.
• Ability to deal with problems involving at least one concrete variable in standardized situations.
• Must be able to pass a physical exam and drug/alcohol screening.
• Capability to lift and/or move up to 100 pounds and good vision abilities (close, distance, depth perception, and focus).
• Physically fit to climb 300 ft multiple times a day with climbing gear and work in extreme weather conditions.
• Ability to rescue teammates in case of emergency.
• Safety requirements include use of a Personal Fall Arrest System and weight limitations for climbing equipment and personnel.

What You’ll Get

• 401k with fully vested, generous company match available after 6 months.
• Generous PTO, excellent Medical/Dental/Vision benefits.
• Competitive compensation.
• Personalized and ongoing training.

Culture and Mission

What sets us apart is our intense focus on our customers, employees, and culture.

Our mission: To be the most trusted O&M partner to wind farm owners.

Our vision: To empower the Americas’ achievement of 100% renewable energy, one wind turbine at a time.

We accomplish this by building a team and a culture with the core values: Transparent, Innovative, Guiding (advisor and partner), Efficient, and Reliable.

We call ourselves TIGERs and hope you get an opportunity to join us someday!

Equal Employment Opportunity

Deutsche Windtechnik is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, protected veteran or military status, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

EEO is the Law: Applicants and employees are protected under Federal law from discrimination.