Senior Wind Turbine Technician

Placements24; Willows (CA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing on site

Per diem allowance

Comprehensive medical benefits

Training and certification programs

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Wind Turbine Technician for operations near Welkom, South Africa. You will maintain, repair, and troubleshoot large-scale wind turbines to ensure optimal performance and system longevity.

You will conduct proactive inspections, preventative maintenance, and responsive repairs, adhering to safety standards and documenting service logs. The role requires hands-on wind turbine expertise and a commitment to operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Technical qualification or certification in mechanical, electrical, or wind turbine technology.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a wind turbine technician.
• Proficiency in reading technical manuals, schematics, and diagnostic tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections, diagnostics, and preventative maintenance on wind turbine systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues on turbines.
• Install, commission, and upgrade turbine components as needed.
• Adhere strictly to all health and safety protocols and company procedures.
• Maintain detailed service logs and report on turbine performance and maintenance activities.
• Provide technical support and guidance to junior technicians.

Skills

Wind turbine tech

Diagnostics reading

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical troubleshooting

Safety procedures

Education

Technical qualification in wind turbine tech

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a leader in renewable energy generation and requires a skilled Senior Wind Turbine Technician for their operations near Welkom . This position involves the maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of large-scale wind turbines to ensure optimal performance and longevity. You will be responsible for proactive inspections, preventative maintenance, and responsive repairs, playing a vital role in generating clean energy. The successful candidate will have extensive hands-on experience with wind turbine technology and a strong commitment to safety and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections, diagnostics, and preventative maintenance on wind turbine systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues on turbines.
• Install, commission, and upgrade turbine components as needed.
• Adhere strictly to all health and safety protocols and company procedures.
• Maintain detailed service logs and report on turbine performance and maintenance activities.
• Provide technical support and guidance to junior technicians.

Requirements

• Technical qualification or certification in mechanical, electrical, or wind turbine technology.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a wind turbine technician .
• Proficiency in reading technical manuals, schematics, and diagnostic tools.
• Experience with various wind turbine brands and models is essential.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work at heights and in challenging weather conditions.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with overtime opportunities.
• Company-provided housing and per diem allowance while on site.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Extensive training and certification opportunities.
• Be part of a critical team ensuring clean energy production in the Welkom region.