Senior Wind Turbine Technician — Lead Diagnostics & Repair

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

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.