Service Technician - Fluvanna, TX (m/f/d)

Nordex SE; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off - Three (3) weeks accrued

Medical & Pharmacy Insurance

401(k) with Employer Match

Job summary

Nordex SE is seeking a Service Technician to support wind turbine operations and maintenance in Minnesota. This role is crucial to ensuring the safe and efficient performance of wind turbine generators, which are vital for producing renewable energy. The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma, experience with tools, and will be committed to safety protocols. The role includes responsibilities such as performing maintenance, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and operating in a fast-paced team environment.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of wind experience required.
• Ability to be certified to work with medium and high-voltage equipment.
• Willingness to work overtime and holidays if needed.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain wind turbine generators and related equipment.
• Support 24/7/365 wind farm operations including rotating shifts.
• Conduct safety analyses of energy sources and hazards.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Experience working with hand and power tools

Climbing and working at heights

Strong understanding of safety protocols

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

Certification or degree in wind, technical, or engineering field

Job description

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Location: Fluvanna, TX, US, 79517

Requisition ID: 12116

Department: Service

POSITION SUMMARY

The role of a Service Technician directly supports the company's mission by ensuring the safe and efficient operation of wind turbine generators, which are integral to producing 100% renewable energy. Service Technician help ensure the reliability and performance of clean power plants by maintaining high standards of safety, quality, customer service, and by supporting planned and unplanned maintenance, and system upgrades. Communicating effectively with Site Leads and/or Site Managers to achieve resolutions for technical and/or commercial customer concerns is essential. All assignments will be performed using proper methods while adhering to documentation standards and all daily activities accomplished will be reported within Movilizer to capture all hours worked, materials used, and detailed steps taken during WTGs interventions.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Repair and maintain wind turbine generators and related equipment at the wind farm.
• Support 24/7/365 wind farm operations, including rotating shifts, overtime, and on-call duties.
• Conduct, support and review safety analyses of energy sources, electrical and mechanical hazards before and while performing any work assignment on the wind farm, wind turbines, switch room, and O&M Building.
• Assist in Root Cause Analyses to determine equipment failures.
• Complete and maintain accurate documentation for corrective and preventive maintenance.
• Perform preventative maintenance activities safely and efficiently on wind turbines and associated equipment located on the wind farm.
• Utilize appropriate safety gear, protective equipment, and control or dissipation of energy sources to ensure work is performed in a safe manner.
• Maintain tools and equipment properly.
• Maintain required training certifications and qualifications.
• Complete Lock-Out-Tag-Out (LOTO), JSEA’s, and job-specific documentation that is required to conduct safe maintenance and repairs.
• Read and interpret electrical and hydraulic schematics.
• Organize and prioritize work, meet deadlines, and prepare plans and reports.
• Demonstrate commitment to professionally representing the company and strengthening the positive reputation of Nordex USA, Inc.
• Perform other assigned responsibilities.

WHAT YOU HAVE

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• Certification or degree in wind, technical, or engineering field preferred.
• 0-1 year of wind experience.
• Ability to be certified to work with medium and high-voltage equipment.
• Experience working with hand and power tools.
• Ability to work independently and thrive in a fast-paced team environment.
• Ability to move and manipulate up to 50 pounds, climb vertical ladders, and work and climb at heights above 300 feet daily.
• Maintain required training certifications.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally for work and training.
• Ability to work in various environments and conditions, including confined spaces, adverse and extreme weather conditions including but not limited to heat, cold, humidity, noise, in the dust, pollen, weeds, and grass.
• Fieldwork in a wind farm environment primarily during normal business hours. However, the site operates 24/7/365 and may require flexibility to work rotating shifts, overtime, and participating in an on-call schedule.
• Willingness to work overtime, holidays, weekends, and on short notice during outages.
• Meet the weight requirement of 265 lbs or less to safely utilize climbing equipment and climbing gear.
• Use safety equipment, including eye protection, hearing protectors, steel-toe boots, and hard hats. Loose-fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted.
• Pass a pre-employment physical to ensure the ability to perform job functions safely.
• Assist in all areas of facility operations as directed by the Site Manager.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Passport.
• Willing to travel approximately 10% for training and to assist other wind farm sites when needed.
• Ability to travel to the wind farm safely within 45 minutes in the event of an emergency.
• Driving is an essential function of the job. Must possess a full valid driver’s license and be insurable under our auto insurance policy. This position will be subject to periodic driver’s abstract checks to confirm continued insurability.

Safety Commitment

• Demonstrate a strong understanding of and commitment to safety protocols and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies.
• Proactively identify and mitigate potential safety hazards.
• Properly use applicable safety equipment, including but not limited to eye protection, hearing protectors, steel-toe boots, and hard hats. Loose-fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted.
• Communicate effectively with team members and management to ensure a safe working environment.
• Speak and understand English fluently to effectively communicate safety and job-related information, follow safety instructions, and collaborate with English-speaking supervisors and team members.

Benefits

Financial Benefits

• Paid Time Off - Three (3) weeks accrued (120 hours)
• Medical & Pharmacy Insurance with multiple options to best meet your needs
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with Employer Contribution
• Flex Spending Account (FSA)
• Vision Insurance
• Short-Term / Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer MatchStudent Debt Repayment
• Tuition Reimbursement

Wellbeing, Family Planning, and Voluntary Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Calm Subscription
• Legal Plans
• Spot Pet Insurance
• Auto and Home Insurance
• And much more…

*Offers may vary by location and eligibility.

Equal Opportunity

Nordex adheres to a policy of equal employment opportunity and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

DEI

We are committed to creating an environment and culture in which Diversity and Inclusion is recognized as a true opportunity and value for the organization. We welcome you to learn more by visiting this link: Diversity & Inclusion - Nordex SE

ABOUT THE NORDEX GROUP

The manufacture of wind energy plants in the on-shore segment has been our core competence and passion for around 40 years. With more than 57GW installed capacity worldwide, our turbines supply sustainable energy to more than 80% of the global energy market and we are one of the largest companies in the wind industry. National subsidiaries in more than 40 markets and production facilities in Germany, Spain, Brazil, the USA, Mexico and India offer our more than 10,400 employees the opportunity for international and intercultural cooperation.

We are growing and together driving forward the expansion of alternative energies worldwide - if you wish, from now on with you. Join the #TeamNordex

We look forward to receiving your application! To make it more convenient for you, we are happy to receive your application without a cover letter.