Technician I - GE

Deutsche Windtechnik; Fowler (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Competitive compensation

Personalized and ongoing training

Job summary

Deutsche Windtechnik is seeking a Wind Technician I to join our field team in the US. You will lead a work crew, perform routine and unscheduled maintenance, and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems to keep turbines running.

You’ll be responsible for safety, paperwork, and coordinating with site leadership. A high school diploma or GED is required, along with 2+ years of wind turbine experience and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate degree is a bonus.
• 2+ years’ experience as a Wind Turbine Technician.
• Valid driver's license (non-CDL or CDL) with a clean driving record.
• Ability to read and interpret documents and follow safety rules/instructions.
• Ability to lift up to 100 lbs and work in extreme weather conditions.
• Must be able to free climb 300 ft multiple times daily while wearing climbing gear.

Responsibilities

• Lead & perform routine preventive and unscheduled maintenance on wind turbines.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Assist with site operations and high-voltage system maintenance.
• Generate and complete paperwork such as work orders and checklists.
• Adhere to safety standards and rescue procedures.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree (bonus)

Job description

Deutsche Windtechnik (DWT) 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 (DWT) 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?

As a Technician I, you will be able to showcase your leadership skills by temporarily being a leader for your respective work team, as well as providing leadership and technical direction. Serve as the in- charge person or temporary team leader for their respective work team, as well as provide leadership and technical direction. While maintain routine activities to keep the turbines up and running utilizing basic drawings, schematics, and work procedures.

Are You Looking to:

Work independently supporting mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems troubleshooting and repairs to support a site?

Generate & 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?

Assist in all areas of site operations?

Assist with high-voltage system maintenance and repair?

Are You Ready to:

Lead & perform routine preventive & unscheduled maintenance on wind turbines bringing your skills in: mechanical, electrical, and hydraulics?

Lead & perform unscheduled maintenance consisting of troubleshooting on mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems

Adhere to company policies, safety standards, and good housekeeping practices?

Recognizes occurrences of wind turbine error codes and appropriately reports the problem.

Assist/Lead with the removal and installation of wind turbine mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic

What You’ll Need:

High School Diploma or GED. Associate degree is a bonus, but not required.

2+ years’ experience as a Wind Turbine Technician

Valid driver’s license (NON CDL or CDL) with a clean driving record.

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.

The employee must be capable of lifting and/or moving up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus because of potential work in close confines.

Employee must be physically fit enough to free climb 300 ft multiple times a day while wearing 25+ lbs. of climbing gear and work in extreme weather conditions.

Must be capable of rescuing team mate anywhere in tower in the event of emergency.

We care about the safety and wellbeing of every one of our employees. To help ensure their safety, any employees climbing a wind turbine must use a Personal Fall Arrest System, and may not exceed the system’s maximum weight capacity of 309 lbs. This weight must include the individual, their tooling, uniform, and personal protective equipment. Based on these safety requirements and the standard weight of equipment, employees who climb wind turbines may not exceed a maximum personal body weight of 260 lbs.

What You’ll Get:

• 401k with fully vested, generous company match available after 6 months.
• Competitive Compensation.
• Personalized and Ongoing Training.

DWT CULTURE:

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.

How do we accomplish this? By building a team and a culture with the core values that are:Transparent, Innovative, Guiding (advisor and partner), Efficient, and Reliable.

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

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Deutsche Windtechnik (DWT) is an Equal Opportunity and Affir

Applicants and employees are protected under Federal law from discrimination.

This position requires an individual to possess a valid driver's license. Are you able to comply with these standards?*

To ensure the safety of our employees we provide and require safety equipment to be worn at all times. Our safety/rescue equipment has a weight rating of up to 260 pounds. Are you able to comply with these standards?* Yes No

This position requires an individual to lift and/or carry up to 100 lbs. of equipment at a frequency of up to 25% of the work time. Are you able to comply with these standards?* Yes No

This position requires that you must be physically capable of free-climbing 300 ft multiple times a day while wearing 25+ lbs of climbing gear under extraordinary weather conditions. You must be capable of rescuing teammate anywhere in tower in the event of emergency. Are you able to comply?* Yes No

Do you have a legal right to work in the United States for any employer, without the need for a work visa? (“Practical Training” under a student or related visa, would not qualify.)* Yes No

What is your highest Level of Education Completed?* GED/High School Diploma Trade School/Vocational School Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree

Do you have experience with wind turbines? If so, which kind?* Siemens MHI Vestas GE Nordex Other NA

How did you hear about us?*

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