Traveling Wind Turbine Technician II - 100% Travel

Vestas; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Dental

Vision

401(k) plan

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Vestas seeks a Traveling Wind Turbine Technician II to support 100% travel across North America from Austin, TX. The role is hourly paid with opportunities to earn overtime and additional travel-related earnings.

The technician will perform intermediate maintenance and installation tasks on wind turbines, document work in SAP, and maintain a strong safety culture while collaborating with field teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Wind school, trade school, or 2+ years wind industry experience preferred.
• Proficient use of hydraulic, torque, and diagnostic tools.
• Ability to read electrical drawings is beneficial.
• Valid driver's license and ability to obtain a passport.

Responsibilities

• Travel 100% of the time and work overtime as needed to meet goals.
• Uphold safety standards, identify risks, and recommend mitigations.
• Perform intermediate wind turbine maintenance and installation tasks with tools and equipment.
• Capture and document task data in company systems (e.g., SAP).
• Troubleshoot and diagnose turbine issues with guidance as needed.

Skills

Travel willingness

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Wind school / trade school

Tools

Hydraulic tools

Power torque tools

Diagnostic tools

Fluke meter

Job description

Traveling Wind Turbine Technician II - 100% Travel

Do you enjoy travel? Are you looking to further develop your electrical and mechanical skillsets while gaining exposureto a variety of exciting new projects?

Then consider joining our Resource Team to travel to our sites across North America and grow and train with the best in the wind industry.

Location(s)

Austin, TX, US

Work experience Skilled Worker / Semi-Skilled Worker

Type of position Full-Time

Job Family Field Operations

This position is remote requiring 100% travel. This is an hourly paid position. With travel, overtime and other supplemental earnings, resource technicians may have the ability to earn over $100,000 per year.

The resource department is part of the greater operations department supporting service sites and construction projects with technicians and field support personnel. The department is responsible to provide Vestas trained and qualified technicians as well as contractor personnel as requested by operations service and construction. This group is a key activity within the company because execution of construction projects and service plans is dependent on the ability to move resources where they are needed on schedule.

Responsibilities

• Ability to travel 100% of the time and also requires working overtime, including working a variable work schedule as needed to meet business goals
• Acts as a safety role model, encourages and recognizes others completing safe acts and intervenes when unsafe acts are being practiced. Adheres to all safety standards and procedures. Identifies gaps in safety standards as well as safety risks in the environment, implements effective risk mitigation and provides recommendations to higher level technical staff and management
• Demonstrates and promotes integrity, professional initiative, as well as a no-compromise focus on safety and quality of work on a continuous basis. Also may assist with or perform basic quality audits
• Performs intermediate level wind turbine maintenance and installation tasks as assigned. This includes proficient operation and use of tools (including but not limited to specialized calibration, hydraulic, power tools) and basic turbine equipment. Documents tasks where required and enters data into company system, such as SAP
• Effectively gathers information regarding turbine performance / issues. May diagnose, recommend, and implement solutions up to intermediate routine issues. Seeks assistance when encountering turbine issues outside trained skill level to ensure a suitable resolution
• Follows basic structured problem-solving process to complete troubleshooting and diagnostic tasks to include the use of diagnostic tools (e.g. basic fluke meter functions, hydraulic pressure gauge). Initiates and performs most work tasks with limited supervision and follows defined instructions and maintenance schedules, completing plans as directed and performs according to written and verbal instruction from higher level technical staff
• Effectively promotes a healthy team environment through assisting teammates in accomplishing goals as well as mentoring lower level technical staff. Visibly supports and promotes team spirit and collaboration, supports change initiatives and looks for improvement opportunities to job-appropriate processes and procedures while communicating through appropriate channels to implements improvements using the appropriate control management protocol
• Interfaces with customer and may respond to customer inquiries. Will refer complex customer inquiries to higher level technical staff or manager. Demonstrates professional customer focus at all times

Qualifications

• Required - High school diploma or equivalent
• Preferred - Post high school education (ie wind school, trade school, college) or a minimum two (2) year wind industry experience – electrical experience, including ability to read electrical drawings
• Proven use and understanding of intermediate level power tools such as hydraulic, power torque and diagnostic tools (e.g. fluke meter functions and hydraulic pressure gauge).
• Ability to demonstrate intermediate working knowledge of industrial safety practices / protocols (e.g. Confined Space, energy isolation). Ability to complete detailed component inspections and report on findings
• Valid Driver’s License and ability to obtain a Passport
• Significant attention to detail and execution, good interpersonal and customer relation skills, and the ability to effectively collaborate with employees at all professional levels and ability to respectfully follow supervision and support initiatives
• Basic computer operation skills, familiarity with internet based program navigation, and ability to generate and interpret computer data
• Ability to read, interpret and understand drawings and schematics to validate work activity and ensure that risks are identified and mitigated
• Willingness to embrace and promote Vestas’ commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging
• Ability to read, comprehend and write in English
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders 60-125 meters in height, ability to lift, push/pull, carry items up to 50 lbs in weight, and the ability to stand, stoop, kneel, and bend for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to grip and manually manipulate, often with repetitive motion, items such as, but not limited to, hand tools, turbine parts and comfort working in confined spaces and at heights over 100 meters
• Ability to effectively participate in all training courses, including high-angle rescue and training
• Periodic walking, ability to hear and use close range radios, and having efficient field of vision including visual depth perception and ability to distinguish colors
• Able to work in demanding physical and inclement weather conditions
• Comfort working remotely with limited supervisory interaction

What we offer

As a member of the Vestas team, we offer an attractive salary and one of the most comprehensive benefits plans in the industry. Among the many amenities we offer: healthcare; dental; vision; vacation; generous 401(k) plan; tuition assistance; and much more.

Technician II Travel Techs, (Resource and Repair) Nationwide $28.25 – $33.43

It is the policy of Vestas to afford equal employment opportunity without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, or national origin, and to afford equal opportunity to veterans and team members with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, provincial, or local law. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application or interview process should notify a representative within the People & Culture department.

Our commitment to a fair hiring

At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, we kindly ask that you remove any photos, dates of birth or graduation, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal information not relevant to the role before submitting your CV/resume. Your CV/resume should focus on your professional and educational background, along with the necessary contact details (email and phone number). We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness.

DEIB Statement

At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.

About Vestas

Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 200 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field. With 39,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future. Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity. To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.