Uptower Repair Wind Technician

-; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in renewable energy is seeking Certified Uptower Repair Wind Technicians to perform critical repairs on wind turbines. This role involves climbing heights of over 300 feet and requires extensive knowledge of turbine systems. Candidates must be prepared for 100% travel and possess relevant certifications. Pearce offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Paid holidays

401(k) plan

Company vehicles

Safety gear provided

Qualifications

• Experience with GE, SGRE, and Suzlon turbines.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics.
• Experience in small to medium corrective work.

Responsibilities

• Conduct safe repairs to Wind Turbine electrical systems.
• Perform Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) procedures.
• Maintain GWO Certification.

Skills

Knowledge of generators

Troubleshooting

Climbing

Lifting operations

Education

GWO Certification

Job description

At PEARCE, we've got a career for you.

Join the nation's leading independent service provider for critical telecommunication and renewable energy infrastructure. With over 2,000 team members nationwide, Pearce offers comprehensive engineering, maintenance, repair, and repowering solutions, ensuring the seamless operation of wireless and wireline telecom, solar and wind projects, EV charging stations, and large-scale power assets.

Your Impact:

Our Certified Uptower Repair Wind Technicians perform up-tower repairs and diagnostics on components such as Generator Bearings, Slip Rings, Rotor & Stator Cables, Gearbox HSS, IMS, Yaw Drive, Generator Exchanges, and Trunnion Pins. Tasks include cleaning, organizing, minor assembly, troubleshooting, and climbing towers at heights of at least 300ft. Certifications must be maintained. The role involves 100% travel, typically on a 6-week on, 1-week off rotation.

Core Responsibilities:

1. Conduct safe repairs to Wind Turbine electrical systems.
2. Possess detailed knowledge of generators, converters, controllers, and electrical equipment.
3. Read and interpret schematics from various Wind Turbine manufacturers.
4. Required turbine experience with GE, SGRE, and Suzlon preferred.
5. Perform Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) procedures as an authorized person.
6. Support lifting operations following skills verification.
7. Maintain GWO Certification, available through Pearce Training if needed.

Core Experience:

1. Experience with GE, SGRE, and Suzlon turbines.
2. Knowledge of lifting/hoisting operations.
3. Generator and gearbox bearing exchange experience.
4. Ability to use digital and analog calipers.
5. Experience in small to medium corrective work.

Physical/Work Environment:

1. Climb turbines at heights of 300+ feet.
2. Maintain weight between 120-280 pounds for safety compliance.
3. Lift equipment over 50 pounds.
4. Work outdoors in various weather conditions, including exposure to pollen, dust, and grasses.

Pearce offers a family-friendly, innovative culture with growth opportunities, competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, PTO, paid holidays, and a 401(k) plan. Equipment such as company vehicles, phones, laptops, and safety gear are provided.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Learn more about our divisions at Pearce-Services.com and Pearce-Renewables.com.