Uptower Repair Wind Technician

Pearce Services; United States; On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Phone

Laptop

Tablets

Job summary

Pearce Services is seeking an Uptower Repair Wind Technician to perform up-tower repairs and diagnostics on wind turbine electrical systems. The role requires climbing up to 300 feet and following strict safety protocols.

Ideal candidates will have turbine-specific experience (GE, SGRE, Suzlon) and be proficient in reading schematics, with a focus on safety and OSHA compliance. Travel is 6 weeks on, 1 week off.

Qualifications

• Experience with wind turbine electrical systems and safety protocols.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics for turbine components.
• Familiarity with generator and gearbox maintenance is preferred.
• Must understand and apply OSHA safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform up-tower repairs and diagnostics on wind turbine electrical systems.
• Read schematics from multiple turbine manufacturers (GE, SGRE, Suzlon).
• Climb turbines up to 300 ft and perform LOTO as required.
• Support lifting operations for large components as needed.
• Maintain safe and compliant workspace according to OSHA standards.

Skills

Wind turbine experience

Electrical systems

Schematics reading

LOTO awareness

Safety compliance

Tools

Calipers

Job description

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

Pearce is a leading technology-enabled provider of asset management solutions for mission‑critical electromechanical infrastructure throughout North America. Pearce provides technical maintenance, repair, operations, and engineering services for uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems, backup power generators, battery energy storage systems (BESS), critical cooling systems, and other electrical and mechanical infrastructure across end markets such as renewable energy, telecom, and data centers. Founded in 1998, Pearce has more than 4,000 employees and 28 locations across the U.S. Pearce is a wholly owned subsidiary of CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm. To learn more about Pearce visit http://www.pearce-services.com.

Your Impact

Our Uptower Repair Wind Technician will be performing up‑tower repairs and diagnostics on medium & major components including Generator Bearings, Generator Slip Rings, Rotor & Stator Cables, Gearbox HSS replacement, HSS bearings, IMS replacement, IMS bearings, Yaw Drive Repair/Exchange, Generator Exchanges & Trunnion Pin Repairs. Carry out daily tasks such as cleaning, organizing, minor assembly, minor service & troubleshooting. They are required to climb vertically at least 300ft. Must maintain certifications in all areas required by the position. The Position is 100% travel currently on 6 weeks on 1 week off rotation.

Core Responsibilities

• Conduct safe and efficient repairs to all Wind Turbine electrical systems.
• Detailed knowledge and skill in generators, converters, controllers, and electrical equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics by various Wind Turbine manufacturers.
• Direct Turbine Specific experience is required- GE, SGRE, and Suzlon experience is preferred.
• May be required to perform LOTO (Lock Out Tag Out) of equipment as an Authorized Person.
• At times, you may be required to support lifting operations following skills verification of Large Components.

Specific duties may vary or evolve over time based on business and client needs.

Core Experience

• Direct Turbine Specific experience is required- GE, SGRE, and Suzlon experience is preferred.
• MCE experience required with additional knowledge in lifting/hoisting operations.
• Generator and gearbox bearing exchange experience required.
• Ability to measure and interpret digital and analog calipers.
• At times, you may be required to support lifting operations following skills verification of Large Components.
• Small to medium corrective work experience required.
• Must be proficient in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English to safely perform job duties, interpret technical instructions, and communicate effectively with team members and customers. Interpreter services are not available for this position.

Physical/Work Environment

At Pearce safety is our number one concern. Candidates must be able to comply with OSHA Standards.

• Ability and willingness to climb a wind turbine vertically at least 300 feet.
• Maintain a weight between 120 and 280 pounds, including clothing and boots, for OSHA safety compliance.
• Lift and move equipment as needed (more than 50 pounds).
• Work in an indoor or outdoor environment in adverse weather conditions with blowing pollen, dust, and grass.

What We Offer

Pearce offers a family‑friendly and innovative culture with opportunities for growth, competitive compensation, comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, HSA option. To help you recharge, we have paid vacation and paid holidays. For your future, we offer a company‑matching 401(k) Retirement, Life Insurance, Tuition reimbursement, and professional development training. To help you be successful at work, as required for the role, we will provide a company vehicle, phone, laptop, or tablet along with all necessary tools and safety equipment.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Learn more about us at www.Pearce-Services.com!

Base Pay Range

$30 — $35 USD