Wind Farm Technician II

RWE Gruppe; Macomb (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

RWE Americas, LLC is seeking a Wind Farm Technician II to support safe and reliable operation and maintenance of wind farms and related facilities. You will perform scheduled and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and system testing across wind, solar, and Battery Energy Storage System assets in accordance with EHS guidelines and site policies.

The role requires diagnosing moderate technical issues, contributing to maintenance planning, and documenting activities in the CMMS,

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Associate’s degree or equivalent certification in renewable energy technology or electrical systems is a plus.
• Willingness to travel between sites and support cross-site work may be required.
• Possession of a Journeyman or Master Electrician license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair wind, solar, and BESS assets, including turbines and BoP equipment.
• Conduct scheduled services, major component replacements, and system testing across mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Diagnose and resolve moderate technical issues, support RCA for recurring problems, and document activities in the CMMS.
• Mentor Trainee and Associate Technicians and uphold strong safety culture.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree or equivalent certification in renewable energy technology or electrical systems

Tools

Vestas Wind Turbine Experience

Wind Technician certification

Job description

RWE Americas, LLC
To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent
Functional area: Operations & Maintenance
Remuneration: Non-Exempt

As a Wind Farm Technician II, this role supports the safe and reliable operation and maintenance of one or more wind farms and related renewable energy facilities to ensure maximum asset availability and performance in alignment with RWEA Operations' mission. This role independently performs scheduled and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and system testing across wind, solar, and battery energy storage system (BESS) assets while adhering to site‑specific policies, Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) requirements, and applicable regulations.

This role diagnoses and resolves moderate technical issues, escalating complex problems when necessary. It contributes technical input to maintenance planning and continuous improvement initiatives, maintains accurate service documentation within the digital maintenance management system, supports plant tool and equipment readiness, and provides mentorship to Trainee and Associate Technicians while promoting a strong safety culture and team environment.

Role Responsibilities

• Performs safe and compliant operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of wind, solar, and battery energy storage system (BESS) assets, including turbines and Balance of Plant (BoP) equipment, in accordance with all site‑specific policies, procedures, and Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) requirements
• Conducts scheduled services, major component replacements, corrective repairs, and system testing for mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems
• Independently diagnoses and resolves moderate technical issues, escalating complex problems as needed, provide technical input for maintenance planning, and support root cause analysis (RCA) for recurring issues
• Accurately documents maintenance activities and equipment performance in the digital maintenance management system
• Ensures compliance with local regulations, industry standards, and workplace policies
• Supports continuous improvement initiatives and site operational objectives to enhance system performance and reliability
• Mentors and guides Trainee and Associate Technicians, contributing to team knowledge and safety
• Collaborates with team members and maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Performs additional duties as assigned by management consistent with the Technician II role
• Serves in an on‑call capacity as assigned, maintaining continuous availability via mobile phone, responding to management or dispatch communications within 30 minutes, reporting to the work site within 2 hours when required, and remaining fit for duty at all times during on‑call periods

Job Requirements and Experiences

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Associate’s degree or equivalent certification in renewable energy technology or electrical systems is a plus
• Minimum 3 years of relevant hands‑on technical experience in renewable energy, power generation, heavy industrial maintenance, or a closely related field
• Vestas Wind Turbine Experience preferred
• Unrestricted driver’s license
• Must live within 1 hour drive time to site
• Solar or battery energy storage system (BESS) maintenance experience
• Military experience in a technical field such as electrical, electronics, or mechanical systems
• Industrial electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, or power systems maintenance experience
• Possession of a current Journeyman or Master Electrician license
• Wind Technician certification or other industry-recognized credentials (in combination with hands‑on field experience)
• Proficient in following and creating standard work instructions, completing tasks independently or as part of an installation and maintenance team with minimal supervision
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, manage multiple tasks, and adapt to changing priorities
• Willingness to travel between sites and support cross‑