Wind Field Service Technician II - Major Components - Minco, OK

NextEra Energy; Texas; Sur place; USD 60 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Relocation provided

Résumé du poste

NextEra Energy is seeking a Wind Field Service Technician II – Major Components to perform large component replacements on wind turbines across the fleet. The role requires traveling frequently, working at heights over 300 feet, and coordinating crane operations with strict safety standards.

Ideal candidates have strong mechanical/electrical aptitude, experience with heavy equipment, and a willingness to work weekends, nights, and extended hours while contributing to fleet reliability and safety.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude with experience in industrial or heavy equipment maintenance.
• Experience performing complex maintenance or repairs in challenging environments.
• Willingness to travel extensively across the fleet and work weekends/nights/extended hours.

Responsabilités

• Travel extensively across the company fleet, often with little notice.
• Perform large corrective maintenance and major component replacements on wind turbine generators.
• Execute precision mechanical work: replacement, torquing, alignment, fastener verification.
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems on wind turbines.
• Work safely at heights >300 ft and follow fall protection rules.
• Assist crane movements during component removal/installation with rigging.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and facilities; follow QA processes.
• Provide safety oversight and mentor others as needed.

Connaissances

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Industrial maintenance

Rigging practices

Crane operation coordination

High altitude work

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Formation

High School Grad / GED

Outils

Rigging equipment

Description du poste

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Wind Field Service Technician II - Major Components - Minco, OK

Date: Sep 16, 2026

Company: NextEra Energy

Requisition ID: 92846

NextEra Energy Resources is one of America’s largest wholesale electricity generators, harnessing diverse energy sources to power progress. We deliver tailored energy solutions that fuel economic growth, strengthen communities, and help customers achieve their energy goals. Ready to make a lasting impact? Take the next step in your career with us!

Position Specific Description

The Wind Field Service Technician – Major Component is a highly skilled, fleet-wide traveling role responsible for executing large corrective maintenance and major component replacements on wind turbine generators. This position plays a critical role in restoring turbine availability through complex mechanical and electrical work performed at heights exceeding 300 feet. The role requires strong technical aptitude, precision, and the ability to perform safely and effectively in fast-paced, high-pressure environments driven by weather and wind-window constraints.

Technicians in this role regularly support crane operations for major component replacements and must demonstrate a strong understanding of rigging practices, load control, and clear communication to safely direct crane movements during removal and installation of large turbine components.

Weekend, night, and extended-hour work is required, along with extensive travel across the company fleet, often with little or no advance notice.

Key Responsibilities

Under general supervision, the Wind Field Service Technician – Major Component will:

• Travel extensively across the entire company fleet, often with minimal advance notice
• Perform large corrective maintenance and major component replacements on wind turbine generators, including but not limited to gearboxes, generators, main bearings, blades, and other major assemblies
• Execute precision mechanical work such as component replacement, torquing, alignment, and critical fastener verification
• Perform advanced electrical and mechanical troubleshooting on wind turbine systems
• Work safely at heights of 300+ feet while adhering to all fall protection and rescue requirements
• Apply rigging principles to support safe lifting operations and assist in directing crane movements during component removal and installation
• Operate effectively in high-stress, time-sensitive environments driven by wind conditions, crane schedules, and outage windows
• Maintain, inspect, and properly use all company-supplied tools, equipment, vehicles, and facilities
• Apply a solid understanding of technical procedures, work instructions, and Quality Improvement (QI) processes
• Provide safety oversight to other personnel and serve as a safety mentor when required
• Promote and enforce a strong safety culture, including stop-work authority when conditions are unsafe
• Meet all attendance, travel, and availability requirements
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude with demonstrated experience in industrial or heavy equipment maintenance
• Proven experience performing complex maintenance or repairs in challenging environments
• Working knowledge of rigging practices, load dynamics, and hand signals or radio communication for crane operations
• Ability to safely work at extreme heights (300+ feet) and in varying weather conditions
• Ability to remain calm, focused, and effective in stressful, fast-paced situations with tight time constraints
• Strong communication skills and the ability to coordinate effectively with crane operators, supervisors, and team members
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively on a fleet-wide basis
• Availability for weekend, night, and extended-hour work as required
• Ability to meet all physical demands of the role, including climbing, lifting, and working in confined spaces

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience with major component replacements on wind turbines
• Crane and heavy lift support experience in wind, industrial, or construction environments
• Formal training or certification in rigging, lifting operations, or technical wind systems
• Experience serving in a safety leadership or mentoring role

Working Conditions

• Frequent work at heights exceeding 300 feet
• Outdoor work in varied and sometimes extreme weather conditions
• High travel percentage with variable schedules
• Physically demanding work in industrial environments

This position is critical to maintaining fleet reliability and requires individuals who are technically capable, safety-focused, and adaptable to dynamic work conditions.

Job Overview

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Travels extensively with little or no notice within the entire company fleet
• Performs maintenance and repair on wind turbine power generation equipment
• Performs electrical, electronic, and mechanical troubleshooting
• Maintains all company supplied equipment, facilities, and tooling
• Applies a general understanding of all technical and process functions as well as a solid understanding of the Quality Improvement (QI) processes
• Provides safety oversight to other personnel and may serve in the capacity of Safety mentor
• Ability to meet attendance requirements
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• High School Grad / GED
• Experience: 1.5+ years in a technical field, OR completion of a technical certificate/degree program
• Valid Driver's License (NON CDL)
• Ability to climb a wind turbine up to 300 feet
• Post-Offer Functional Capacity Eval

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree

NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members.

Employee Group: Non Exempt
Employee Type: Full Time
Job Category: Technicians - Wind/HV/Solar
Organization: NextEra Energy Operating Services, LLC
Relocation Provided: Yes, if applicable

NextEra Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law.

NextEra Energy provides reasonable accommodation in its application and selection process for qualified individuals, including accommodations related to compliance with conditional job offer requirements, consistent with federal, state, and local laws. Supporting medical or religious documentation will be required where applicable and permitted by applicable law. To request a reasonable accommodation, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] , providing your name, telephone number and the best time for us to reach you.

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Nearest Major Market: Dallas
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