Wind Technician

Clearway Energy Group; Bruni (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Clearway Energy Group is hiring a Wind Technician in Bruni, Texas to assist with maintenance on wind turbine mechanical, hydraulic, and electric components. This role ensures safe and efficient turbine operation.

The position offers competitive pay ranging from $45,000 to $90,000, depending on experience and qualifications. Candidates must have at least a high school diploma, be able to work at heights, and possess mechanical skills.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid driver's license and good driving record.
• Able to work in confined spaces and at heights of up to 300 feet.
• Knowledge of electrical components and ability to read schematics.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance on wind turbine components.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain a safe working environment.
• Document all work performed using computer-based systems.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Basic electrical knowledge

Ability to climb towers

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree (electrical or technical)

Tools

Various hand tools

Electrical test equipment

Job description

What The Role Is

Reporting to the Wind Site Manager, the Wind Technician is responsible for assisting in the performance of wind turbine mechanical, hydraulic, and electric component maintenance. The primary objective is to maintain safe, effective, efficient, and profitable wind turbine operation.

Wind Technician levels are defined below, and the ranges will be determined based on the qualifications met.

Pay Ranges by Job Level:

• Wind Technician I ($45,000 - $66,000)
• Wind Technician II ($52,000 - $74,000)
• Wind Technician III ($63,000 - $90,000)

What You’ll Be Doing

Level I

• Follow safety procedures, observe safe working practices, and maintain a safe working environment.
• Assist in the performance of wind turbine mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical component maintenance.
• Document all work performed, parts used, and time spent using computer-based service reporting procedures.
• Assist in troubleshooting and repairing SCADA communication systems.
• Operate and maintain a service vehicle.
• Maintain hand tools in good working order and well‑organized.
• Work a flexible on‑call schedule when needed. This may include weeknights, weekends, and holidays.
• Willingness to progress as a technician and take guidance from superiors.
• Help in all areas of site operations as directed by Site Lead and Site Manager with minimal supervision.
• Other duties as assigned within the level I scope.

Level II & III (additions)

• Troubleshoot complicated mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical problems on variable pitch, variable speed wind turbines.
• Assist in the training and development of lower‑level operation and maintenance personnel.
• Perform all mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical component maintenance, repair, and replacement to correct malfunctions.
• Read and understand electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Use electrical test equipment to assist in troubleshooting and testing.
• Lead maintenance and troubleshooting crews as necessary.
• Safely perform LOTO and mentor lower‑level technicians in LOTO.
• Perform balance of plant and switchyard work as required.
• Other duties as assigned within the level II or III scope, respectively.

What You’ll Bring

Level I

• A high school diploma or GED is required, or willing to obtain within the first 6 months of employment.
• Able to climb towers unassisted up to 300 feet. The job will require standing outside the nacelle and nosecone at the top of the turbine. Able to work safely in a confined space.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and good driving record.
• Possess demonstrable mechanical aptitude and basic electrical knowledge. Able to work with electrical wires and differentiate between color‑coded wires.
• Able to safely work in a wide range of adverse climates and environments.
• Able to travel as required.
• Knowledge of and the ability to use various hand tools.
• Ability to read schematics and wiring diagrams is preferred.
• Able to communicate verbally and in writing, and able to work without direct supervision during the performance of work.
• Able to create, edit, or modify Microsoft Word and Excel documents.
• Able to meet the requirements of Clearway Energy Group’s Qualified Electrical Worker program.

Level II (Additions)

• An Associate’s degree (electrical or technical) and six months of turbine experience, or a high school diploma/GED and one year of wind turbine experience.
• Able to work with electrical wires and differentiate between color‑coded wires.
• Have an in-depth understanding of the different components of the wind turbine, including the electrical pitch system, computerized control system, and the power conversion unit, as well as knowledge and understanding of OEM‑approved mechanical maintenance methods and practices.
• Possess the skills to perform mechanical and electrical equipment repairs.

Level III (Additions)

• An Associate’s degree (electrical or technical) and two years of turbine experience, or a high school diploma/GED and three years of wind turbine experience.

If you don’t meet 100% of the above qualifications but see yourself contributing, please submit your resume.

What Would Be Nice

• Previous experience in SAP is preferred.

Equal Opportunity

Clearway Energy is strongly committed to a philosophy of equal opportunity and fully complies with equal employment laws, ordinances, and regulations for all applicants and employees. We will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to apply and compete for employment opportunities for which they are qualified.

Clearway Energy is strongly committed to a philosophy of equal opportunity and fully complies with equal employment laws, ordinances, and regulations for all applicants and employees.

Clearway will not sponsor nonimmigrant visas for this position (H-1B, TN, E‑3, etc.).