Wind Technician

Westinghouse Electric Company; Piedmont (SC); Remote; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

Job summary

A leading energy solutions company is seeking a Traveling Wind Technician to support clean energy initiatives. The role involves diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing wind turbine systems and components. Candidates must hold a valid driver's license and be willing to travel extensively. A high school diploma or GED and preferred certifications like GWO BST, ART are required. The position offers competitive pay and various benefits, emphasizing a commitment to employee well-being.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license for operating company vehicles.
• 100% travel required for the job.
• Preferred GWO BST, ART certificate to qualify.
• Valid Driver's License required to operate company vehicle.
• 100% travel is required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose issues with wind turbine generators or control systems.
• Climb towers for inspection, maintenance, or repairs.
• Test electrical components using various tools.
• Start or restart wind turbine generator systems to ensure proper operations.
• Troubleshoot or repair mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical malfunctions related to wind systems.

Skills

GWO BST, ART certificate

Valid Driver's License

Background Check

Drug Screening

Climb wind turbine towers

Inspect mechanical equipment

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Driver's License

Job description

Contact Recruiter: Theresa Theresa Phillips

Recruiter Email: [e-mail]

Traveling Wind Technician- Contract

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At WECTEC Staffing Services, a wholly owned subsidiary of Westinghouse Electric Company LLC, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

Your Day-to-Day

• Diagnose problems involving wind turbine generators or control systems.
• Climb wind turbine towers to inspect, maintain, or repair equipment.
• Test electrical components of wind systems with devices such as voltage testers, multimeters, oscilloscopes, infrared testers, or fiber optic equipment.
• Start or restart wind turbine generator systems to ensure proper operations.
• Troubleshoot or repair mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical malfunctions related to variable pitch systems, variable speed control systems, converter systems, or related components.
• Maintain tool and spare parts inventories required for repair, installation, or replacement services.
• Perform routine maintenance on wind turbine equipment, underground transmission systems, wind fields substations, or fiber optic sensing and control systems.
• Test structures, controls, mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical systems, according to test plans or in coordination with engineers.
• Collect turbine data for testing or research and analysis.
• Inspect or repair fiberglass turbine blades.
• Train end‑users, distributors, installers, or other technicians in wind commissioning, testing, or other technical procedures.
• Operate manufacturing equipment to fabricate wind turbines.
• Assist in assembly of individual wind generators or construction of wind farms.
• Repair green energy equipment or systems.
• Climb equipment or structures to access work areas.
• Test electrical circuits or components for proper functioning.
• Troubleshoot equipment or systems operation problems.
• Maintain work equipment or machinery.
• Test electrical equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.
• Test mechanical systems to ensure proper functioning.
• Measure equipment outputs.
• Inspect mechanical equipment to locate damage, defects, or wear.
• Fabricate parts or components.
• Assemble structural components.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Who You Are

As a successful candidate, you will bring the following to the team:

• GWO BST, ART certificate (preferred)
• High School Diploma / GED
• Pass Background Check and Drug Screening
• Valid Driver's License (required to operate company vehicle)
• 100% Travel required.

Why WECTEC Staffing Services?

WECTEC Staffing Services provides customer‑focused solutions; offerings ranging from high‑volume and low‑cost to specialized niche solutions, never compromising on delivering best‑in‑class customer service to both our clients and our employees each day.

WECTEC Staffing Services offers competitive pay to all our employees. Additionally, most positions qualify for benefits including the following:

• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

WECTEC Staffing Services continues to successfully place professional and technical resources into key roles globally. You can learn more by visiting www.wectecstaffing.com

You can submit your completed application, and also explore other available options, using the following link: careers.westinghousenuclear.com

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