Wind Technician

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

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical, dental & vision care

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Clearway Energy Group is seeking a Wind Technician to support wind turbine maintenance and ensure safe, efficient turbine operation at our Texas site. The role spans Level I–III with pay ranges defined by the technician level and qualifications.

Responsibilities include mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical maintenance, troubleshooting SCADA systems, and documenting work. A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel are required, with on-call work as needed.

Qualifications

• Follow safety procedures and maintain a safe working environment.
• Assist in wind turbine mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical maintenance.
• Document all work, parts used, and time spent using service reporting procedures.
• Assist in troubleshooting and repair of SCADA communication systems.
• Operate and maintain a service vehicle.
• Maintain hand tools in good working order and organized.
• Work a flexible on-call schedule when needed (nights/weekends/holidays).
• Progress as a technician and take guidance from superiors.
• Help in all areas of site operations as directed by Site Lead and Site Manager.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical problems on wind turbines.
• Lead maintenance crews as needed in Level II/III scope.
• Read and understand electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Utilize electrical test equipment for troubleshooting and testing.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Basic electrical knowledge

Schematic reading

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree in electrical or technical field

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

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 Responsibilities

• 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.
• Documents all work performed, parts used and time spent using computer based service reporting procedures.
• Assist in troubleshooting and repair of 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 Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED required or willing to obtain within the first 6 months of employment.
• Able to climb towers unassisted up to 300 feet. 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 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 Qualifications (Additions)

• An Associate’s degree (electrical or technical) and six months turbine experience, or a high school diploma/GED and one‑year 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 Qualifications (Additions)

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

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

Benefits

Clearway offers all eligible employees working 20+ hours per week a comprehensive menu of benefits: generous PTO, medical, dental & vision care, HSAs with company contributions, health FSAs, dependent daycare FSAs, commuter benefits, relocation, and a 401(k) plan with employer match, a variety of life & accident insurances, fertility programs, adoption assistance, generous parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and benefits for employees in same‑sex marriages, civil unions & domestic partnerships.

Equal Opportunity & Accommodation Statement

Clearway Energy Group is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience & expertise. We intentionally foster a culture of inclusion that empowers our employees to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities & protected veterans to join the team. Clearway is a proud promoter of employment opportunities for our Military & Veterans. We will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to apply and compete for employment opportunities for which they are qualified. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

California Applicants Notice

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.