Wind Technician 1

Socket.dev; Findlay (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

OnSite Partners seeks a Technician I to support inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of utility-scale wind turbines and related electrical and mechanical systems. This role works under a Foreman and assists with both scheduled preventive maintenance and unscheduled repairs to ensure safe, reliable turbine operation.

Responsibilities include climbing tall towers, inspecting components, and assisting with equipment replacements under supervision, while following LOTO, safety

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical/military training or related mechanical/electrical experience preferred.
• Ability to climb wind turbine towers (300+ feet) daily is required.
• Comfort working at heights and in confined spaces.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass background and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Assist with scheduled preventive maintenance on wind turbines.
• Support troubleshooting and repair of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Inspect and maintain components.
• Perform tower climbs to access nacelle and hub assemblies.
• Assist with major component replacements under supervision.
• System Operator on-call duties.
• Follow LOTO and arc-flash safety procedures.
• Maintain safety certifications and logs.

Skills

Climbing ability

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical aptitude

CMMS usage

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical/military training or related mechanical/electrical experience

Tools

Multimeters

Insulation testers

CMMS

Job description

OnSite Partners is seeking a Technician I to support the inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of utility-scale wind turbines and associated electrical and mechanical systems. Working under the supervision of a Foreman, this role assists with both scheduled preventive maintenance and unscheduled corrective repairs to ensure safe, reliable turbine operation.

This position involves work at heights, exposure to varying weather conditions, and interaction with electrical systems across multiple voltage classes.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with scheduled preventive maintenance on wind turbines
• Support troubleshooting and repair of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems
• Inspect and maintain components.
• Perform tower climbs to access nacelle and hub assemblies
• Assist with major component replacements under supervision
• System Operator on-call duties
• Support work on varying AC and DC voltage classes including:
  • Low-voltage control circuits
  • 480V-690V turbine power systems
  • Medium-voltage collection systems (as qualified and supervised)
• Assist with troubleshooting sensors, control systems, and SCADA interfaces
• Perform basic electrical testing using multimeters and insulation testers
• Follow lockout/tagout (LOTO) and arc-flash safety procedures
• Follow all company safety policies and OSHA standards
• Participate in job safety analyses (JSAs) and daily safety briefings
• Maintain required safety certifications (fall protection, confined space, rescue training)
• Maintain clean and organized work areas
• Complete maintenance logs and service reports
• Document findings and communicate issues to senior technicians
• Use computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) as required

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Technical school, military training, or related mechanical/electrical experience preferred
• Ability to climb wind turbine towers (300+ feet) daily
• Comfort working at heights and in confined spaces
• Basic mechanical aptitude
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to pass background check and drug screening

Preferred Qualifications

• Wind technician certificate or renewable energy training
• Basic electrical knowledge
• First Aid/CPR certification
• Previous industrial, construction, or mechanical experience
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification
• MSHA Part 46 certification
• Experience in industrial, utility-scale, or renewable energy environments
• Basic knowledge of NEC and NFPA 70E
• Experience working around medium- or high-voltage equipment
• Experience operating lifts or working at heights

Physical Requirements

• Ability to climb ladders vertically for extended distances
• Ability to lift 30 pounds
• Work outdoors in extreme weather conditions
• Stand, kneel, bend, and work
• Ability to stand, kneel, bend, and work in various physical positions for extended periods