Wind Technician I: Field Maintenance & Safety Champion

NextEra Energy; Vernon (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Pension

Job summary

NextEra Energy is seeking a Wind Technician III (Entry Level) in Vernon, TX to support wind farm operations and field-based maintenance. You will perform preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs to ensure safe, reliable performance of turbines.

The role emphasizes safety culture, compliance with OSHA, and collaboration with site teams. Competitive benefits are offered including 401(k) and pension options.

Qualifications

• High School Grad / GED.
• Experience: 0+ years.
• Valid Driver's License (NON CDL).
• Ability to climb a wind turbine up to 300 feet.
• Post-Offer Functional Capacity Eval.

Responsibilities

• Performs regular preventative maintenance on wind turbine power generation equipment.
• Conducts electrical, electronic, and mechanical troubleshooting.
• Maintains all company supplied equipment, facilities and tooling.
• Applies basic understanding of the technical and process functions.
• Manages own training schedules and meets all training requirements.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Climb wind turbine

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree (preferred)

Job description

NextEra Energy is seeking a Wind Technician III (Entry Level) in Vernon, TX to support wind farm operations and field-based maintenance. You will perform preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs to ensure safe, reliable performance of turbines.

The role emphasizes safety culture, compliance with OSHA, and collaboration with site teams. Competitive benefits are offered including 401(k) and pension options.