Wind Technician II (Intermediate Level) - Sholes Wind - Randolph, NE

NextEra Energy; Randolph (NE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits including 401k & Pension

Relocation benefits may be available

Job summary

NextEra Energy is seeking a Wind Technician II at Sholes Wind in Randolph, NE. You will maintain and troubleshoot wind turbines, ensuring safety and reliability across the site.

The role involves field-based maintenance, diagnostics, and contributing to long-term performance and profitability. Responsibilities include following OSHA guidelines, Lean Six Sigma participation, and mentoring junior technicians.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1.5+ years in a technical field OR completed technical certificate/degree.
• Valid driver’s license (non CDL) required.
• Ability to climb wind turbines up to 300 feet.
• Post-offer Functional Capacity Eval required.

Responsibilities

• Performs regular preventative maintenance and repair on wind turbine power generation equipment.
• Completes 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 within designated time frames.
• Able to meet attendance requirements.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Technical field experience

Electrical/mechanical aptitude

Safety consciousness

Education

High School Grad / GED

Associate's Degree

Job description

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Wind Technician II (Intermediate Level) - Sholes Wind - Randolph, NE

Location(s): Randolph, NE, US, 68771

Company: NextEra Energy

Requisition ID: 98758

NextEra Energy Resources is one of America's largest wholesale electricity generators, harnessing diverse energy sources to power progress. We deliver tailored energy solutions that fuel economic growth, strengthen communities, and help customers achieve their energy goals. Ready to make a lasting impact? Take the next step in your career with us!

Position Specific Description

Join the leading infrastructure developer as a Wind Technician at NextEra Energy. As a Wind Technician, you will be the critical front-line to ensure the safe and optimal performance of all wind farm operations. You will primarily focus on the safe execution of field-based equipment maintenance, diagnostics, as well as long-term reliability and profitability. Additional duties may include:

• Implementing Operation Safety Policy Instructions, conducting field work in compliance with OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) applicable regulations, encourage good employee safety practices, and drive an unparalleled employee safety culture
• Participating in Business Lean Six Sigma processes and projects
• Recruiting and developing other technicians for the ongoing development of the team
• Supporting the site manager for all phases of timely safety and environmental reporting, financial reporting, and turbine availability
• Collaborating closely with internal NextEra users to develop and implement operation focused feedback and solutions for planned and unplanned maintenance, improvement projects, development, and financial performance
• Presenting a positive, professional representation of NextEra Energy in the community and with the customer

We offer competitive pay, bonus, benefits (including 401k & Pension) and career development and advancement opportunities. Relocation benefits may also be available! Join NextEra Energy's Power Generation Team

Employees in this role perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on wind turbines and other associated equipment. Individuals understand the mechanics, including both electrical and maintenance of hydraulics, of all wind turbine components. This position replaces mechanical and electrical components, understands schematics and uses appropriate diagnostic tools. The successful candidate will interpret fault reports, maintain power generation reports, service logs in the computer database, and monitor turbine performance and SCADA systems.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs regular preventative maintenance and repair on wind turbine power generation equipment
• Completes 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 within designated time frames
• Able to meet attendance requirements
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• High School Grad / GED
• Experience: 1.5+years in a technical field, OR completion of a technical certificate/degree program
• Valid Driver's License (NON CDL)
• Ability to climb a wind turbine up to 300 feet
• Post-Offer Functional Capacity Eval

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's Degree

NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members.

Employee Group: Non Exempt
Employee Type: Full Time
Job Category: Technicians - Wind/HV/Solar
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