Wind Technician - Tower-Climbing & Field Maintenance

Invenergy LLC; Watertown (SD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401k

Paid time off

Job summary

Invenergy LLC is seeking a Wind Technician at the Deuel County Energy Center in South Dakota to operate and maintain a 301 MW wind facility.

You will perform routine maintenance on GE turbines, climb towers daily, diagnose faults, and ensure safety and reliability. The role requires outdoor work in varied weather, lifting up to 45 kg, and compliance with safety protocols, with a 40-hour week plus overtime.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One (1) year technical experience (mechanical, electrical, etc.) and/or technical education.
• Must be able to work outdoors in inclement weather, climb ladders without assistance, and work at heights greater than 80 meters (250 feet).
• Ability to move and manipulate up to 45 kg (100 pounds).
• Weight must not exceed 120 kg (265 lbs.) excluding equipment/gear worn when performing job related tasks.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine mechanical and electrical maintenance on GE wind turbine and associated equipment.
• Climb wind turbine towers daily, wearing all required safety equipment, to inspect, maintain, or repair equipment.
• Understand electrical and mechanical functions of all components of a wind turbine generator and associated equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical faults; repair and/or replace components.
• Maintain company tooling, facilities and equipment and a clean safe work environment.
• Work a 40 hour work week and be subject to scheduled and unscheduled overtime. The work schedule will vary during the peak maintenance periods.

Skills

Outdoor work

Safety compliance

Tower access experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical education / 1 year experience

Tools

GE wind turbine knowledge

Job description

Invenergy LLC is seeking a Wind Technician at the Deuel County Energy Center in South Dakota to operate and maintain a 301 MW wind facility.

You will perform routine maintenance on GE turbines, climb towers daily, diagnose faults, and ensure safety and reliability. The role requires outdoor work in varied weather, lifting up to 45 kg, and compliance with safety protocols, with a 40-hour week plus overtime.