Wind Technician: Tower Maintenance & Troubleshooting

invenergyllc; Cobb (WI); On-site; USD 84,501,000 - 143,185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401k and profit sharing

Paid time off

Job summary

Invenergy LLC in Montfort, WI is seeking a Wind Technician to operate and maintain the Red Barn Energy Center. You will perform routine mechanical and electrical maintenance on GE wind turbines and related equipment, climb towers daily with proper safety gear, and troubleshoot faults to keep systems running smoothly.

This is a safety sensitive position with a 40-hour week plus overtime during peak periods; a valid US work status and driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• One year technical experience (mechanical, electrical, etc.)
• 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

Mechanical and electrical maintenance

Climb towers safely

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical training or experience

Tools

GE wind turbine equipment

Job description

Invenergy LLC in Montfort, WI is seeking a Wind Technician to operate and maintain the Red Barn Energy Center. You will perform routine mechanical and electrical maintenance on GE wind turbines and related equipment, climb towers daily with proper safety gear, and troubleshoot faults to keep systems running smoothly.

This is a safety sensitive position with a 40-hour week plus overtime during peak periods; a valid US work status and driver’s license are required.