Wind Turbine Maintenance Technician I

Nordex SE; Rio Hondo (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical Insurance

HSA

FSA

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with Employer Match

Student Debt Repayment

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Nordex SE is seeking a Service Technician I to support the safe and reliable operation of wind turbine generators at our Rio Hondo site. You will perform routine maintenance, assist with troubleshooting, and document work activities to help maximize turbine availability and overall service performance.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, readiness to work outdoors, and the ability to travel up to 10% for training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical, wind energy, or engineering education preferred.
• 0-2 years of experience in wind energy, industrial maintenance, mechanical, electrical, construction, or a related field
• Experience using hand tools and power tools
• Strong work ethic with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Comfortable working at heights of up to 300 feet and climbing wind turbine towers daily
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds and work in physically demanding environments
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and confined spaces
• Ability to work rotating shifts, overtime, weekends, holidays, and participate in an on-call schedule
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet company driving requirements
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Passport and travel up to 10% for training or support at other sites
• Ability to obtain and maintain required safety and technical certifications, including working with medium- and high-voltage equipment
• Must meet OSHA/ANSI weight requirements (265 lbs. or less) and successfully complete a pre-employment physical

Responsibilities

• Perform routine wind turbine maintenance and basic repairs following established procedures
• Assist with troubleshooting and resolving equipment issues under the guidance of experienced technicians
• Complete maintenance reports, track work activities, and manage service tickets
• Support inventory and material management, including receiving, organizing, and tracking parts and tools
• Prepare tools, materials, and documentation needed for scheduled work
• Follow all safety procedures, including PPE inspections, toolbox talks, vehicle inspections, and incident reporting
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and turbine performance
• Work closely with team members and support additional site operations as needed

Skills

Work ethic

Team player

Safety awareness

Outdoor work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Nordex SE is seeking a Service Technician I to support the safe and reliable operation of wind turbine generators at our Rio Hondo site. You will perform routine maintenance, assist with troubleshooting, and document work activities to help maximize turbine availability and overall service performance.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, readiness to work outdoors, and the ability to travel up to 10% for training.