Wind Turbine Tech

Wanzek; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Flexible spending account

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Job summary

MasTec, Inc. is seeking a Wind Turbine Technician to perform installation, inspection, and maintenance of wind turbines across the US. The role requires extensive travel, climbing towers, and a strong safety focus to ensure reliable operation and quick issue resolution.

You will diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair turbine components while adhering to safety policies and industry standards. A high school diploma and TWIC (or ability to obtain) are required or preferred wind-energy credentials.

Qualifications

• Require high school diploma or equivalent and ability to obtain TWIC.
• Technical wind-energy degree/certificate preferred; two years wind turbine experience preferred.
• Safety practices and protocols (LOTO, etc.) familiar.
• Valid driver's license; CDL preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret basic drawings and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Promote and comply with all Company and safety policies and procedures.
• Work in and around wind turbines; climb multiple wind towers daily.
• Interact professionally with customers and coworkers daily.
• Install, inspect, maintain, operate and repair wind turbines.
• Diagnose and fix issues that could shut down or impact operation.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical malfunctions.
• Perform routine maintenance on wind turbines and test components.

Skills

Climb towers / ladders

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Read drawings & schematics

Basic computer skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

TWIC card or ability to obtain TWIC

Wind energy related technical degree/certificate (preferred)

Tools

Power tools

Hydraulic tools

Job description

Overview

This position is responsible for daily operations and maintenance of wind turbines. This will require an extensive amount of travel throughout the US. This person must have a safety first attitude with an understanding of doing the job right the first time.

Responsibilities

• Promote and comply with all Company and safety policies and procedures
• Working in and around wind turbines Climb multiple wind towers on a daily basis
• Ability to professionally interact with customers and coworkers on a daily basis
• Demonstrate safety as a top priority Install, inspect, maintain, operate and repair wind turbines
• Diagnose and fix any problem that could cause the turbine to be shut down unexpectedly or fail to operate properly
• Climb towers to inspect, troubleshoot, or repair turbine equipment
• Perform routine maintenance on wind turbines
• Test electrical components and systems, as well as mechanical and hydraulic systems
• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical malfunctions
• Service underground transmission systems, wind field substations, or fiber optic sensing and control systems
• Replace worn or malfunctioning components
• Others duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education and work experience requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent Must possess an active
• Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) or have the ability to obtain a TWIC Card
• Technical 2 or 4-year degree or certificate wind energy or related preferred Minimum two (2) years' experience working in and around wind turbine, specifically for troubleshooting and preventative maintenance, or one (1) years experience and degree or certificate
• Ability to demonstrate basic industrial safety practices / protocols including LOTO Experience using basic power and hydraulic tools
• Valid Driver's License (CDL Preferred)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow directions with precise execution
• Basic computer operation skills and familiarity with Internet-based program navigation
• Ability to read, interpret and understand basic drawings and schematics

Knowledge, skills, and abilities required

• Ability to climb stairs and ladders up to 125 meters in height
• Able to work in demanding physical and inclement weather conditions
• Able to maintain certifications required to perform the work, including but not limited to: First Aid / CPR, Tower Climb and Rescue, LOTO, Arc Flash, etc.
• Comfort working remotely in a turbine as part of a team with limited supervisory interaction
• Take reasonable care of your own and others' health and safety and of those who may be affected by the day-to-day delivery of this role by taking personal responsibility for working toward Wanzek's Zero Injury principles
• Read, analyze and interpret technical procedures, reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals
• Effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public
• Add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals
• Common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form
• Deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
• Ability to use hydraulic tension and torque tooling Knowledge of entering and exiting the rotor
• This includes locking out the rotor. Knowledge of using the internal chain hoist

What's in it for you

Financial Wellbeing

• Compensation: $20.00 - $36.00/hourly, commensurate with experience
• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
• 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partnership.

MasTec, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.