Wind Turbine Technician

Alliant Energy; Grinnell (IA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Alliant Energy is looking for a Wind Technician to perform hands-on maintenance, troubleshooting, inspections and repairs on wind turbines and related systems. You will handle electrical, mechanical, and control tasks, monitor performance, and keep detailed records.

The role requires a safety-focused approach, ability to read blueprints, climb towers, and operate in a collaborative environment with a strong emphasis on reliability and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Wind turbine tech training or 2 years of electronics study beyond high school.
• Strong problem-solving and teamwork skills.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Perform wind farm operations, inspections and maintenance.
• Troubleshoot, calibrate, repair, and inspect electrical, mechanical and instrumentation systems.
• Monitor turbine performance and maintain testing records.
• Operate and use tools safely and follow procedures.

Skills

Problem solving

Team coordination

Computer literacy

Reading blueprints

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical knowledge

Tower climb

Education

High School Diploma

Wind turbine training

Tools

PLC basics

Job description

Grow your career with Alliant Energy!At Alliant Energy, our purpose is to serve customers and build stronger communities. Our employees make a difference every day by using their personal energy to bring this purpose to life.Union Details (If applicable)IBEW Local 204 (Large Group)Seniority Group (Local 965 Only) and Business UnitOperations-IA Generation IPLNumber of Positions Available1Salary GradeU104491Career BandJourneyJob CodeJ05085Pay Range$58.44 - $58.44Alliant Energy offers a comprehensive total rewards package including competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information on these benefit programs is available on our Careers site.Training LocationsResidency RequirementTravel time from your primary residence to your assigned headquarters must be 120 minutes or less under normal driving conditions.Job DescriptionTurn your technical skills into a career in renewable energy. As a Wind Technician, you’ll perform hands-on maintenance, troubleshooting, inspections, and repairs on wind turbines and related electrical and mechanical systems. If you’re mechanically inclined, safety-focused, and enjoy solving problems in the field, this could be a great fit.Job SummaryPerforms a variety of work connected with the operations, maintenance inspections and testing of wind turbine sites. Performs varied electrical, mechanical, and instrument and control activities and other duties necessary to maintain the generation facility to which they are assigned.What you will doPerforms such wind farm operations, inspections and maintenance as may be assigned such as:Performs electrical, mechanical, instrument and control and PLC troubleshooting, maintaining, calibrating, repairing, cleaning, inspecting and constructing of equipment and systems for the generation facility.Maintains performance monitoring and control equipment, including programmable logic controllers (PLC’s). Monitors wind turbine performance. Keeps testing records as assigned.Maintains warehouse, orders supplies as needed.Performs regular inspections of electrical system.Participates during overhauls of all related plant equipment.Performs routine tests.Performs routine predictive maintenance activities including, thermography, vibration analysis, oil and cooling water sampling.Operates and/or obtains information from various mechanical and electrical devices used to support specific equipment diagnostics or work activities; gathers, interprets and logs data.Is proficient in the use of machine tools and various hand powered tools as job needs dictate.Operates mobile and heavy equipment to perform maintenance tasks.Supports safety, plant reliability, productivity, and plant efficiency improvements by participating in various continuous improvement activities.Performs all work according to established procedures and safety practices.Performs various generating plant and shop area housekeeping functions.Performs other duties which are similar, related, or incidental to this position.Education RequirementsHigh School diploma or GEDRequired Experience2 years wind turbine technical college or 2 years of experience on wind turbines2 years of electronic study beyond high school or 2 years of experience in electronics workOther RequirementsMust possess a valid driver’s license.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesDemonstrated ability to solve problemsDemonstrated ability to coordinate work and work with othersStrong sense of personal and technical responsibilityBeginner to intermediate computer literacyBasic software skillsPossesses skills in basic electricity - mathKnowledge in theory and skill in non-structural weldingMechanical comprehensionAbility to work from blueprints, diagrams, drawings, and specificationsKnowledge of plant operations and systemsMust possess technical abilityMust be able to climb the towerKnowledge of company safety rulesHigh degree of mechanical and/or electrical aptitudeAbility to perform the physical requirements of the jobAbility to work effectively in a collaborative and inclusive work environment.Knowledge of regulatory requirementsOur people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you.Our ValuesLive Safety. Everyone. Always | Make Things Better | Care For Others | Do The Right Thing | Act For Tomorrow | Think Beyond. Be BoldAlliant Energy and its subsidiaries are committed to creating a culture of belonging and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by law.Disclaimer:The above information on this description has been crafted to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not crafted to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.Applicants in need of a reasonable accommodation for any part of the hiring process, please email [e-mail] End Date:November 21, 2026