Wind Turbine Technician

ACCIONA Energía; Texas; On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

On-call pay

Performance bonuses

15 days PTO

Job summary

ACCIONA Energía is seeking a Wind Turbine Technician to join a skilled team dedicated to maintaining wind turbines and related facilities. You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs to ensure optimal performance and reliability, while documenting activities thoroughly.

Requirements include 1–2 years of wind turbine experience or equivalent electrical work, ability to lift 50 pounds and climb tall ladders, and a high school diploma with a valid driver's license and

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of wind turbine technician experience or equivalent electrical experience.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds and climbing ladders; comfortable working outdoors.
• Hold a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to obtain a U.S. passport.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on wind turbines to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• Document maintenance activities to track turbine performance and operational trends; support root cause analyses.
• Collaborate with engineers and field teams to improve turbine reliability and efficiency.

Skills

Problem solving

Technical skills

Safety focus

Lifting ability

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

ACCIONA Energía is the biggest 100% renewable energy company with no fossil legacy in the world. With more than 30 years of experience and operations in 20 countries on five continents, ACCIONA Energía offers a wide portfolio of tailored energy solutions so that its corporate and institutional clients can meet their decarbonisation goals. This includes the development, engineering, construction, operation and maintenance of renewable power plants -mainly wind and photovoltaic technologies-, energy sales and management and marketing, energy services, self-consumption, electric mobility and new technologies such as storage and green hydrogen. ACCIONA Energía is governed by the most demanding environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) criteria.

ACCIONA Energia is seeking a Wind Turbine Technician to join a skilled team dedicated to maintaining wind turbines and their surrounding facilities. This role involves assembly, testing, repair, and preventive maintenance of turbine generators and related equipment while ensuring compliance with industry safety standards.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on wind turbines to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• Conduct safety analyses and maintain strict compliance with industry regulations, personal protective equipment (PPE) utilization, and operational standards.
• Accurately document all maintenance activities to track turbine performance and operational trends.
• Support root cause analyses for equipment failures.
• Collaborate with engineers and field teams to improve turbine reliability and efficiency.

Pay & Benefits

• Base Pay: $28 – $38 (based on experience, education, and skillset) plus on-call pay.
• 5% Annual Performance Bonus (based on individual performance and company metrics) and 5% Availability Bonus.
• Day 1 Benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), HSA company contributions, and FSA options.
• Benefits after 90 days: 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting, life insurance, disability coverage, paid parental leave, and other optional plans.
• 15 days of PTO (with 1 additional day per year of service), 9 public holidays, and 2 flexible holidays.
• $50 monthly reimbursement for health, wellness, or fitness-related memberships and equipment.
• Technician Progression Program: provides technical training in support of your career growth and compensation advancement as a technician.

Working Conditions

• All technicians are provided with the necessary tools and personal protective equipment (PPE) to work safely and efficiently.
• Uniform allowance to keep you equipped and comfortable on-site.
• GWO (Global Wind Organization) training and certifications to ensure compliance with international safety standards.
• All turbines are fitted with lifts to support elevated work tasks and reduce physical strain.

Qualifications

Required Skills and Competencies

• 1-2 years of wind turbine technician experience or equivalent electrical experience
• Hands-on problem solver who thrives in fast-paced environments, demonstrating strong technical skills and a commitment to safety.
• Experience with hand and power tools and can operate independently while maintaining high attention to detail.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds and climbing 300-foot ladders; comfortable working in outdoor environments.
• Hold a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to obtain a U.S. passport.
• Certification in medium and high-voltage equipment is preferred, along with a willingness to travel as needed.

As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.