Wind Turbine Technician I - Field Maintenance & Travel

PRIMORIS USA; TX, United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company is looking for a wind turbine technician in Wisconsin to handle daily operations and maintenance tasks. Applicants should have a safety-first attitude, meet educational requirements, and possess mechanical skills. Responsibilities include climbing turbines, performing diagnostics, and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience working in wind turbine maintenance.
• Must possess or obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC).
• Valid Driver’s License required; CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, maintain, and repair wind turbines.
• Climb towers for troubleshooting and repairs.
• Comply with company and safety policies.

Skills

Safety awareness

Mechanical aptitude

Basic computer skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work in inclement weather

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Technical degree or certificate in wind energy

Tools

Hydraulic tools

Basic power tools

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

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.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Promote and comply with all Company and safety policies and procedures.
• Work in and around wind turbines.
• Climb multiple wind towers on a daily basis.
• 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.
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess an active Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) or can obtain a TWIC card.
• Technical 2 or 4-year degree or certificate wind energy or related preferred.
• Minimum one (1) years’ experience working in and around wind turbine, specifically for troubleshooting and preventative maintenance, or wind energy degree or certificate.
• Experience using basic power and hydraulic tools.
• Valid Driver’s License. (CDL Preferred).

PREFERRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Take reasonable care of your own and others’ health and safety and of those who may be affected in the day-to-day delivery of this role by taking personal responsibility for working to 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 measuring using whole number, common fractions, and decimals.
• Basic 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Ability to demonstrate basic industrial safety practices / protocols including LOTO.
• Comfort working remotely in a turbine as part of a team with limited supervisory interaction.

Benefits:

• 401k w/employer match
• Health/Dental/Vision insurance plans
• Paid time off
• Stock purchase plan
  
  

Physical Requirements:

• Must comply with client safety requirements (e.g., clean-shaven, long sleeves, steel-toe boots).
• Must pass a physical exam if required.
• Able to:
  • Climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding, and stairways.
  • Stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and work at heights or in confined spaces (e.g., towers, vessels, excavations).
  • Lift and carry up to 50 lbs. (Use assistance for heavier loads).
  • Stand or walk for extended periods on uneven surfaces (dirt, concrete, asphalt, mud, gravel).
• Must be able to wear a respirator and other PPE when required.

Work Location:

• Industrial construction sites and/or fabrication shops.

Mobility Barriers:

• Uneven ground
• Obstructed pathways
• Work at low/high elevations
• Confined workspaces

Environmental Conditions:

• Predominantly outdoor work
• Exposure to:
  • Extreme heat or cold
  • Humidity, rain, and other weather conditions
  • Loud noise from tools and machinery
  • Potential chemical exposure
    
    

Company Overview:

Primoris Services Corporation is a premier specialty contractor providing critical infrastructure services to the utility, energy, and renewables markets throughout the United States and Canada. Built on a foundation of trust, we deliver a range of engineering, construction, and maintenance services that power, connect, and enhance society. On projects spanning utility-scale solar, renewables, power delivery, communications, and transportation infrastructure, we offer unmatched value to our clients, a safe and entrepreneurial culture to our employees, and innovation and excellence to our communities. To learn more, visit www.prim.com and follow us on social media at @PrimorisServicesCorporation.

Benefits:

• 401k w/employer match
• Paid time off
• Health/Dental/Vision insurance plans
• Stock purchase plan

Agency Statement:

We are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for this position. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Primoris Talent Acquisition Manager directly for consideration. Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes and online response forms through this source. In addition, Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees on unsolicited resumes that are submitted to any member of the Staffing or Operations team. Primoris has established an approved vendor program for this service and will only consider accepting submissions from those approved firms. For consideration in becoming an approved vendor, contactHR.