Wind Turbine Technician II

Vestas; Illinois; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in renewable energy seeks a Wind Turbine Technician II to perform maintenance and troubleshooting on wind turbines. This full-time role offers opportunities for growth and a comprehensive benefits package, including a sign-on bonus. Ideal candidates will have mechanical or electrical experience and a safety-focused mindset.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

State-of-the-art training program

Paid Time Off (PTO) — 3 weeks accrued

401(k) plan

Global bonus

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical experience; wind experience and certification are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled maintenance, fault analysis, troubleshooting, and main component or blade work on wind turbines.
• Work at heights, in confined spaces, and outdoors.

Skills

Safety-focused mindset

Positive attitude

Teamwork skills

Problem-solving abilities

Job description

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Position Details:

1. Type: Skilled Worker / Semi-Skilled Worker | Full-Time | Field Operations
2. Location: Panther Grove 1 / Woodford, IL - 36 miles east of Peoria, IL; 30 miles north of Bloomington

At Vestas, we offer more than a job — an opportunity to advance your career. Candidates with Basic Safety Training (BST), Basic Technical Training (BTT), and Advanced Rescue Training (ART) certifications from the Global Wind Organization (GWO) are encouraged to apply. We also provide a sign-on bonus of $2,500 USD / $3,300 CAD.

About Us:

Vestas values Accountability, Collaboration, Simplicity, and Passion. We are committed to environmental sustainability through innovative energy solutions. Our Fowler Ridge Wind Farm in Indiana is one of North America’s largest wind farms.

A Day in the Life:

You will perform scheduled maintenance, fault analysis, troubleshooting, and main component or blade work on wind turbines. The role involves working at heights, in confined spaces, and outdoors. Typical shifts are 5 days a week, 8 hours per day, with overtime and on-call options. Travel up to 10% annually may be required to support other sites. Opportunities for growth and advancement are available.

Candidate Requirements:

• Safety-focused mindset
• Positive attitude, teamwork skills, initiative
• Problem-solving abilities
• 2-3 years of mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical experience; wind experience and certification are a plus

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including benefits coverage within the first month
• State-of-the-art training program
• Paid Time Off (PTO) — 3 weeks accrued
• 401(k) plan and global bonus

Vestas is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants requiring accommodations during the application process should contact our People & Culture department.