Wind Turbine Technician II - Patton, Pennsylvania

Vestas; Tyrone (Blair County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Wind Turbine Technician II to join their team in Tyrone, PA. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge wind energy technology while ensuring the optimal performance of wind turbines. As part of a dedicated team, you will conduct scheduled maintenance, troubleshoot faults, and perform repairs on turbine components. With a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork, this position promises a rewarding career path in the renewable energy sector. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to sustainability and make a significant impact in the field of green energy.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus of $2,500 USD

Dental and vision coverage

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in repair work on O&M turbine models.
• Strong mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic repair skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled service and fault analysis on wind turbines.
• Work at heights and in confined spaces, exposed to weather elements.

Skills

Safety-focused mindset

Team collaboration

Mechanical repair

Electrical repair

Hydraulic repair

Education

GWO Basic Safety Training (BST)

GWO Basic Technical Training (BTT)

GWO Advanced Rescue Training (ART)

LOTO 2 certification

Job description

Wind Turbine Technician II - Patton, Pennsylvania

Posted: 22 April 2025

Requisition ID: 64312

Location(s): Tyrone, PA, US; Meyersdale, PA, US

Work experience: Skilled Worker / Semi-Skilled Worker

Type of position: Full-Time

Job Family: Field Operations

Wind Turbine Technician II

Patton, PA - 2 openings

At Vestas, we’re not just offering you a job, but an opportunity to elevate your career. If you’re equipped with Basic Safety Training (BST), Basic Technical Training (BTT), and Advanced Rescue Training (ART) certifications from the Global Wind Organization (GWO), consider yourself already one step ahead! To show our appreciation for the expertise you bring along, we’re excited to offer a $2,500 USD / $3,300 CAD sign-on bonus.

WHO WE ARE

At Vestas, we live our company values of Accountability, Collaboration, Simplicity, and Passion. In an innovative and evolving industry, we change quickly to meet the needs of our customers. Our motivation is to preserve the environment through sustainable energy solutions. If this aligns with your values and enthusiasm, we want to hear from you!

A DAY IN THE LIFE

In this position, you’ll use your skills and experience to perform scheduled service, fault analysis/troubleshooting, and potential main component or blade work on wind turbines. During a typical day, you will work at heights and in confined spaces while being exposed to the elements of weather. At this new site startup near Patton, PA, you will typically work 5 days a week and 8-10 hours a day. You could also have an on-call rotation for off-work hours (weekends). In this position, you would travel more the first 6-9 months for on-the-job training at other site/s before this site location is up and running.

MORE ABOUT YOU

• You will need a safety-focused mindset
• Your positive attitude will contribute to your ability to work in a team environment
• You will bring a LOTO 2 certification with at least 3 years of extensive repair work on other O&M turbine models/platforms
• You have performed mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic repair work pertaining to main component replacements such as gearboxes, main bearings, generators, transformers, and blades in the wind industry

WHAT YOU’LL RECEIVE

We offer an attractive salary and one of the most comprehensive benefits plans in the industry, including:

• Great benefits coverage that includes dental and vision
• Tuition assistance

It is the policy of Vestas to afford equal employment opportunity without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, or national origin, and to afford equal opportunity to veterans and individuals with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, provincial, or local law. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative within the People & Culture department.

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DEIB Statement

At Vestas, we recognise the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us power the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.

About Vestas

Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We specialize in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than our competitors in the renewable energy arena. We consider ourselves forerunners within the industry, as Vestas continuously aims to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 185 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, Vestas has an unmatched history demonstrating our expertise within the field. With 30,000 employees globally, Vestas is a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future. Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to creating and sustaining an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives, and gives everyone equal access to opportunity. To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.