Wind Turbine Technician II - Primoris Renewable Energy O&M

-; Texas; On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier specialty contractor in the energy sector is seeking a dedicated Wind Turbine Technician to ensure the operational integrity of wind turbines across the United States. This role involves climbing wind towers, performing routine inspections, and executing maintenance tasks with a strong emphasis on safety. The ideal candidate will have a passion for renewable energy and a commitment to excellence. Join a company that values innovation, teamwork, and the well-being of its employees while contributing to critical infrastructure projects that enhance society. If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge, we encourage you to apply!

Benefits

401k w/employer match

Health/Dental/Vision insurance plans

Paid time off

10 paid holidays

Stock purchase plan

Qualifications

• Minimum two years' experience with wind turbines for troubleshooting and maintenance.
• Must possess an active TWIC card or be able to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair wind turbines while ensuring safety protocols.
• Diagnose and fix issues to prevent turbine shutdowns.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Preventative Maintenance

Climbing Wind Towers

Safety Protocols

Basic Computer Operations

Education

High School Diploma

Technical Degree in Wind Energy

Tools

Hydraulic Tools

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 two (2) years' experience working in and around wind turbines, specifically for troubleshooting and preventative maintenance, or one (1) years' experience and degree or certificate.
• Experience using basic power and hydraulic tools.
• Valid Driver's License. (CDL Preferred).

PREFERRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Ability to climb stairs and ladders up to 125 meters in height.
• Ability to work in demanding physical and inclement weather conditions.
• Ability to maintain certification required to perform the work, including but not limited to: First Aid/CPR, Tower Climb and Rescue, LOTO, ArcFlash, etc.
• 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.
• Write 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 measure using whole numbers, 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.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow directions with precise execution.
• Basic computer operations skills and familiarity with internet-based program navigation. Ability to read, interpret and understand basic drawings and schematics.
• 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.
• Ability to demonstrate basic industrial safety practices / protocols including LOTO.

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
• Health/Dental/Vision insurance plans
• Paid time off
• 10 paid holidays
• Stock purchase plan

EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration
for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status,
protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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, contact HR.

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