Wind Turbine Technician - On-Call, Sign-On Bonus, Travel

Iberdrola; Oregon; On-site; USD 39,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Avangrid Power is hiring a Wind Turbine Technician for on-site operations in Arlington, OR. The role involves maintaining turbine equipment, substations, and transmission systems, with troubleshooting across mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.

Candidates must meet education/training requirements and be willing to travel 10–15% to other sites. Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, QA/QC tasks, and data reporting to meet wind plant requirements.

Qualifications

• One year of college/technical training or 12 months related experience; wind industry training acceptable.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Strong computer skills with basic software and reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain wind turbine equipment and related infrastructure.
• Read schematics and troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic issues.
• Perform preventive maintenance per OEM manuals and safety programs.
• Travel to other sites as needed (10-15%).

Skills

Maintenance experience

Electrical testing equipment

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical certificate or associates

Wind industry training

Tools

Voltage testers

Amp clamps

Oscilloscopes

Megohmmeters

Infrared testers

Hydraulic torque equipment

Hand and power tools

Job description

Avangrid Power is hiring a Wind Turbine Technician for on-site operations in Arlington, OR. The role involves maintaining turbine equipment, substations, and transmission systems, with troubleshooting across mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.

Candidates must meet education/training requirements and be willing to travel 10–15% to other sites. Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, QA/QC tasks, and data reporting to meet wind plant requirements.