Wind Turbine Technician — Onsite Training & Growth

Placements24; Willows (CA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Retirement fund

Ongoing training

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Wind Turbine Technician for on-site work in Welkom, Free State, South Africa. The role focuses on preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of wind turbines to maximise energy output and uptime.

The ideal candidate has a National Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering and at least 3 years of wind turbine or related machinery experience, with strong safety awareness and the ability to work under challenging weather conditions.

Qualifications

• National Diploma in Electrical Engineering or relevant technical qualification.
• Minimum 3 years of experience as a wind turbine technician or in similar field (heavy machinery maintenance, industrial electrical systems).
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to work with complex machinery.
• Experience with hydraulic and lubrication systems; electrical troubleshooting and repair.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive maintenance, inspections, and servicing on wind turbine components (mechanical, electrical, hydraulic).
• Diagnose and repair faults and malfunctions in wind turbines using specialized tools and diagnostic equipment.
• Troubleshoot complex issues to minimize downtime and ensure efficient turbine operation.
• Read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
• Ensure all work follows stringent safety standards and procedures.
• Complete detailed service reports documenting maintenance activities, findings, and repairs.
• Participate in on‑call rotations and respond to emergency service calls as needed.
• Collaborate with site managers and other technicians to optimize turbine performance.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean and safe condition.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives for maintenance processes.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical troubleshooting

Problem solving

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Education

National Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Hydraulic systems

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Wind Turbine Technician for on-site work in Welkom, Free State, South Africa. The role focuses on preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of wind turbines to maximise energy output and uptime.

The ideal candidate has a National Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering and at least 3 years of wind turbine or related machinery experience, with strong safety awareness and the ability to work under challenging weather conditions.