Wind Turbine Technician - Tech One Program

Sky Climber Renewables; Eden (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Sky Climber Renewables is seeking an entry-level Wind Technician for its TOP Wind Service Technician development program. You will receive exclusive safety and technical training and join a field team performing maintenance on wind turbine equipment at sites near your home.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, ability to pass background/drug screening, and English proficiency.

Qualifications

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States (sponsorship not provided).
• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass MVR check.
• Background check and drug screening required.
• Must read/write/understand English.
• Climb preview completion prior to hire.

Responsibilities

• Follow Environmental, Health and Safety procedures.
• Perform basic mechanical installations, maintenance, operations, and upgrades.
• Verify work complies with customer requirements.
• Work based on established procedures.
• Document all work performed.
• Report policy or procedure violations.
• Submit progress reports and repair/replace parts as needed.
• Use tools safely and know their proper application.
• Occasionally work independently on maintenance projects.
• Dismantle and assemble basic machinery and components.
• Travel up to 25% for field assignments.
• Work holidays, weekends and overtime as required.
• Work at heights and in all weather conditions.
• Maintain valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Mechanical aptitude

Reading English

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical degree (preferred)

Tools

Wiring diagrams

Electrical schematics

Job description

Overview

TOP - Wind Technician Level 1 Job Description

The #1 Wind Technician Development Program

Build an exciting, rewarding career in wind power - work locally, enjoy a supportive team environment, gain exclusive training, grow your skills, receive recognition for your contributions, and benefit from competitive pay and benefits.

The Tech One Program (TOP) is a structured career development program for entry-level wind technicians, created through a partnership between industry leaders Sky Climber Renewables and Vestas Americas.

Position Overview

TOP Wind Service Technicians receive exclusive safety and technical training accredited through the Global Wind Organization (GWO). Technicians primarily work at a wind site location near home and operate as part of a service team to ensure safe and efficient wind turbine maintenance.

This position reports directly to the Program Manager and Site Manager, and indirectly to the Lead Technician during assignments.

Technicians are responsible for performing all preventive, scheduled, and unscheduled maintenance on wind turbine generator equipment safely and efficiently. This includes maintaining and repairing machinery or components used primarily in power generation applications such as turbines and generators.

Note: You are not certified to perform work inside any cabinet/controller without direct supervision from a certified Electrical Technician.

Additional duties may be assigned to support customer needs and to help advance Sky Climber's mission, values, and long-term vision.

This is a full-time paid employment opportunity with all training provided upon hire, including:

• Basic Safety Training (e.g., First Aid, CPR, Fall Protection)
• Tower Safety Training (e.g., high-angle rescue or wind tower rescue)
• Technical Training (mechanical, electrical, hydraulic systems)

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States (Sky Climber does not provide sponsorships)
• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass a motor vehicle record check
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening
• Ability to read, write, and understand English
• Successful completion of a climb preview prior to hire

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Associate's degree in a technical mechanical field, wind energy discipline, or equivalent technical experience
• Mechanical or electrical background
• Ability to read and interpret basic diagrams and wiring schematics

Physical Requirements

• Ability to climb a 300+ ft. wind tower multiple times per day and work comfortably at height
• Ability to walk across the hub and, in an emergency, rappel off
• Comfortable working in confined spaces
• Frequent climbing, walking, standing, and bending
• Ability and willingness to repeatedly handle up to 50 lbs
• Due to fall protection design parameters, the combined weight of the employee, required PPE, and gear must not exceed 300 lbs (PPE and gear may weigh up to 40 lbs)

Responsibilities

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Follow all assigned Environmental, Health and Safety procedures
• Perform basic mechanical installations, maintenances, operations, and upgrades
• Verify that the work is completed in compliance with customer's requirements
• Perform work based on established work procedures.
• Document all work performed
• Report policy or procedure violation
• Submit progress reportsRepair or replace parts
• Possess knowledge about specific activity tools and be able to use them safely
• Occasionally work independently on a component as part of an equipment maintenance project.
• Dismantle and assemble basic machinery, components, equipment, or tooling
• Travel as required (up to 25%)
• Ability and willingness to work holidays, weekends and overtime as required by field assignments
• Ability and willingness to work at heights and in all weather conditions
• Ability to possess and maintain a valid driver's license and clear driving record (e.g., No suspensions or restrictions, DWI, DWAI, OWI, OUI)