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Manager Wind Mitigation Inspection Jobs in Chicago, IL

ZF

Wind Field Service Technician

Vernon Hills, IL · On-site

$57K - $72K/yr

Reporting to the Wind Field Service Manager, this technician will work alongside two other ... Clean parts via power wash or hands for inspection team review. * Disassemble and reassemble all ...

ZF Group

Wind Field Service Technician

Vernon Hills, IL · On-site

$57K - $72K/yr

Reporting to the Wind Field Service Manager, this technician will work alongside two other ... Clean parts via power wash or hands for inspection team review. * Disassemble and reassemble all ...

Flender

Product Manager

Elgin, IL · On-site

Performing special inspections and field visits * Attending tradeshows and other industry events ... Wind Power Industry * Strong risk analysis and mitigation skills * Proven ability to make ...

Flender

Product Manager

Elgin, IL · On-site

Performing special inspections and field visits * Attending tradeshows and other industry events ... Wind Power Industry * Strong risk analysis and mitigation skills * Proven ability to make ...

Flender

Quality Inspector

Elgin, IL · On-site

Perform inspection on main components of gearboxes and drive units. * Define damages on the ... Manage priorities in order to meet business needs. Minor Duties: * Confer with engineers or other ...

Flender

Quality Inspector

Elgin, IL

Perform inspection on main components of gearboxes and drive units. * Define damages on the ... Manage priorities in order to meet business needs. Minor Duties: * Confer with engineers or other ...

Pop-Up Talent

Mitigation Lead Technician

Chicago, IL · On-site

$16 - $26/hr

Receives direct or general supervision from Mitigation Project Manager ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: * Lead ... Leading the inspection process and hand tools used on water damage * Leading production work and ...

Invenergy

Manager, Enterprise Risk Management

Chicago, IL · On-site

$108K - $134K/yr

... wind, energy storage, transmission, and domestic manufacturing. Headquartered in Chicago, we ... mitigation strategies. Operating with a high degree of independence, the Manager applies strong ...

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As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for manager wind mitigation inspection in Chicago, IL is $146,298.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $147,300.00 and $147,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Wind Field Service Technician

ZF

Vernon Hills, IL • On-site

$57K - $72K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago

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6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 57 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

418th of 491 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description

 Req ID 86396 | Vernon Hills, United States ZF Services, LLC

Job Description

About the Team: The Service Technician role within ZF's Wind Power Technology business unit is part of a small, highly skilled team based out of Vernon Hills, IL. Reporting to the Wind Field Service Manager, this technician will work alongside two other experienced service technicians, supporting customers across the U.S. and Canada. The position involves extensive travel (approximately 80-100%) to perform on-site wind turbine repairs, maintenance, and troubleshooting, playing a critical role in ensuring reliable operation and customer satisfaction in the field.

What you can look forward to as a Wind Field Service Technician:

  • Utilize heating, cutting torches, hydraulic presses, high pressure extraction devices, heavy power tools, and liquid nitrogen to remove couplings and disassemble high pressure joints.
  • Rig Heavy Industrial Equipment on and off vehicles with overhead cranes and level and align machine for testing with motor.
  • Mark matched components and label disassembled parts. Sketch part assembly diagram with enough organization for another tech to reassemble with minimal questioning.
  • Clean parts via power wash or hands for inspection team review.
  • Disassemble and reassemble all machine components including bearings and couplings and high-pressure joints (4000 bar).
  • Create and document failure analysis reports.
  • Performs trouble-shooting and final testing.
  • Identify field failures, communicate with customer, schedule repairs in the field, and make travel arrangements and create expense reports upon return.

Your profile as a Wind Field Service Technician:

  • High School Diploma or GED required and 5+ years of hands on mechanical repair and inspection experience. 
  • Previous experience with field service travel.
  • Must be able to climb 300 feet with 35 lbs of gear and work in confined spaces.
  • Must be able to work alone.
  • Must be able to travel domestically and internationally.
  • Must have a current driver's license.
  • Experience in the wind industry and/or its products preferred.

Why you should choose ZF in Vernon Hills, IL:

  • Annual Incentive Plan
  • Paid Time Off 
  • 401k Plan
  • Health Care Benefits
  • Paid Holidays 
  • A supportive, collaborative team environment
  • A strong diversity culture
  • Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities

The expected base compensation for this role is $57,800 - $72,300 annually. Actual base compensation within the identified range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.

Be part of our ZF team as Wind Field Service Technician and apply now!

DIVERSITY COMMITMENT: 
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are more than just words for us. They are at the core of the ZF Way that propels our team members towards their utmost success. We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a natural reflex. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that every member of ZF can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape next generation mobility, safety, sustainability and social justice. 

With four generations across 118 nationalities in 41 countries, ZF combines a unique variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas. Together, we solve problems, drive innovation and shape next generation mobility. 

Our company is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with us and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please contact us. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. ZF is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran

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