Technician must climb wind turbines (upwards of 130m) to perform diagnostic testing, installation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs to mechanical, electrical and hydraulic components/systems.
Technician must climb wind turbines (upwards of 130m) to perform diagnostic testing, installation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs to mechanical, electrical and hydraulic components/systems.
Technician must climb wind turbines (upwards of 130m) to perform diagnostic testing, installation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs to mechanical, electrical and hydraulic components/systems.
Technician must climb wind turbines (upwards of 130m) to perform diagnostic testing, installation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs to mechanical, electrical and hydraulic components/systems.
Technician must climb wind turbines (upwards of 130m) to perform diagnostic testing, installation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs to mechanical, electrical and hydraulic components/systems.
Technician must climb wind turbines (upwards of 130m) to perform diagnostic testing, installation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs to mechanical, electrical and hydraulic components/systems.
Field Service Wind Turbine Technician
$33 - $36/hr
Technician must climb wind turbines (upwards of 130m) to perform diagnostic testing, installation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs to mechanical, electrical and hydraulic components/systems.
Field Service Wind Turbine Technician
$33 - $36/hr
Technician must climb wind turbines (upwards of 130m) to perform diagnostic testing, installation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs to mechanical, electrical and hydraulic components/systems.
GE Install Technician (Construction)
Casper, WY · On-site
$21 - $39/hr
Wind Installation Technicians are responsible for the safe and efficient installation, assembly, and commissioning support of wind turbine systems. This role progresses from entry-level (Tech I) to ...
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GE Install Technician (Construction)
Casper, WY · On-site
$21 - $39/hr
Wind Installation Technicians are responsible for the safe and efficient installation, assembly, and commissioning support of wind turbine systems. This role progresses from entry-level (Tech I) to ...
We design, manufacture, install, and service wind turbines across the globe, and with +136 GW of wind turbines in 84 countries, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. Through our ...
We design, manufacture, install, and service wind turbines across the globe, and with +136 GW of wind turbines in 84 countries, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. Through our ...
Wind Turbine Technician III- Grover, CO
$27.43 - $33.43/hr
A DAY IN THE LIFE In this intermediate- level position, you'll use your skills and training to perform maintenance and/ or installation work on assigned wind turbines under minimal supervision. You ...
Wind Turbine Technician III- Grover, CO
$27.43 - $33.43/hr
A DAY IN THE LIFE In this intermediate- level position, you'll use your skills and training to perform maintenance and/ or installation work on assigned wind turbines under minimal supervision. You ...
Traveling Wind Turbine Technician II
Harrisburg, PA · On-site
$100K/yr
Performs intermediate level wind turbine maintenance and installation tasks as assigned. This includes proficient operation and use of tools (including but not limited to specialized calibration ...
Traveling Wind Turbine Technician II
Harrisburg, PA · On-site
$100K/yr
Performs intermediate level wind turbine maintenance and installation tasks as assigned. This includes proficient operation and use of tools (including but not limited to specialized calibration ...
Performs intermediate level wind turbine maintenance and installation tasks as assigned. This includes proficient operation and use of tools (including but not limited to specialized calibration ...
Performs intermediate level wind turbine maintenance and installation tasks as assigned. This includes proficient operation and use of tools (including but not limited to specialized calibration ...
Wind Technician
Piedmont, SC · On-site
Inspect or repair fiberglass turbine blades. * Train end-users, distributors, installers, or other technicians in wind commissioning, testing, or other technical procedures. * Operate manufacturing ...
Wind Technician
Piedmont, SC · On-site
Inspect or repair fiberglass turbine blades. * Train end-users, distributors, installers, or other technicians in wind commissioning, testing, or other technical procedures. * Operate manufacturing ...
Field Quality - Construction Services
Casper, WY · On-site
$95K - $115K/yr
Conduct daily field inspections of wind turbine installation and construction activities. * Verify work complies with project drawings, technical specifications, and quality standards. * Inspect ...
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Field Quality - Construction Services
Casper, WY · On-site
$95K - $115K/yr
Conduct daily field inspections of wind turbine installation and construction activities. * Verify work complies with project drawings, technical specifications, and quality standards. * Inspect ...
Inspect or repair fiberglass turbine blades. * Train end-users, distributors, installers, or other technicians in wind commissioning, testing, or other technical procedures. * Operate manufacturing ...
Inspect or repair fiberglass turbine blades. * Train end-users, distributors, installers, or other technicians in wind commissioning, testing, or other technical procedures. * Operate manufacturing ...
Wind Technician
Piedmont, SC · On-site
Inspect or repair fiberglass turbine blades. * Train end-users, distributors, installers, or other technicians in wind commissioning, testing, or other technical procedures. * Operate manufacturing ...
Wind Technician
Piedmont, SC · On-site
Inspect or repair fiberglass turbine blades. * Train end-users, distributors, installers, or other technicians in wind commissioning, testing, or other technical procedures. * Operate manufacturing ...
Traveling Wind Turbine Technician II
Austin, TX · On-site
$100K/yr
Performs intermediate level wind turbine maintenance and installation tasks as assigned. This includes proficient operation and use of tools (including but not limited to specialized calibration ...
Traveling Wind Turbine Technician II
Austin, TX · On-site
$100K/yr
Performs intermediate level wind turbine maintenance and installation tasks as assigned. This includes proficient operation and use of tools (including but not limited to specialized calibration ...
MCE Technician
Spring, TX · On-site
$18 - $24.75/hr
FairWind, a leader in wind turbine installation and maintenance services, is seeking experienced Major Components Exchange (MCE) Technicians with expertise in Vestas and GE wind turbines. The ideal ...
MCE Technician
Spring, TX · On-site
$18 - $24.75/hr
FairWind, a leader in wind turbine installation and maintenance services, is seeking experienced Major Components Exchange (MCE) Technicians with expertise in Vestas and GE wind turbines. The ideal ...
Wind Turbine Technician III- Grover, CO
Grover, CO · On-site
$27.43 - $33.43/hr
A DAY IN THE LIFE In this intermediate- level position, you'll use your skills and training to perform maintenance and/ or installation work on assigned wind turbines under minimal supervision. You ...
Wind Turbine Technician III- Grover, CO
Grover, CO · On-site
$27.43 - $33.43/hr
A DAY IN THE LIFE In this intermediate- level position, you'll use your skills and training to perform maintenance and/ or installation work on assigned wind turbines under minimal supervision. You ...
We design, manufacture, install, and service wind turbines across the globe, and with +136 GW of wind turbines in 84 countries, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. Through our ...
We design, manufacture, install, and service wind turbines across the globe, and with +136 GW of wind turbines in 84 countries, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. Through our ...
We design, manufacture, install, and service wind turbines across the globe, and with +136 GW of wind turbines in 84 countries, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. Through our ...
We design, manufacture, install, and service wind turbines across the globe, and with +136 GW of wind turbines in 84 countries, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. Through our ...
We design, manufacture, install, and service wind turbines across the globe, and with +136 GW of wind turbines in 84 countries, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. Through our ...
We design, manufacture, install, and service wind turbines across the globe, and with +136 GW of wind turbines in 84 countries, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. Through our ...
Wind Turbine Technician - Tech One Program
Churubusco, NY · On-site
$22 - $24/hr
We design, manufacture, install, and service wind turbines across the globe, and with +136 GW of wind turbines in 84 countries, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. Through our ...
Wind Turbine Technician - Tech One Program
Churubusco, NY · On-site
$22 - $24/hr
We design, manufacture, install, and service wind turbines across the globe, and with +136 GW of wind turbines in 84 countries, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. Through our ...
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$33 - $36/hr
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 29 days ago
Regal Rexnord rating
8.0
Based on 80 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
179th of 491 rated machine equipment manufacturers
Job description
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To succeed as a Field Service Wind Turbine Technician, you'll need to be open to travel to customer wind farms for long periods of time, work independently, have great communication skills, and be well organized. We are looking for a motivated individual with a technical background in servicing wind turbines. The Field Service Technician will provide hands on service and aftermarket support for our customers in North America (worldwide, if needed). He or she will also support our claims and quality department in North America (worldwide, if needed). The candidate for this position will work closely with our management team based in Denver, CO. If you're equipped with Basic Safety Training (BST), Basic Technical Training (BTT), and Advanced Rescue Training (ART) certifications from the Global Wind Organization (GWO), consider this a step ahead!
Essential Duties and Responsibilities- Ability to do 100% Travel - This role requires extensive travel throughout the United States. Candidates may be based anywhere in the U.S.; however, frequent domestic travel is expected. A valid passport is required.
- Field Service Technician will travel to support various scopes of work across US, and possibly Mexico and Canada. The Technician must be competent to work on wind turbines. Specific trainings and electrical / mechanical competencies are an asset.
- Technician must climb wind turbines (upwards of 130m) to perform diagnostic testing, installation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs to mechanical, electrical and hydraulic components/systems.
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Hydraulic Troubleshooting
- Disc Troubleshooting
- Complete various reports, checklists, and hazard analysis as it pertains to job scope.
- Participate in company and customer HSE/training programs.
- Deliver exceptional customer experience/service to our partners in the industry.
- Follow and implement work procedures for specific scopes of work to inspect, repair, and maintain Wind Turbine components
- Populate, track and communicate client and company documentation on a daily basis
- Maintain a clean work area, equipment, and tooling
- Maintain required training certifications for position (Fall Protection/Rescue Training,, LOTO, First Aid/CPR/AED) etc.
- GWO Working at Heights
- GWO Manual Handling
- GWO Fire Awareness
- GWO First Aid
- GWO ART
- GWO BTT
- GWO SGTT
- Properly Prepare for each service visit:
- Investigate scope of work (check with local applications engineer)
- Gather and review Manuals and Drawings
- Request pictures and information from site (as needed)
- Request customer personnel if necessary
- Perform service while onsite including but not limited to:
- Verify the brakes, discs, and hydraulic systems are properly installed/integrated
- Trouble shoot and fault finding during various service jobs
- Check existing brake system during regular service visits
- Groove discs in wind turbine
- Post Service Visit
- Write detailed, high quality reports incl. recommended spare parts
- Upsell spare parts while on service jobs
- Secure service contracts with customers
- Perform field claim jobs
- Put training programs together for customers
- Ad hoc assignments that normally occurs in a small office
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
- Ability to listen to customers wants, needs and expectations
- Stay on site during service visits until client releases us
- Technical understanding and background knowledge of wind turbines required
- Proficient with Microsoft Office products (as minimum Excel, Word and Power Point)
- Customer Service skills (e.g. ability to communicate with customers promptly)
- Ability to work in a team environment and share information among peers
- Ability to handle deadlines and stressful situations
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering preferred, or combination of education and experience to be considered in lieu of a degree
- Or a Wind Program Graduate; GWO certification highly preferred
- 1-2 years of relevant experience
Physical Requirements
- Comfort with Heights: Must be able to climb wind turbine towers up to 300 feet and work confidently at elevated heights for extended periods.
- Strength and Endurance: Ability to lift, carry, and maneuver equipment and tools weighing up to 50-75 lbs regularly. Must have the stamina to work long shifts, often in remote or outdoor environments.
- Mobility and Flexibility: Must be able to bend, kneel, crouch, and reach in confined or awkward spaces. Good range of motion and physical agility are required.
- Environmental Tolerance: Ability to work in varying weather conditions including extreme heat, cold, wind, and rain while wearing required safety gear.
- Vision and Hearing: Adequate visual acuity (corrective lenses acceptable) and hearing ability to safely operate tools, read instruments, and communicate effectively in noisy environments.
- Safety Compliance: Required to safely access, reach, and perform required tasks while using mandatory safety equipment. Must be able to wear and operate personal protective equipment (PPE), including harnesses, helmets, gloves, and fall protection systems. Completion of safety training, including CPR and first aid, may be required.
- Physical Fit for Tower Access: Must be able to safely ascend, descend, and work within wind turbine towers while utilizing all required fall protection and safety equipment. Candidates must be able to properly fit and use company-approved harnesses, ladders, climbing systems, and other personal protective equipment in accordance with safety standards and manufacturer specifications.
Company Incentives
- Competitive wages
- Paid travel days
- Paid overtime
- Company cell phone
- All travel, training, workwear & PPE paid for
Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without requiring company sponsorship to obtain or keep U.S. work authorization.
$33.00 - $36.00 per hour, with opportunities for overtime pay.
The hourly range provided is intended to display the value of the company's base pay compensation for this position. Salary is dependent on a multitude of factors, including but not limited to the physical worksite location, the geographic market of that location, candidate's skill set, level of experience, education and internal peer compensation comparisons among other potential factors.
Benefits- Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage
- Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA)
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions
- Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
- Paid Leaves
- Tuition Assistance
About Regal Rexnord
Regal Rexnord is a publicly held global industrial manufacturer with 30,000 associates around the world who help create a better tomorrow by providing sustainable solutions that power, transmit and control motion. The Company's electric motors and air moving subsystems provide the power to create motion. A portfolio of highly engineered power transmission components and subsystems efficiently transmits motion to power industrial applications. The Company's automation offering, comprised of controls, actuators, drives, and precision motors, controls motion in applications ranging from factory automation to precision control in surgical tools.
The Company's end markets benefit from meaningful secular demand tailwinds, and include factory automation, food & beverage, aerospace, medical, data center, warehouse, alternative energy, residential and commercial buildings, general industrial, construction, metals and mining, and agriculture.
Regal Rexnord is comprised of three operating segments: Industrial Powertrain Solutions, Power Efficiency Solutions, and Automation & Motion Control. Regal Rexnord has offices and manufacturing, sales and service facilities worldwide. For more information, including a copy of our Sustainability Report, visit RegalRexnord.com.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Regal Rexnord is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status (unless required by the applicable law or government contract), disability or protected veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Regal Rexnord is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to building a team that represents diverse and inclusive backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan for protected veterans/individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please email Recruiting@RegalRexnord.com.If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail Recruiting@RegalRexnord.com.
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Notification to Agencies: Please note that Regal Rexnord Corporation and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("Regal Rexnord") do not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement or similar contract and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, Regal Rexnord will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.
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Industry
Electric power transmission, control, and distribution
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Milwaukee, WI, US
Year founded
1955