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Wind Turbine Technician - Los Fresnos, TX

0085 ACCIONA ENERGY USA GLOBAL LLC
Full-time
On-site
USA - San Roman Wind Farm United States of America
Wind

ACCIONA Energía is the biggest 100% renewable energy company with no fossil legacy in the world. With more than 30 years of experience and operations in 20 countries on five continents, ACCIONA Energía offers a wide portfolio of tailored energy solutions so that its corporate and institutional clients can meet their decarbonisation goals. This includes the development, engineering, construction, operation and maintenance of renewable power plants -mainly wind and photovoltaic technologies-, energy sales and management and marketing, energy services, self-consumption, electric mobility and new technologies such as storage and green hydrogen. ACCIONA Energía is governed by the most demanding environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) criteria.

The Wind Turbine Technician will work with a team of well-trained professionals to maintain facilities surrounding wind turbines and maintain the turbines themselves. This includes basic cleaning and maintenance on the premises surrounding the wind turbines. This requires attention to safety regulations for the industry and is important for overall safety on the job.

Job Description

  • Perform assembly, commissioning, testing, repair and maintenance on wind turbine generators and related equipment at wind farm.

  • Conduct and review safety analyses of potential electrical and mechanical hazards in the wind turbines, switch room, and the O&M building.

  • Support Root Cause Analyses to assist in determining equipment failure and the reasons for failures when they occur.

  • Troubleshoot, adjust, repair, and/or retrofit low to medium voltage electrical, mechanical or hydraulic components and equipment associated with wind turbines and the wind farm.

Required Skills and Competencies

  • A minimum of one year of experience as a Wind Turbine Technician

  • High school education or the equivalent

  • Flexibility to work overtime and rotating shifts as required

  • Previous experience working with hand tools and power tools

  • Able to work independently in a fast paced team environment

Preferred Requirements:

  • College degree or Wind Energy Certification

Working Conditions
Our technicians are provided with the necessary tools and personal protective equipment (PPE) to perform their duties safely and efficiently, along with a uniform allowance. Technicians also receive GWO training and certifications to ensure compliance with industry standards. Additionally, all our turbines are equipped with lifts to assist with elevated tasks.

Benefits – we’ve got you covered!

In addition to competitive base pay, we offer a range of attractive employment incentives:

  • Base Pay: $28 – $38 (based on experience, education, and skillset)

  • 5% Annual Performance Bonuses

  • 5% Availability bonus

  • On-call pay

  • Comprehensive Benefits starting on Day 1, including medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and eligible dependents, plus an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), HSA company contributions, and FSA options. After 90 days, you'll also have access to life insurance, disability coverage, paid parental leave, and optional plans

  • 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting after 90 days

  • 15 days of PTO (with 1 additional day per year of service), 9 public holidays, and 2 flexible holidays

  • $50 monthly reimbursement for health, wellness, or fitness-related memberships and equipment

Participation in the Technician Progression Program, which provides the necessary technical and industry certification training to support your career growth and compensation advancement as a technician

As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.