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Wind Turbine Technician -Onshore/Offshore -US

Global Wind Service
Full-time
On-site
Carrollton, Texas, United States
Wind

Are you a U.S. citizen or hold valid work authorization and reside in the United States? Are you eager to elevate your career to new heights?


Job Description Summary: A traveling wind turbine technician will work nationwide alongside a team of well-trained professionals to maintain facilities surrounding wind turbines and maintain the turbines themselves. A part of this role will include basic cleaning and maintenance on the site surrounding the wind turbines. Therefore a high level of attention to safety regulations and the industry is important for overall safety on the job.


Position Summary:

  • Build and install wind turbines per standard operating procedures

  • Commission and/or trouble shoot wind turbines

  • Perform maintenance work such as repower, torque/tension, cleaning

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Read and understand mechanical drawings; able to follow and amend standard work procedures for turbine installation

  • Execution of required WTG work (preassembly, installation, service & maintenance, etc.)

  • Practical knowledge required in mechanics (gears, bearings, pulleys, belts, etc.), pneumatics and hydraulics in order to effectively troubleshoot equipment problems in a timely manner with minimal supervision.

  • Proficient operation and use of tools (power, hydraulic, diagnostic and specialized)

  • Perform all work following GWS safety protocols and procedures and wearing appropriate PPE

  • Attending site induction and other requested site meetings held by the client or GWS

  • Work according to the safety regulations

  • Reporting all near-miss accidents, incidents, and accidents immediately to the Site Manager

  • Participating in training and education, as required by the Site Manager or the client

  • Use all working equipment and tools in a safe and responsible manner

  • Perform required maintenance of all tools and equipment on site

  • Keep work place neat and orderly to prevent accidents and inefficiencies

  • Meet weekly reporting deadlines of work hours, work progress reports and travel reports

  • Flexibility to travel extensively and work in varying and adverse weather conditions

  • Flexibility to work overtime hours on weekly basis including nights and weekends

  • MUST HAVE RELIABLE TRANSPORTATION.