608 Wind Service Technician Full Time/WIND Travel Techs

Position Summary: 

We are seeking a reliable and motivated Wind Service Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing wind turbines to ensure their optimal operation. This role is critical to supporting the renewable energy industry and demands a strong commitment to safety, technical skills, and the ability to work in challenging environments. This position requires 100% travel.

Key Responsibilities: 

Turbine Maintenance, Mechanical and Access Services

Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on wind turbines, including mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems

Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve technical issues to minimize downtime

Replace or repair turbine components as needed

Perform tag lining, tower cleaning, confined space entry/support, LOTO, platform rigging, general maintenance/inspection and other miscellaneous duties as required by customers, facilities, and work scope

Safety and Compliance 

Strictly adhere to safety protocols and guidelines to ensure personal and team safety

Conduct Job Site Analysis (JSA) and risk assessments before starting tasks

Maintain compliance with company, industry, and regulatory standards

Inspections  

Conduct routine inspections of turbines, towers, and equipment to identify potential issues 

Documentation and Reporting 

Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, findings, and parts used

Provide detailed reports on inspections, repairs, and performance issues to supervisors

Contribute to documentation of best practices for maintenance and repairs

Team Collaboration and Training 

Work closely with site supervisors and other technicians to prioritize and complete tasks

Participate in ongoing training programs to advance technical knowledge and certificafications

Share knowledge and mentor less-experienced technicians

Experience, Qualifications, and Requirements: 

High School diploma or equivalent is required

Must be at a minimum of eighteen (18) years of age

GWO BST required

GWO BTT preferred

NFPA 70 preferred

Experience in wind turbine maintenance or related electrical/mechanical systems

Knowledge of hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems and troubleshooting

Technical Skills

Proficiency with diagnostic tools, schematics, and electrical test equipment

Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to work on complex machinery

Familiarity with SCADA systems and turbine-specific software is preferred

Work Conditions: 

Field duties require indoor and outdoor work in diverse industrial environments with varying climate conditions 

Interaction with other crew employees, as well as supervisors, client personnel and a wide range of stakeholders 

Working in a plant and/or shop area around production machinery with extreme noise levels  

Work from various levels of heights and/or confined spaces for long periods of time 

Wear safety equipment as required by the safety department for personal protection (PPE)  

May require working from heights at 250’ or greater 

Travel to different job sites as needed, sometimes on short notice 

May require shiftwork (days, evenings, nights) 

Physical and Mental Requirements: 

Ability to lift, move, and carry objects weighing 75lbs. or greater 

Must be able to walk, sit, stand, bend, reach, and climb 

Must be able to work in confined spaces and at heights, including climbing tanks, ladders, scaffolding, towers, piping systems, catwalks, structural steel, and wind turbines 

Perform physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking and stooping 

Working extended hours and standing for extended periods of time 

Work in indoor and outdoor environments in conditions of extreme heat and/or cold 

Work in and near industrial hazards 

Must be able to walk and climb except when performing non-field duties 

Remain consistently active throughout shift 

Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing and other communication capabilities, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to communicate effectively 

Sufficient vision (close vision and distance vision) or other powers of observation, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to investigate 

Sufficient manual dexterity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to perform routine in-field or office duties 

Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to perform routine in-field or office duties and travel to off-site locations  

Must be able to wear safety equipment as required by the safety department for personal protection (PPE) 

Excellent physical fitness and the ability to endure prolonged outdoor work in varying weather conditions 

Comfort working from heights at 250’ or greater 

Ability to maintain focus and multitask effectively 

Exhibit sensible and responsible behavior 

Strong communication skills and ability to
demonstrate teamwork abilities 

Ability to travel to different job sites, sometimes on short notice  

Ability to work shiftwork if needed and/or required 

Compensation and Benefits:

Competitive Salary based on experience and certifications

Opportunities for career growth, additional training, certifications and advancement

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(K) w/Company Match

Flexible Spending Account

Health Savings Account

NOTE: To be considered, applicants must be able provide documentation of current or previous certifications, as well as all classroom and/or on-the-job training (OJT) hours required for certification.

*** Apave America Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, and other protected characteristics. ***

We make hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs.  We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees.