Description
Job Summary:
The Site Technician performs maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of wind turbine generators and balance-of-plant systems at a 30MW wind farm O&M site. This role supports daily operations to ensure turbine availability and optimal site performance.
Job Responsibilities:
· Conduct scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on wind turbine equipment.
· Diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic components.
· Assist with SCADA system monitoring and turbine resets.
· Follow lock-out/tag-out (LOTO), fall protection, and other safety procedures.
· Participate in routine inspections, reporting, and work order completion.
· Support inventory tracking, parts requests, and vendor coordination.
Requirements
Experience and education
· Technical certificate or associate degree in wind energy, electrical, or mechanical systems preferred.
· GWO BTT/BST preferred.
· 1–3 years of experience working with wind turbines or heavy industrial equipment.
· Comfortable working at heights and in variable weather conditions.
· Basic computer skills and SCADA system familiarity.
· Ability to work independently and as part of a small onsite team.
· Valid driver’s license.
Physical Requirements:
· Climbing: Ability to climb wind turbine towers up to 300 feet multiple times per day.
· Lifting: Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds unassisted and occasionally up to 75 pounds with assistance.
· Standing & Walking: Prolonged periods of standing, walking, and moving around uneven or sloped terrain.
· Reaching & Bending: Frequent bending, stooping, squatting, and reaching overhead and at shoulder level.
· Dexterity: Good hand-eye coordination, manual dexterity, and ability to use hand tools and electrical testing equipment.
· Balance & Agility: Ability to maintain balance and coordination while climbing ladders, working at heights, or in confined spaces.
· Weather Exposure: Ability to work in extreme temperatures and weather conditions, including wind, rain, snow, and heat.
· Protective Equipment: Willingness and ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, gloves, fall protection harnesses, and respirators, as needed.
· Work Schedule Flexibility: Capable of working extended shifts, weekends, holidays, and being on-call in response to site needs or emergency maintenance.
