The Lead Wind Turbine Technician at Primoris Services Corporation in Ashland, KY, is responsible for installing, repairing, and maintaining wind turbine components, leading a crew, and ensuring safety compliance. The role involves climbing wind towers, providing technical support, performing routine maintenance, and conducting onsite audits. Candidates should have significant experience in wind turbine maintenance and hold relevant certifications. This position requires onsite work and is not remote. PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: • Promote and comply with all Company and safety policies and procedures. • Work in and around wind turbines. • Install, reinstall, repair, service, test, and other required tasks to maintain wind turbine components. • Provide technical support to troubleshoot and repair basic and complex wind turbine related malfunctions. • Climb multiple wind towers on a daily basis. • Professionally interact with customers and coworkers on a daily basis. • Provide technical support and guidance to assure product quality and conformance. • Perform onsite audits of procedures and field processes and drive change as necessary. • Demonstrate safety and quality as a top priority and make sure other team members, Owner/Client Representatives, subcontractors, vendors, and management are following the safety policies. • Train and instruct crew members in safe work practices for the assigned tasks. Be a mentor. • Lead and involve the crew in Pre-Task Plan (PTP) creation and review. • Stop any work at any time if at-risk behaviors are observed by crewmen. Encourage crew members to work with the same mentality. • Create standard work procedures and processes. • Create work procedures related to turbine manufacturer specific requirements. • Monitor project progress and quality. • Follow written procedures as designed. • Allocate crew time to address rework if needed. • Fill out all required project related reports. • Keep all records, paperwork and reports in a neat and organized manner. • Communicate to all levels of the project team. • Set goals for crews (daily/weekly/monthly/project). • Preplan daily activities to eliminate confusion and downtime. • Install, inspect, maintain, operate, and repair wind turbines. • Diagnose and fix any problem that could cause the turbine to be shut down unexpectedly or fail to operate properly. • Climb towers to inspect, troubleshoot, or repair turbine equipment. • Perform routine maintenance on wind turbines. • Test electrical components and systems, as well as mechanical and hydraulic systems. • Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical malfunctions. • Service underground transmission systems, wind field substations, or fiber optic sensing and control systems • Replace worn or malfunctioning components. • Use a multi-meter. • Send detailed daily reports and keep an ongoing inventory of tooling and consumable products. • Lead a crew of up to (20) Wind Turbine Technician I/II. • Understand project scope and schedule to keep the project on track to complete within the specific project stated parameters. • Assume responsibilities of Field Operations Manager as needed. • Other duties as assigned. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: • High school diploma or equivalent. • Must possess an active Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) or have the ability to obtain a TWIC Card. • Minimum eight (8) years’ experience working in and around wind turbine, specifically for troubleshooting and preventative maintenance, or two (2) years’ experience and degree or certificate. • Technical 2 or 4-year degree or certificate related to mechanical maintenance, wind energy, mechanical engineering or related preferred. • Valid Driver’s License. (CDL Preferred). • Uptower Gearbox Repair Team Only: NCCCO Rigger and Signal Person certified, or ability to obtain certification within six (6) months of hire. PREFERRED SKILLS/ABILITIES: • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow directions with precise execution. • Basic computer operation skills and familiarity with internet-based program navigation. • Ability to read, interpret and understand basic drawings and schematics. • Ability to use hydraulic tension and torque tooling. • Ability to demonstrate basic industrial safety practices / protocols including LOTO. • Experience using basic power and hydraulic tools. • Knowledge of entering and exiting the rotor. This includes locking out the rotor. • Knowledge of using the internal chain hoist. • Ability to climb stairs and ladders up to 125 meters in height. • Certifications in rigging and signaling from a Nationally recognized organization is preferred, but not required. • Able to work in demanding physical and inclement weather conditions. • Comfort working remotely in a turbine as part of a team with limited supervisory interaction. • Able to maintain certifications required to perform the work, including but not limited to: First Aid / CPR, Tower Climb and Rescue, LOTO, Arc Flash, Confined Space Entry etc. • Take reasonable care of your own and others’ health and safety and of those who may be affected in the day-to-day delivery of this role by taking personal responsibility for working to Zero Injury principles. • Read, analyze and interpret technical procedures, reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. • Write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. • Effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers. • Add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. • Common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. • Deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Benefits and Pay: • Paid Company Holidays • Paid Time Off • We provide paid sick leave as required by Colorado’s Healthy Families and Workplaces Act. • Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Short Term/Long Term Disability, 401K with matching contribution. • $36 - $41 per hour, dependent on experience, qualifications, and competencies.
See More Details >>IEA Constructors is seeking an Assistant Project Manager (Wind) in Ashland, KY, responsible for coordinating projects from lead phase to completion. This site-based role involves managing engineering studies, change orders, client specifications, and job costs. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field and at least five years of construction industry experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required. Overview POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for coordinating projects from lead phase to completion. Location and Travel: This is a site based position, in the area of Woodford, IL. Company Overview: MasTec Renewables, comprised of Wanzek Construction, IEA Constructors and White Construction, combines over 20+ years of renewable energy construction experience. We embrace diverse perspectives not only with our employees but across all levels of our business—from suppliers, to community partners, to our clients. We’ve built a multidimensional workforce that brings valuable differences in perspectives, work ethics, and ways of working into our organization. We collaborate across departments to foster innovation and encourage everyone—from interns to executives—to voice their ideas and leave an impact. We aim to create a respectful work environment where all employees feel valued, included, and empowered to be innovative leaders in our industry. MasTec Renewables group is part of the MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure business segment. MasTec’s Clean Energy and Infrastructure Group (CE&I) is a $4 billion annual revenue business unit that provides construction services for industrial facilities; building products manufacturers, power generation facilities, manufacturing plants; solar, wind, and thermal energy plants; buildings, and infrastructure. Responsibilities ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: • Coordinate engineering studies • Coordinate change order requests • Coordinate situations with engineers • Coordinate with estimating on projects • Submittals and requests for information • Work with owners and clients on specifications and technical questions in planning stages • Work on projects in planning stages • Coordinate with owners or clients on planning projects • Coordinate with regional managers on status of projects • Create subcontracts and PO’s • Track job costs and predict monthly revenue streams • Manage QA/QC on projects • Identify, research and resolve all contract disputes with the Owner • Maintain prime contract with the Owner or Client • Establish monthly billing procedure with the Owner or Client • Establish and maintain job cost control, which will be reported monthly • Review general conditions cost on a monthly basis • Review subcontractor’s application for payment based on percent complete and approve or adjust • Approve material and subcontract invoices for payment • Issue change orders to subcontractors • Initiate and execute all monthly progress payments to the Owner Qualifications EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: • Bachelor's degree (B. S.) from four-year college or university in Construction Management, Engineering, or equivalent combination of education and experience • Minimum of five years of construction industry experience/knowledge of construction techniques, estimating and construction management KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: • Take reasonable care of your own and others’ health and safety and of those who may be affected by the day-to-day delivery of this role by taking personal responsibility for working toward MasTec’s Zero Injury principles • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint • Read, analyze and interpret blueprints, professional journals, technical procedures, contracts or governmental regulations • Write reports, business correspondence and document project activities • Effectively present information and respond to questions from project managers, superintendents, clients, customers and the general public • Effectively present information to top management, public groups and/or boards of directors • Calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume; ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry What's in it for you: Financial Wellbeing • Compensation $95k-$110k / year, commensurate with experience • Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase • 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) • Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care) Health & Wellness • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children • Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance Family & Lifestyle • Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave • Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation • Employee Assistance Program Planning for the Unexpected • Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment • Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage • Emergency Travel Assistance Program • Group legal plan Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact ceicareers@mastec.com. MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
See More Details >>Entering the wind trade in Ashland, KY, often begins with specialized training and apprenticeships, combining practical experience with theoretical knowledge. These programs typically last about four to five years, providing extensive on-the-job training under experienced professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the wind energy sector is experiencing significant growth, with projections indicating a 60% increase in employment opportunities by 2033. In Ashland, KY, wind trade professionals can earn an average wage of $2,886.67 per week, with experienced technicians potentially earning over $52,000 annually. Training programs and apprenticeships are available through various trade schools and industry organizations, offering a pathway to a rewarding career with strong earning potential in the rapidly expanding wind energy sector.
