Wind Turbine Technician Dental, vision, medical, & life coverage, a fully vested 401(k) company matching contribution plan, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, paid gear, equipment, and uniform, an on-site company vehicle, AND all-expenses paid technical training *NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!* Sky Climber Renewables in North Dakota (ND) is actively seeking skilled full-time, local Technicians to climb, service and maintain a fleet of wind turbines at the Sunflower Wind Farm in Hebron, ND. Do you take pride in working hard? Do you love working with your hands and working outdoors? Do you long to help reduce our carbon footprint and make the world a cleaner place? If you answered yes, please keep reading! Local wind technicians work Monday to Friday from 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM and earn a competitive wage starting at $22.00/hour. We provide generous benefits and perks, including dental, vision, medical, & life coverage, a 401(k) plan, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, paid gear, equipment, and uniform, an on-site company vehicle, AND all-expenses paid technical training. If this sounds like the right wind technician opportunity for you, apply today! ABOUT SKY CLIMBER RENEWABLES Build an exciting, rewarding career in wind power– work local, enjoy a friendly work environment, exclusive training, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits. The Tech One Program (TOP) is a structured career development program for entry level wind technicians, built in partnership between industry leaders, Sky Climber Renewables and Vestas Americas. Sky Climber’s most important asset is our people. We have a great team of experienced professionals who deliver exceptional services on every site. For our amazing team, we ensure that we maintain a healthy working environment as well as great benefits and opportunities for advancement and growth! Most local Technicians advance in under 1 year. TECHNICIAN QUALIFICATIONS • Mechanical aptitude and willingness to work-at-heights • Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation and within 60 miles of job location • Ability to pass drug screen, physical and background check If you are mechanically inclined, organized and detail-oriented, have excellent time management and communication skills, can work well with others, and have a positive, can-do attitude, we look forward to hearing from you! ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TECHNICIAN TEAM? If you feel you'll be perfect as a Sky Climber Wind Technician, apply now using our 1-minute, mobile-friendly application. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $22.00 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Referral program • Vision insurance Education: • High school or equivalent (Required) License/Certification: • Driver's License (Required) Ability to Commute: • Dickinson, ND 58601 (Required) Ability to Relocate: • Dickinson, ND 58601: Relocate before starting work (Required) Willingness to travel: • 25% (Required) Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Requisition ID: 89255 NextEra Energy Resources is one of America's largest wholesale generators of electricity, leveraging all forms of energy across renewables, storage and nuclear. We offer customized energy solutions that drive economic growth, protect the environment, support communities, and help customers meet their energy needs. Ready to make a lasting impact? Join our innovative, world-class team today! Position Specific Description Join the world's leading generator of wind energy as a Wind Technician at NextEra Energy. We have multiple locations available. As a Wind Technician, you will be the critical front line to ensure the safe and optimal performance of all wind farm operations. You will primarily focus on the safe execution of field-based equipment maintenance, and diagnostics, as well as long-term reliability and profitability. Additional duties may include: • Implementing Operation Safety Policy Instructions, conducting fieldwork in compliance with OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) applicable regulations, encouraging good employee safety practices, and driving an unparalleled employee safety culture • Participating in Business Lean Six Sigma processes and projects • Recruiting and developing other technicians for the ongoing development of the team • Supporting site manager for all phases of timely safety and environmental reporting, financial reporting, and turbine availability • Collaborating closely with internal NextEra users to develop and implement operation-focused feedback and solutions for planned and unplanned maintenance, improvement projects, development, and financial performance • Presenting a positive professional representation of NextEra Energy in the community and with the customer We offer competitive pay, bonus, benefits (including 401k & pension), and career development and advancement opportunities. Relocation benefits may also be available. We look forward to reviewing your application and are very excited at the prospect of you joining our high-performance team! Join NextEra Energy's Power Generation Team Job Overview Employees in this role perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on wind turbines and other associated equipment. Individuals understand the mechanics, including both electrical and maintenance of hydraulics, of all wind turbine components. This position replaces mechanical and electrical components, understands schematics and uses appropriate diagnostic tools. The successful candidate will interpret fault reports, maintain power generation reports, service logs in the computer database, and monitor turbine performance and SCADA systems. Job Duties & Responsibilities Under direct supervision: • Performs regular preventative maintenance and repair on wind turbine power generation equipment • Completes electrical, electronic, and mechanical troubleshooting • Maintains all company supplied equipment, facilities and tooling • Applies basic understanding of the technical and process functions • Manages own training schedules and meets all training requirements within designated time frames • Able to meet attendance requirements • Performs other job-related duties as assigned Required Qualifications • High School Grad / GED • Experience: 0+ years • Valid Driver's License (NON CDL) • Ability to climb a wind turbine up to 300 feet • Post-Offer Functional Capacity Eval Preferred Qualifications • Associate's Degree NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members. Click here to learn more. Employee Group: Non Exempt Employee Type: Full Time Job Category: Technicians - Wind/HV/Solar Organization: NextEra Energy Operating Services, LLC Relocation Provided: Yes, if applicable NextEra Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. NextEra Energy provides reasonable accommodation in its application and selection process for qualified individuals, including accommodations related to compliance with conditional job offer requirements, consistent with federal, state, and local laws. Supporting medical or religious documentation will be required where applicable and permitted by applicable law. To request a reasonable accommodation, please send an e-mail to recruiting-coordinator.sharedmailbox@nexteraenergy.com, providing your name, telephone number and the best time for us to reach you. Alternatively, you may call 1-844-694-4748. Please do not use this line to inquire about your application status. NextEra Energy will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. NextEra Energy does not accept any unsolicited resumes or referrals from any third-party recruiting firms or agencies. Please see our policy for more information.
See More Details >>Job Description Summary GE's Onshore wind power capacity is growing fast and will continue to rise steadily in the coming years. As we continue to grow and develop new and existing wind sites, Onshore Wind has an ongoing need to build our field teams with the right individuals that possess a willingness to learn, contribute and grow. As part of the GE family, training and development, safety, and career progression lead our initiatives to provide opportunity and growth in all areas. Please note: This is not a remote position. The work location for this position includes all wind sites within Hub Dakota 1. You are expected to work at all sites within this Hub and report to work at any site within this Hub as assigned by your manager. The locations within this Hub are Glen Ullin, ND, Bowman, ND, and Glenham, SD Job Description The Senior Wind Technician position requires local travel within the hub. The Senior Wind Technician is a critical and active role to maintain optimal function and output at the wind site by working daily on turbine operations, safety, quality control and warranty repair(s). The Senior Wind Technician partners and communicates with the Site Lead and Manager to execute on contract requirements and timelines and ensures alignment with GE excellence! Essential Responsibilities As the Senior Wind Technician you will: - Work with site/hub leadership to execute contractual obligations per customer requirements and activities set forth with on a daily basis, which include any portion of the electrical and mechanical equipment used in the GE wind turbine generator; - Apply extensive understanding of variable pitch & speed turbines and converter parts; - Read, understand and explain schematics, drawings, technical manuals, procedures, and regulations. - Adhere to all Environmental Health and Safety processes and regulations and all applicable compliance requirements; - Troubleshoot complex mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical problems on variable pitch & variable speed turbines; - Help in all areas of site operations as directed by manager with minimal supervision, observing all safety requirements; - Effectively perform diagnostic analysis and generate plan for timely resolution and; - Document all work performed using computer-based service reporting procedures and - Work with and respond to GE's remote operations center when necessary. - Help in all areas of site operations as directed by manager, and mentor peers; Required Qualifications - High School Diploma or GED, and - Minimum of 4 years of wind trouble-shooting experience, and 1+ year EHS, SQC, Lead role, or - Minimum of 6 years of wind trouble-shooting experience, or - Minimum of 3 years of wind trouble-shooting experience AND Bachelor's Degree in relevant field. Eligibility Requirements - Passing a Technical Knowledge Assessment - Basic computer skills - Must have and maintain a valid driver's license - Willingness to travel up to 100% of the time - Handle repetitive weight - 50 lbs. and climb towers up to 300 feet daily - Meet specified manufacturer weight limits not to exceed 300lbs including required gear - Ability and willingness to work in range of environments to include but not limited to industrial facilities, manufacturing facilities, and power industry facilities - Effectively prioritize work according to contract obligations - Ability and willingness to take initiative, and work without direct supervision, and - Flexibility to work rotating shift schedules, and on-call per site needs. - Occasional overnights may be required per hub needs. Desired Characteristics - Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in a Technical, Electrical, or Electronics field from an accredited college or university - Technical Certification in Wind Energy or Electrical / Electronic field - Ability to work with a wide variety of personnel at all levels inside and outside of the Wind Farm - Wind turbine experience - Ability and willingness to take initiative, and work without direct supervision - Electrical, mechanical, and/or hydraulic experience - Experience using hydraulic power tools - Experience with heavy equipment required for facility maintenance with a working knowledge of crane and rigging requirements #LI-AP3 GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088\EEOC\KnowYourRights\10\20.pdf) . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes #LI-Remote - This is a remote position GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
See More Details >>Entering the wind trade in Dickinson, ND, often begins with specialized training and apprenticeships, combining hands-on experience with technical education. These programs typically last two to three years, providing comprehensive training under experienced professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the wind energy sector is projected to grow by 60% from 2023 to 2033, with wind turbine technicians earning a median annual wage of $61,770 as of May 2023. In Dickinson, ND, apprentices can expect to earn an average of $1,584 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $80,000 annually. Training programs and apprenticeships are available through trade schools, industry associations, and platforms like Stream Marine Training, offering a pathway to a rewarding career in a rapidly expanding field.
