Location: 100% travel throughout the USA Job Type: Regular Full-time or Contract positions available Job Responsibilities: • Travel 100% on a rotational basis to wind farms throughout the U.S. - cross country travel by air or truck • Perform composite blade repair uptower via platforms, rope access and/or occasionally on the ground • Epoxy and Polyester resin wet layup • Vacuum infusion • Balsa and foam sandwich materials • Structural repair • Completing detailed Daily Progress Reporting Documents and QAQC reports • Completing onsite stock checks • Assisting site lead and project coordinator as applicable We are ideally looking for technicians with the following skill set and training: • 2+ years of Composite repair experience • Platform and/or rope access experience • Understanding of Epoxy and Polyester resins, wet lay-up and vacuum bag techniques • Understanding how to handle balsa and foam core materials • Knowledge of fiberglass reinforcement and structural repair • Ability to safely and correctly use powered hand tools • Quality knowledge of specification (i.e. temperature and humidity restrictions) • Ability to read complex technical drawings and processes • IT literate (email, internet, iPad) • Willing to spend time away from home in the field • Flexibility for changes of scope • Ability to work well as a team and take guidance • Valid, current driver's license • Must be 21 years of age to be able to drive a company vehicle • Must be able to meet the strenuous physical requirements of climbing ladders 2 or more times per day up to 300 feet/90 meters, bend, crawl, stoop and lift up to 75 pounds • US / Canadian citizens or legal to work in either country are eligible for the opportunity What are the perks of working with GEV Wind Power? • Upskilling trusted GEV technicians via GEV Academy • Bespoke reporting system (time saving with training provided) • Streamlined communications for our technicians with regular Business and Project updates via GEV technician engagement platform • We listen to our technicians needs and value their feedback (consistent technician feedback surveys) • Ongoing work for our top talent A little bit about us: A Career Enabling You to Make a Global Impact! You will have heard about the term ‘energy transition’ and perhaps wondered what this means and even how you can get involved. We can see fundamental changes in our daily lives from the electrification of motor vehicles to reducing our dependency on fossil fuels through the increased use of renewable energy sources. At GEV Wind Power, we are a key part of this transition and proud to be helping in a small way to accelerate the change. Our role is critical in supporting power generation from wind energy, where we are the market leader for maintaining one of the key components, the rotor blades. If the blades become damaged or simply lose their structural integrity through erosion from wind and rain, their efficiency and ability to produce power reduces dramatically. Our job is to ensure the blades keep their profile and are optimum for producing electricity. A career with GEV is taking ownership of the challenges we face globally and personally contributing to a positive future for us all. You will also join a dynamic and team orientated organization, where the culture is built around collaboration and driving change.
See More Details >>Bring your skills from working as a General Manager, Operations Manager, or Store Manager to Vestas and start building an exciting career in Renewable Energy! As an Operations Manager* for Vestas, you’ll use your skills and experience to supervise and develop teams that model Vestas values and produce high-level results against key performance indicators and operational goals. Key accountabilities include safety leadership, operational fluidity/achievement, and financial performance. You will be engaged in technical problem solving, handling the site budget, promoting operational efficiency, and coordinating customer accounts and service contracts. Internally this job is titled: Manager, Site Responsibilities: • Promote a safety culture at the site to improve site safety performance. • Develop a technician/team to ensure effective and efficient operation of the wind turbine plant. • Establish an effective working relationship with the customer to deliver on the contract. • Meet budgetary cost targets to deliver service at or below the cost plan target for site service contracts. • Utilize team to deliver optimal wind turbine performance through quality scheduled maintenance and efficient troubleshooting. Competencies: • Proven business management skills to include financial management/cost control, contractual compliance, and performance management skills. • Experience supervising a team of employees to safely carry out work in a complex environment. • Demonstrated leadership skills and ability in coaching, mentoring, motivating, and developing employees to achieve a highly aligned, motivated, and engaged team. Effective change and conflict management. Proven decision-making ability with balanced risk taking. • Knowledge and experience with effective safety programs, practices, and procedures • Highly motivated, with accountability and ownership. Functions effectively in a time-sensitive setting in environments of rapid change and conflicting demands. • Continuous improvement and quality methodology skills. Effective issue resolution and structured problem solving. • Previous budgeting, cost center, and P&L management experience preferred. • Experience in scheduling, administering, and supervising projects to achieve fruitful outcomes. • Demonstrated ability to achieve Customer Loyalty Standards through effective relationships and demonstration of value differentiation. Skilled negotiation and customer service skills. Qualifications: • 2-3 years' management experience, in a related service, e.g., industrial or manufacturing setting. • Ability to regularly work at the service site and travel within the site (to various turbines) as needed. • Demonstrated ability to build and supervise a hard-working team/operation. • Technical background, hydraulic or rotating heavy equipment; knowledge of technical drawings and schematics preferred. Ability to understand and utilize technical language. • Solid English communications skills (verbal, listening, written, meeting management, presentation). • Valid driver's license, passport, and ability to travel as needed to meet business milestones. • Established PC computer skills (MS Office) required, SAP knowledge highly preferred. MS Office - Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that are met by an employee, to effectively perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable team members with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time. • Hearing ability to use telephones, close range radios or related device. • Visual acuity including depth perception, field of vision and the ability to distinguish between colors. • Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl as needed, as well as hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity. • Ability to climb stairs & vertical ladders to heights of 60 to 100 meters and at times supervise work in confined space environments. • Ability to lift, push, pull, carry items up to, but not more than 50 lbs. in weight. • Ability to observe training and obtain certification in required safety programs that include LOTO, Electrical, Fall Arrest & High Angle Emergency Decent, and Confined Space. • Ability to successfully participate in all training courses, including controlled decent practical exercises. • Due to safety parameters of fall protection equipment, the total weight of required PPE and gear shall weigh 300 lbs or less while being worn. Required PPE and gear can weigh up to 40 lbs. What we offer: We offer an exciting Management position with great development opportunities in an inspiring environment at the world's number one wind turbine producer. We value initiative, responsibility, and accuracy. You will become part of an international environment with a commitment to sustainability and safety and you will work among colleagues that take care of each other. • Great benefits coverage that includes dental and vision • Generous Paid Time Off policies • 401k plan • Tuition assistance • Highly developed Training Program • Global bonus program CCPA Notice for California Applicants BEWARE – RECRUITMENT FRAUD: It has come to our attention that there are a number of fraudulent emails from people pretending to work for Vestas. Read more via this link, https://www.vestas.com/en/careers/our-recruitment-process DEIB Statement: At Vestas, we recognise the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future. About Vestas: Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We specialize in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than our competitors in the renewable energy arena. We consider ourselves forerunners within the industry, as Vestas continuously aims to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 185 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, Vestas has an unmatched history demonstrating our expertise within the field. With 30,000 employees globally, Vestas is a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future. Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives, and gives everyone equal access to opportunity. To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings. About Vestas: Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 173 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field. With 29,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future. Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity. To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.
See More Details >>We are seeking a highly skilled and safety-conscious GE LOTO Certified Technician to join our dynamic team at GEV Wind Power U.S. In this critical role, you will travel extensively across the country to wind farm sites, applying your expertise in Lockout/Tagout procedures to support blade repair operations on GE turbines. Your focus on safety, teamwork, and operational excellence will ensure efficient, high-quality service delivery in challenging environments. If you thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on role and are passionate about renewable energy, this is the opportunity for you. Job Responsibilities: • Travel 100% on a rotational basis to wind farms throughout the U.S. - cross country travel by air or truck • Perform blade LOTO duties for GE wind turbines in support of blade repair operations • Monitor confined space operations for internal blade repair work • Assist the Blade repair team, who is primarily responsible for all work completion, either at height or on the ground • May need to interface with the customer on site • Assist in the operation of the basket, rigging/de-rigging blade access platform, and perform tag-lining • Help the team solve problems related to the work scope • Assist in maintaining organized on-site supply inventory during repair operations • Miscellaneous operations support tasks as required by team leader • Provide quality customer service and site rules and pay attention to detail • Professional conduct both on and off site; care for company property and interests • Maintain personal, team and site safety • Be a team player for a diverse team We are ideally looking for technicians with the following skillset and training: • Must be able to successfully work in a fast-paced, team environment, regularly think critically and be a problem-solver • Must already have a current GE LOTO Certificate (NAM Blade LOTO, NAM Tech Essentials or RELC Tech Essentials) and be able to provide proof of a certification • Must be a GE Qualified Electrical Worker 1 • Must have, or will be trained in, GWO Basic Safety Training, OSHA 10, NFPA 70-E, Confined Space • Ability to safely and correctly use powered hand tools • Prefer knowledge of composite blade repair specifications and techniques (but not required) • Prefer ability to read complex technical drawings and processes • IT literate (email, internet, iPad) • Willing to spend extensive time away from home in the field • Must be flexible for changes of scope and schedule • Ability to work well as a team and take guidance • Must have a valid, current driver's license • Must be able to meet the strenuous physical requirements of climbing ladders 2 or more times per day up to 300 feet/90 meters, bend, crawl, stoop and lift up to 75 pounds. • US / Canadian citizens or legal to work in either country are eligible for the opportunity What are the perks of working with GEV Wind Power? • Upskilling trusted GEV technicians via GEV Academy • Bespoke reporting system (time saving with training provided) • Streamlined communications for our technicians with regular Business and Project updates via GEV technician engagement platform • We listen to our technician needs and value their feedback (consistent technician feedback surveys) • Ongoing work for our top talent A little bit about us: A Career Enabling You to Make a Global Impact! You will have heard about the term ‘energy transition’ and perhaps wondered what this means and even how you can get involved. We can see fundamental changes in our daily lives from the electrification of motor vehicles to reducing our dependency on fossil fuels through the increased use of renewable energy sources. At GEV Wind Power, we are a key part of this transition and proud to be helping in a small way to accelerate the change. Our role is critical in supporting power generation from wind energy, where we are the market leader for maintaining one of the key components, the rotor blades. If the blades become damaged or simply lose their structural integrity through erosion from wind and rain, their efficiency and ability to produce power reduces dramatically. Our job is to ensure the blades keep their profile and are optimum for producing electricity. A career with GEV is taking ownership of the challenges we face globally and personally contributing to a positive future for us all. You will also join a dynamic and team orientated organization, where the culture is built around collaboration and driving change
See More Details >>Entering the wind trade in Dodge City, KS, often begins with specialized training and apprenticeship programs, 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 Dodge City, KS, aspiring wind trade professionals can expect to earn a weekly wage of approximately $472.5, with experienced technicians potentially earning over $108,000 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 with significant growth opportunities.
