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 Illinois (IL) is actively seeking skilled full-time, local Technicians to climb, service and maintain a fleet of wind turbines at the Sugar Creek wind farm in New Holland, IL. 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- Friday 7:00 AM-3:00PM and earn a competitive wage of $19.47 - $22/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 $19.47 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Referral program • Vision insurance Schedule: • Day shift • Monday to Friday • On call • Overtime Education: • High school or equivalent (Required) License/Certification: • Driver's License (Required) Ability to Commute: • Lincoln, IL 62656 (Required) Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Company Description Apex Clean Energy was founded with a singular focus: to accelerate the shift to clean energy. Through origination, construction, and operation of utility-scale wind, solar, and storage facilities, distributed energy resources, and green fuel technologies, Apex is expanding the renewable frontier across North America. Our mission-driven team of more than 400 professionals uses a data-focused approach and an unrivaled portfolio of projects to create solutions for the world’s most innovative and forward-thinking customers. For more information about how Apex is building the energy company of the future, visit apexcleanenergy.com. Apex strives to excel in every phase of project realization, from origination and financing to construction and asset management. Our mission-driven team seeks determined, resolute individuals who strive to innovate and go above the call of duty, and who will relentlessly do their part to help accelerate the shift to America’s clean energy future. Job Description We are seeking a Solar Technician to join our Site Team at our utility-scale solar site in Logan County, Illinois. This position is responsible for performing testing, troubleshooting and the repair of solar inverters at the site to meet maintenance schedules and performance standards such as Mean Time To Repair (MTTR). Focus will be placed on ensuring a safe, efficient, and environmentally sound plant operation through inspection of watch, electrical, mechanical, and electronic trouble shooting. Inspection will be performed daily for, mechanical component breakage or misalignment and electrical component failures preventing a collector or group of collectors from tracking. Reporting to the Facility Manager on site, you will receive instructions on forward looking assignments typically on a weekly cadence. Duties and tasks are standardized but what is performed will vary day to day. • Hours: Full Time • Type: Non-Exempt • Department: Asset Management • Travel: 25% - 30% • Office Location: On Site Primary Responsibilities: • Ensure proper operation, inspection, and maintenance of solar field equipment and associated solar components including inverters, tracker systems, transformers and substations, SCADA systems, road maintenance, vegetation assessments, general building maintenance, etc., perform QA/QC inspections in accordance with applicable SOP • Proactively look for improvement opportunities to job appropriate processes and procedures • Read schematics to troubleshoot complicated mechanical, and electrical, problems with inverters, tracker control systems, PV panels, and components • Effectively gather information regarding solar performance issues associated with solar field equipment, met towers, metering, etc. May diagnose, recommend, and implement solutions up to intermediate routine issues. Seeks assistance when encountering issues outside trained skill level to ensure success in resolution • Comply with all pertinent environmental health and safety programs • Act as a safety role model by encouraging and recognizing others completing safe acts and intervening when unsafe acts are being practiced. Identify gaps in safety standards and safety risks in the work environment and provide recommendations to higher level technical staff and management • Perform a variety of administrative duties satisfying both internal and external reporting requirements. Administrative responsibilities include but are not limited to; plan of the day (POD) reports, reviewing work orders, SAP processing, fault reports, offline inverter reports, and engineering cases. • Demonstrate and promote integrity, strong initiative, and a no-compromise focus on safety and quality of work on a continuous basis • Review completed service checklists for accuracy and maintain punch list for future work activities • Engage appropriate internal and external resources to correct performance issues • Ensure that reliable electronic communication is maintained between the solar field, substations, site office, and home office • Responsible for facilitating training requirements as related to areas of safety and compliance training • Work closely with equipment suppliers and service entities as needed • Works on assignments that are semi-routine in nature where the ability to recognize nonconformities and develop solutions is required. • Demonstrates superior workmanship and quality in all work areas. • May act as the technical interface with the customer and with other Apex departments • Professional appearance and courteous behavior is required at all times. • Models a professional and positive work ethic. • Ability to effectively work both independently and in a team environment Qualifications Success Profile To succeed as a Solar Technician at Apex Clean Energy, you’ll need to excel within the following criteria: • AAS or higher degree in Electrical Engineering or related field • Journeyman electrician or equivalent • NABCEP, NEC, NFPA, OSHA certifications preferred • Previous experience in electrical circuits and assemblies testing or troubleshooting • Drone Pilot FAA 107 certification preferred • Component identification and the ability to read technical assembly documentation and schematics • Knowledge and understanding of Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) practices • Technical knowledge of solar inverter operation • Arc Flash certification (will provide training if not already obtained) • Previous experience with systems for tracking parts and labor • Inverter diagnostics repair (preferred) • Tracker diagnostics repair (preferred) • Willing and able to work from our project site in Logan County, Illinois Additional Information Work Environment: Works primarily in an outdoor environment, occasionally at night, which may be noisy and fast paced and subject to inclement weather. Many tasks are repetitive in motion and include the use of electronic assembly equipment. Extended hours may be required to complete scheduled repairs. How You’ll Grow At Apex Clean Energy, our professional development plans focus on helping people at every level of their career to identify and use their strengths to do their best work every day. From entry-level employees to senior leaders, we believe there’s always room to learn. We offer opportunities to help sharpen skills in addition to hands-on experience in the dynamic, fast-paced renewable energy industry. From on-the-job learning experiences to a robust multi-week onboarding experience to formal development programs, our professionals have a variety of opportunities to continue to grow throughout their career. What Apex Can Offer You At Apex Clean Energy, we know that great people make a great company. We value our people and offer employees a broad, best-in-class range of benefits. • A mission-driven, energetic environment that supports and encourages our people to do their best work every day. • A respect for and celebration of individuality, differences, and uniqueness • Collaborative and driven professional workforce committed to supporting your ideas and feedback and accelerating your potential • Ongoing support and guidance such as on-the-job learning, hands-on experience, and mentorship • Training, strategies, and tools to support your personal and professional growth • Team atmosphere of diverse professionals committed to making an impact as an organization • Opportunities to volunteer and give back to our local communities • Exceptional benefits such as medical and dental; 401(k) with corporate match • Base and bonus commensurate with experience • Responsible Paid Time Off plus standard company holidays • Benefits Offered: comprehensive high-deductible health plans, dental and vision insurance plans, short-term and long-term disability, group life insurance, 401(k) corporate matching, flexible spending arrangements, company paid parking and cell phone, fitness and wellness corporate discounts At this time, Apex will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position. Apex Clean Energy, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.
See More Details >>Entering the wind trade in Lincoln, IL, typically begins with a specialized apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to gain practical skills while earning. Apprenticeships in the wind trade can last about four to five years, requiring extensive training under experienced professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the wind energy sector is expected to grow significantly, with a projected increase of 60% in employment for wind turbine technicians from 2023 to 2033. In Lincoln, IL, wind trade apprentices can earn an average of $1,200 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $64,000 annually. Vocational schools, industry associations, and platforms like Stream Marine Training help aspiring wind trade professionals find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
