Wind Jobs in Sioux Falls, South Dakota

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GE LOTO Certified Traveling Wind Technician

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% to wind farms throughout North America on an 8/1 rotation. • 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) • Willingness and ability to travel extensively, including by air and ground transportation, often on short notice, and to spend extended periods away from home at project sites. • Ability to drive or travel up to 11 hours per day when required. • Must be flexible for changes of scope and schedule • Ability to work well as a team and take guidance • Valid driver’s license, good MVR report, and must be 21 years of age or older 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. • Ability to wear a respirator and work safely with protective equipment • Good vision (with corrective lenses if necessary) to perform detailed inspections, read instructions, and safely operate equipment. • US/Canadian citizens or legal to work in either country are eligible for the opportunity The following certifications are optional and considered a plus: • GWO BST (Basic Safety Training) – fire awareness, working at heights, manual handling, first aid • GWO BTT (Basic Technical Training) – electrical, hydraulic, mechanical • IRATA or SPRAT rope access experience and certification is a plus; certificate must be current, and candidate must be physically capable of performing rope access work safely. • OSHA 10 General Industry • GE NAM Blade LOTO certificate What are the perks of working with GEV Wind Power? • Health insurance, dental, vision, disability, life, 401(k) match • 12 days paid PTO and 11 paid holidays • 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

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Assistant Construction Project Manager (Wind / Renewables - Nationwide Opportunities!)

Overview: Are you ready to take the next step in your construction career and help shape the future of clean energy? We're looking for a self-driven, resourceful, and disciplined Assistant Project Manager to support the successful delivery of utility-scale wind projects across the U.S. This is a high-impact, growth-oriented role designed to develop future project leaders. You'll be part of a team that partners with top energy clients nationwide to build a more sustainable future-one project at a time. Working directly onsite, you'll collaborate with field teams, subcontractors, and senior leadership to ensure projects are executed safely, on time, and within budget. You'll play a critical role in managing day-to-day operations, tracking progress, and solving problems in real time-while learning the full project lifecycle from pre-construction through close-out. Location & Travel Details: You'll get the opportunity to travel across the US, helping our team build renewable projects. This is a traveling position (up to 100%), where you will be onsite at a project location. You have the potential to be placed on a project site located in any state throughout the US. You'll spend 8-16 months on average per project. We offer designated daily per diem in addition to base pay to support and help you cover living expenses. A vehicle allowance will be provided. Our company has one of the industry leading rotational programs as well, with routine travel home from the jobsite. Company Overview MasTec Renewables, comprised of Wanzek Construction, IEA Constructors, and White Construction, combines over 20 years of experience in renewable energy construction. Depending on your position and project, you may work for one or more of our companies over your career with us. Join one of the largest construction firms in the country (Engineering News-Record [ENR]: #1 in Power,Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors,Transportation Contractor). We embrace diverse perspectives among our employees and across all levels of our business, including our suppliers, community partners, and clients. We have built a multidimensional workforce that brings valuable differences in perspectives, work ethics, and approaches to our organization. By collaborating across departments, we foster innovation and encourage everyone-from interns to executives-to share their ideas and make an impact. Our goal is to create a respectful work environment where all employees feel valued, included, and empowered to become innovative leaders in our industry. The MasTec Renewables market sector is part of the MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure business segment. MasTec's Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) segment generates over $4 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across industrial, renewables and infrastructure sectors. Our renewables sector focuses on solar, wind and battery storage. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do. MasTec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments. Responsibilities: Responsibilities • 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: Qualifications • 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 Solar or EPC construction industry experience/knowledge of construction techniques, estimating and construction management Knowledge/Skills/Abilities • 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 The Company'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 $100k-$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, Weight Management Drug Discount • Discounted National Gym Membership Network 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 an accommodation as part of the employment process, contact ceicareers@mastec.com. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information. MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran. 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. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Disclaimer: MasTec and our Subsidiaries will never ask prospective employees for any form of payment or money transfer as part of job application or onboarding. We do not ask prospective employees for information about credit cards or personal passwords, and it does not require applicants to purchase equipment or software. Ensure that all recruiter email addresses end in @mastec.com or @talent.icims.com. If you suspect you are the target of a scam, we advise you to contact your local law enforcement agency and report fraud at https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/. MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team. Appcast (For Export):

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Traveling Wind Troubleshooter Technician

GEV Wind Power is seeking a highly skilled Wind Turbine Troubleshooter Technician with comprehensive experience across multiple wind turbine platforms. This role is critical in ensuring the reliable operation of wind turbine generators through advanced troubleshooting, maintenance, and team leadership. As a Wind Turbine Troubleshooter, you will be responsible to identify common, reoccurring, and major component faults on any wind turbine generators: • Travel to various wind farm sites across the U.S. and Canada for job assignments • Troubleshoot problems on systems where duly trained/certified, including hydraulics, electrical and mechanical to ensure wind turbine and generator is operational and functioning properly • Develop advanced troubleshooting knowledge and skills on site in collaboration with other competent individuals • May perform maintenance tasks • Lead small teams; accountable for the safety, competency and productivity of individuals assigned to them • Keep records, maintains documentation and reports technical, safety issues and difficulties as required by company policy. • Maintain and follows safety procedures as required by company policy. • May assist or perform component replacement, retrofits, and other special assignments • Continue to develop and expand wind maintenance skillset through on-the-job training and train others in performing service work • Work safely, competently and productively under the direction of others Must meet the following requirements, have or obtain the listed required certifications and training (may be provided) including, but not limited to: • At least 3 years of hands-on troubleshooting experience with Siemens Gamesa (G114, G126, G132, SG145), Vestas (3.X / 4.X), or other major wind turbine models. • Citizen of or eligible to travel to and work in Canada for extended periods of time (valid passport required) • Ability to work an 8 week on, 1 week off rotation • Physically able to safely climb wind turbines up to 90m+ (300+ feet), stand, stoop, walk, crawl, crouch, stoop and generally meet the physical demands of the position. • Willingness and ability to travel extensively, including by air and ground transportation, often on short notice, and to spend extended periods away from home at project sites. • Ability to drive or travel up to 11 hours per day when required. • Able to work safely in outdoor environments under both extreme heat and cold conditions. • Good vision (with corrective lenses if necessary) to perform detailed inspections, read instructions, and safely operate equipment. • Must have solid knowledge of hydraulics and electrical systems • Must have maintenance experience, including knowledge of using grease guns, filter changes, using ERAD system, doing torquing and tensioning and similar service • Valid and current driving license with a satisfactory driving record • Must be 21 years of age to be able to drive a company vehicle • Must be able to proficiently read, write and speak English • Satisfactory criminal background check The following certifications are optional and considered a plus: • GWO BST (Basic Safety Training) - fire awareness, working at heights, manual handling, first aid • GWO BTT (Basic Technical Training) - electrical, hydraulic, mechanical • OSHA 10 General Industry • Applicable Siemens Gamesa Technical eLearning • Crane, Chain Hoist and Rigging Safety Training • NFPA 70E Arc-Flash Awareness • Prefer training or experience with Touchscreen Controller Hand Terminals What are the perks of working with GEV Wind Power? • Health insurance, dental, vision, disability, life, 401(k) match • 12 days paid PTO and 11 paid holidays • 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

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Overview

Entering the wind energy trade in Sioux Falls, SD, often begins with specialized training and education, combining hands-on experience with theoretical knowledge, allowing individuals to gain practical skills while learning. Training programs typically last from several months to two years, requiring extensive on-the-job 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 a median annual wage for wind turbine technicians of $61,770 as of May 2023. In Sioux Falls, aspiring wind energy professionals can expect to earn an average of $2,750 per week, with experienced technicians often surpassing $108,000 annually. Educational institutions, industry associations, and training programs provide pathways to a rewarding career in this rapidly expanding field.

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