Join our journey towards wind energy solutions. At Vestas, we believe in a world powered by renewable energy. We are a worldwide authority in wind energy, specializing in the design, manufacture, installation, and maintenance of turbines in over 80 countries. With over 40 years of experience, we are committed to advancing energy solutions driven by innovation, engineering excellence, and real-world impact. Join us and be part of an industry that’s transforming how the world is powered, where your work fuels progress and your career moves with purpose. Position Overview As a Wind Site Technician, you’ll ensure the smooth operation of wind turbines, directly addressing maintenance, troubleshooting, and system issues. Your contributions are vital in maintaining clean, reliable energy for local communities, regardless of your background in wind, electrical, mechanical, or heavy machinery sectors. Key Responsibilities • Maintain and repair wind turbines with your team to keep communities powered. • Adhere to safety protocols and perform safety inspections. • Collaborate with your team to improve turbine performance and share best practices. • Document your work and continuously improve operational processes. • Accurately time code all work activities to support clear tracking of task duration, progress, and operational efficiency. Who You Are • At least 6 months with a Wind Technician certificate, or 1 year of wind turbine experience, or 2 years in mechanical or electrical fields. • Highly developed problem-solving abilities and an engaged approach to responsibilities. • Safety-conscious and committed to best practices. • Able to work well with others and enjoy collaborative environments. • Physically fit, comfortable working in various conditions, and at heights. • Ability to speak, read and follow instructions in English. • You have a high school diploma (or equivalent), a valid driver’s license, and are legally authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for current or future sponsorship. Training & Equipment Vestas invests in your growth, providing access to comprehensive training programs and certifications like GWO Safety & Technical Training. You’ll also receive all necessary PPE and equipment to perform safely. Benefits & Career Growth We believe that when you thrive, we all thrive. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package. By joining our community, you take part in an international company that focuses on your safety, support, and growth, and we pledge to be with you at every turn. We’re proud to offer: • Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family. • Paid time off, holidays, and parental leave. • Opportunities for career progression and pay-for-certification growth. • 401(k) with company match, life insurance, and disability coverage. • An established safety culture and inclusive, collaborative workplace. Salary & Career Growth We offer attractive pay packages, performance bonuses, and opportunities to support your professional development. The base pay salary range for this position is $27.43 - $33.43/hr., with potential for additional variable compensation. Pay will be determined based on experience and qualifications. We are Offering $2,500 USD GWO Sign On Bonus* We’re not just offering you a job, but an opportunity to elevate your career. If you’re equipped with Basic Safety Training (BST), Basic Technical Training (BTT), and Advanced Rescue Training (ART) certifications from the Global Wind Organization (GWO), consider yourself already one step ahead! To show our appreciation for the expertise you bring along, we’re excited to offer a $2,500 USD sign-on bonus. • Eligibility requirements apply, speak with a Vestas representative for more details. Bonus would be subject to acceptable taxes & withholding. The details of the sign-on bonus including the amount and payment schedule will be provided with your offer letter. 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 Qualification, Fall Arrest & High Angle Rescue & Emergency Decent, and Confined Space. • Ability to successfully participate in all training courses, including controlled decent practical exercises. • Due to design parameters of fall protection equipment, the combined weight of prospective employee, required PPE and gear shall not exceed 300 lbs. Required PPE and gear may weigh up to 40 lbs. 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.
See More Details >>Offering $2,500 USD Sign On Bonus* - Details below Join our journey towards wind energy solutions. At Vestas, we believe in a world powered by renewable energy. We are a worldwide authority in wind energy, specializing in the design, manufacture, installation, and maintenance of turbines in over 80 countries. With over 40 years of experience, we are committed to advancing energy solutions driven by innovation, engineering excellence, and real-world impact. Join us and be part of an industry that’s transforming how the world is powered, where your work fuels progress and your career moves with purpose. Position Overview As a Resource Technician, you’ll play a critical role in supporting wind energy operations across multiple sites and projects. Whether assisting with service work or construction efforts, you’ll bring your skills and adaptability to where they’re needed most. Backed by Vestas training and qualifications, you’ll help ensure that teams are equipped and projects stay on track—delivering clean, reliable energy to communities everywhere. Your flexibility and commitment are key to powering progress, no matter your background in wind, electrical, mechanical, or field operations. Key Responsibilities • Diagnose, repair, and maintain wind turbines with your team. • Travel to different sites, work with diverse teams, and engage with varied experiences, including travel management and cost coding. • Conduct safety inspections and ensure a secure working environment. • Address advanced problem-solving tasks with effective self-management. • Work on construction and installation projects, overseeing the full life cycle of turbines. • This role offers exposure to a wide range of turbine platforms, site conditions, and team environments—ideal for technicians who thrive on variety and continuous learning. Who You Are • At least 6 months with a Wind Technician certificate, or 1 year of wind turbine experience, or 2 years in mechanical or electrical fields. • Highly developed problem-solving abilities and an engaged approach to responsibilities. • Safety-conscious and committed to best practices. • Able to work well with others and enjoy collaborative environments. • Physically fit, comfortable working in various conditions, and at heights. • Ability to speak, read and follow instructions in English. • You have a high school diploma (or equivalent), a valid driver’s license, and are legally authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for current or future sponsorship. Training & Equipment Vestas invests in your growth, providing access to comprehensive training programs and certifications like GWO Safety & Technical Training. You’ll also receive all necessary PPE and equipment to perform safely. Benefits & Career Growth We believe that when you thrive, we all thrive. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package. By joining our community, you take part in an international company that focuses on your safety, support, and growth, and we pledge to be with you at every turn. We’re proud to offer: • Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family. • Paid time off, holidays, and parental leave. • Opportunities for career progression and pay-for-certification growth. • 401(k) with company match, life insurance, and disability coverage. • An established safety culture and inclusive, collaborative workplace. Salary & Career Growth We offer attractive pay packages, performance bonuses, and opportunities to support your professional development. The base pay salary range for this position is $27.43-$33.43/hr., with potential for additional variable compensation. Pay will be determined based on experience and qualifications. We are offering a $2,500 USD Sign On Bonus* At Vestas, we’re not just offering you a job, but an opportunity to elevate your career. If you’re equipped with Basic Safety Training (BST), Basic Technical Training (BTT), and Advanced Rescue Training (ART) certifications from the Global Wind Organization (GWO), consider yourself already one step ahead! To show our appreciation for the expertise you bring along, we’re excited to offer a $2,500 USD sign-on bonus. • Eligibility requirements apply, speak with a Vestas representative for more details. 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 Qualification, Fall Arrest & High Angle Rescue & Emergency Decent, and Confined Space. • Ability to successfully participate in all training courses, including controlled decent practical exercises. • Due to design parameters of fall protection equipment, the combined weight of prospective employee, required PPE and gear shall not exceed 300 lbs. Required PPE and gear may weigh up to 40 lbs. CCPA Notice for California Applicants Our commitment to a fair hiring At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, we kindly ask that you remove any photos, dates of birth or graduation, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal information not relevant to the role before submitting your CV/resume. Your CV/resume should focus on your professional and educational background, along with the necessary contact details (email and phone number). We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness. DEIB Statement At Vestas, we recognize 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. 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 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 185 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 30,000 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 >>**Job Description Summary** The EHS Lead Specialist NAM position reports hierarchically to the Specialty Teams EHS Manager and provides day-to-day EHS support for a set of sites within a region or department, considering all WTG generators within the region, warehouses and service sites, field technicians, managers, contractors, and staff within the define scope. They are the interface between the EHS specialists managing site and operational topics, to other departments, managing tasks and provide EHS advice to proposed solutions; Assist and support stage-gate reviews for project/product development, monitor concerns from site which require Backoffice support in more long-running developments; develop streamlined initiatives to coordinate resolutions to trends observed at site levels from multiple sites/geographical separations. Serve as an escalation point for customer resolution and POC for multi-site customers. The EHS Lead Specialist is also a key advisor and support to local Service Managers. • *Job Description** • *Roles and Responsibilities** + Execute the vision and strategy administered by the NAM EHS Leader. + Facilitate the execution of all applicable EHS policies and programs from the EHS Leader on project sites. + Perform rollouts of new and revised EHS policies and programs. + Provide on call EHS support and guidance to the business as needed. + Responsible for the EHS program/policy development of your respective EHS disciplines. + Act as subject matter expert (SME) for your respective EHS disciplines. + Perform Work Instruction EHS reviews and revisions. + Perform Risk Assessments, reviews, and revisions. + Conduct Site Audits and reviews. + Conduct Event Analyses (investigations) for high severity **_or_** high severity potential injuries, illnesses, property damages, spills, near misses, etc. + Support SSPs in their execution of Event Analyses. + Support SSPs, Site Managers and Project Managers via site staffing of SSP personnel. + Support SSPs via day-to-day management, training, and performance evaluation of assigned GE & Contractor SSP personnel. + Provide coaching/improvement plans to assign GE & Contractor SSP personnel. + Perform assigned EHS software application tasks for given permission levels (i.e., Gensuite, Complyworks, Box, etc.) + Provide EHS software application support to assigned GE & Contractor SSP personnel. + Attend and contribute content to mandatory recurring and impromptu EHS meetings and conferences. + Attend and contribute to mandatory recurring and impromptu Operations and non-EHS meetings / conferences. + Provide EHS representation on Project kick-off meetings and improvement initiatives (when applicable) for assigned projects. • *Required Qualifications** + Must meet **_one_** of the following: + High School Diploma / GED with a minimum 5 years of direct, full time EHS experience in wind OR field service for general industry. + Bachelor's degree from an accredited university/college in occupational safety and health and 3 years of direct, fulltime EHS Experience in EHS Or general industry. + Certified by BCSP (ASP, CSP, CIH or CHST) + Valid (up to date) OSHA #500 Trainer Course in Occupational Safety and Health Standards for the Construction Industry **OR** OSHA #501 Trainer Course in Occupational Safety and Health Standards for the Construction Industry • *ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS** + Must be physically capable of climbing a wind turbine and performing confined space entry on a regular basis. + Must be capable of using turbine fall protection systems, including maintaining weight for such systems to be effective: maximum personal weight limit of 250 lbs. + Must be willing/able to travel throughout North America 50-75% of the time. + Have a valid U.S Drivers License • *Desired Qualifications** + Must be formally trained in how to perform Event Analysis / Incident Investigations in a recognized investigation methodology (i.e., Taproot, Apollo, Fishbone). + Bachelors or Masters degree from an accredited university/college in Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) or other related field (e.g., Engineering). + Proficient written communication skills. + Employee management experience. + Contractor personnel management experience. + Proficient written communication skills. + Competent understanding of how Event Analyses / Incident Investigations are managed and conducted. + Competent understanding of NFPA 70E and OSHA Electrical Safety standards along with overseeing & implementing Electrical Safety programs. Must be able to recognize and control electrical safety hazards. + Competent understanding of Energy Isolation / Lockout Tagout (LOTO) regulations along with overseeing & implementing LOTO programs. Must be able to recognize and control energy related safety hazards. + Competent understanding of Work at Heights, Fall Protection and Rescue regulations along with overseeing & implementing Work at Heights programs. Must be able to recognize and control work at heights safety hazards. + Competent understanding of Crane, Rigging & Lifting regulations along with overseeing & implementing crane, rigging and lifting programs. Must be able to recognize and control crane/rigging/lifting safety hazards. + Competent understanding of Industrial Mobile Equipment, Trenching & Excavation regulations along with overseeing & implementing such programs. Must be able to recognize and control related safety hazards. + Must be capable of exhibiting professional conduct daily, be an effective verbal & non-verbal communicator and be capable of utilizing technology / software (Microsoft Office, Outlook, Teams, 365, data entry etc.) The base pay range for this position is $99,200.00 - 132,300.00 USD Annual. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for variable incentive compensation of 10%. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness. General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual. • *Additional Information** 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:** No \#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 Springfield, IL typically begins with specialized training and education, combining hands-on experience with technical knowledge, allowing individuals to gain expertise while learning. Training programs last about two to three years, requiring extensive hands-on experience under seasoned 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 Springfield, IL, emerging as a key regional hub for wind energy jobs. Trainees in Springfield earn an average of $600 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $6,000 weekly. Vocational schools, industry associations, and platforms like Stream Marine Training help aspiring wind energy technicians find training opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential and significant growth opportunities.
