Requisition ID: 90368 NextEra Energy Resources is one of America’s largest wholesale electricity generators, harnessing diverse energy sources to power progress. We deliver tailored energy solutions that fuel economic growth, strengthen communities, and help customers achieve their energy goals. Ready to make a lasting impact? Take the next step in your career with us! Position Specific Description This is a permanent position based out of Wolf Ridge near Muenster, TX and will require 80% travel. Join the nation's largest infrastructure developer as a Seasonal Blade Technician at NextEra Energy. As a Seasonal Blade 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, diagnostics, as well as long-term reliability and profitability. Additional duties may include: • Implementing Operation Safety Policy Instructions, conducting field work in compliance with OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) applicable regulations, encourage good employee safety practices, and drive an unparalleled employee safety culture • Participating in Business Lean Six Sigma processes and projects • Recruiting and developing other technicians for the ongoing development of 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 • CDL is a plus These jobs are seasonal. Employees hired into seasonal jobs will be on leave during the months of December and January. Full-time employee benefits will continue during this period of time and employees will be responsible for paying the missed employee portion of the benefits premiums on their first pay check after their return to work. Join the NextEra Energy Power Generation Team Job Overview Employees in this role perform maintenance and repair activities on wind turbine generators. Individuals conduct precision measurments, structural material removal, and repair on wind turbine blades. This job includes performing and leading repairs on Category 4 and 5 repairs with established procedures, which may require judgment based deviation for special circumstances, with engineering consultation and approval. Employees in this role will be qualified in the set up, rigging, maintenance, and operation of blade repair platform and boom truck systems. Job Duties & Responsibilities • Performs maintenance and repair on wind turbine power generation equipment with qualified leader experience • Travels extensively with little or no notice within the entire company fleet • Performs electrical, electronic, and mechanical troubleshooting; assesses damage; and conducts repairs on structural components of wind turbine blades, as well as maintainence, rigging, and operation of blade repair platforms and boom trucks • Maintains all company supplied equipment, facilities, and tooling • Provides oversight to other personnel and serves in the capacity of Safety Mentor • Participates as a team leader by organizing pre and post job meetings, communicating with site management, and ordering parts/materials • Applies a general undestanding of all technical and process functions as well as a solid understanding of the Quality Improvement (QI) process • Leads daily crew meetings • Ability to meet attendance requirements • Performs other job-related duties as assigned Required Qualifications • High School Grad / GED • Experience: 1+ years OR completion of a technical certificate/degree program • Valid Driver's License (NON CDL) • Post-Offer Functional Capacity Evaluation Preferred Qualifications • Associate's or Equivalent Experience • Trade School Graduate • Experience: 2+ years • Commercial Driver's License • Certified Hazardous Materials Manager 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 >>Requisition ID: 90302 NextEra Energy Resources is one of America's largest wholesale electricity generators, harnessing diverse energy sources to power progress. We deliver tailored energy solutions that fuel economic growth, strengthen communities, and help customers achieve their energy goals. Ready to make a lasting impact? Take the next step in your career with us!Position Specific DescriptionJoin the nation's largest infrastructure developer as a Wind Field Service Technician at NextEra Energy. As a Wind Field Service 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, diagnostics, as well as long-term reliability and profitability. This role will be based at Blue Summit Wind near Vernon, TX and will require 100% traveling within the area supporting multiple wind sites. Additional duties may include: Implementing Operation Safety Policy Instructions, conducting fieldwork in compliance with OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) applicable regulations, encourage good employee safety practices, and drive an unparalleled employee safety cultureParticipating in Business Lean Six Sigma processes and projectsRecruiting and developing other technicians for the ongoing development of the teamSupporting site manager for all phases of timely safety and environmental reporting, financial reporting, and turbine availabilityCollaborating closely with internal NextEra users to develop and implement operation-focused feedback and solutions for planned and unplanned maintenance, improvement projects, development, and financial performancePresenting a positive professional representation of NextEra Energy in the community and with the customerWe offer competitive pay, bonus, benefits (including 401k & pension) and career development and advancement opportunities. Relocation benefits may also be available. Job OverviewEmployees in this entry-level role perform maintenance and repair activities on wind turbine generators. Individuals conduct precision measurement, generator alignment, bearing replacement, and torque checks. Job Duties & ResponsibilitiesUnder direct supervision: Travels extensively with little or no notice within the entire company fleet Performs maintenance and repair on wind turbine power generation equipment Performs electrical, electronic, and mechanical troubleshooting Maintains all company supplied equipment, facilities, and tooling Completes Safety Mentor training curriculum with 6 months of initial hire Completes Wind Field Service Technician III training curriculum within first year Ability to meet attendance requirements Performs other job-related duties as assignedRequired 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 EvalPreferred Qualifications Associate's DegreeNextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members. Click here to learn more.Employee Group: Non ExemptEmployee Type: Full TimeJob Category: Technicians - Wind/HV/SolarOrganization: NextEra Energy Operating Services, LLC Relocation Provided: Yes, if applicableNextEra 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 >>Company Description UL Solutions is a trusted independent advisory, testing, inspection, and certification body for a broad range of industries. Our comprehensive portfolio of renewable energy solutions helps stakeholders plan, design, finance, build, invest, operate, maintain, and manage wind both on land and offshore, and solar throughout the project lifecycle and across the value chain. Working with UL Solutions means you have proven science, expert engineering, and innovative solutions that address the unique challenges of these industries. With offices in over 140 countries, a team of over 500 experts, and 35 years of experience we are well positioned to help mitigate risk and navigate complexities associated with renewable energy to empower successful outcomes. While the Maintenance Technician position is temporary, you'll be hired as a UL-employee (W-2) with payroll management with our trusted partner, Cypress HCM. We very much look forward to working with you! Job Description UL Solutions, will be installing (2) solar monitoring systems (SMS) near Vernon & Thalia, TX on behalf of one of our Clients. Each SMS occupies a footprint of roughly 700ft2, consists of a few solar panels, (2) 7-foot tripods, and various scientific measurement equipment surrounded by fencing. Each SMS will be monitoring irradiance, aka sunshine data, as well as other meteorological and weather-related parameters. Each station requires weekly maintenance, on the same day each week during daylight hours to ensure consistent and accurate data is being collected for approximately 24 months. Your duties will include the following: • Uphold highest level of communication as first point of contact for equipment in field; • Ensure all equipment is level & clean on a weekly basis; • Provide troubleshooting (w/support from UL Solutions) and when requested, repair(s) for low-medium complexity issues; • Ensure there is no debris obstructing the system (depending on site/region, grass cutting, snow removal, or clearing brush); and • Confirm the system is secure and hasn’t been tampered with. Each maintenance visit should take no more than 60-90 minutes. UL Solutions requires weekly digital logbook entries via internet along with photo uploads and other documentation to support the visit which should take 45-90 minutes. The entire process is estimated to require between 2-4 hours each week, including travel time to and from site. Occasionally, UL Solutions may request your assistance in replacing or troubleshooting equipment. A Senior Engineer would contact you to walk you through the process. They will support you while onsite and review data after the equipment repair. Qualifications No solar experience is required. Training will be provided remotely via phone and video, potential onsite training when possible. Must be able to take instruction remotely throughout length of contract term. Must use own transportation to and from remote SMS location (4WD preferred.) Willing/able to walk to and from site, typically no more than ¼ mile in one direction. Must own or have access to gas or battery-operated weedwhacker for occasional grass management, additional compensation will be provided. Required to climb and work comfortably from a 6 or 8-foot ladder (provided). Required maintenance of equipment utilizing levels, screwdriver, and other hand tools (provided). Must have demonstrated computer literacy, including ability to upload attachments with their own version of Microsoft Office (Excel and Word) to our SharePoint website with reliable internet. A smart phone is required to take site photos as well as to communicate with UL Solutions' staff while on site in an event of an emergency, etc. Required to treat all applicable information as confidential. Salary: $1,200/month ~ $150 per visit per site plus additional compensation for occasional grass management. Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. ULSG is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic predisposition, or any other basis protected by law.
See More Details >>Entering the wind trade in Vernon, TX, often begins with specialized training and apprenticeships, combining practical experience with theoretical knowledge, allowing individuals to gain skills while earning. These apprenticeships typically last about four to five years, involving extensive on-site 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 Vernon, TX, emerging as a key hub for wind energy jobs. Apprentices in Vernon can earn an average of $1,000 per week, with potential for significant growth as they gain experience. Training programs offered by trade schools and industry partnerships provide aspiring wind energy professionals with the necessary skills to enter a field with strong earning potential, often exceeding $50,000 annually for experienced technicians.
