Position Overview

The general role of a Wind Turbine Technician II - Industrial Services is to provide labor to a wide range of facilities construction, mechanical and industrial projects within the wind industry. This is a semi-skilled position that requires a mechanical knowledge and aptitude, along with a basic knowledge of construction trades. Projects may include, but not be limited to the following industries and facilities: Wind Energy, Oil and Gas, Construction, Manufacturing, Power Plants, Commercial, Aggregate, Factories, Production Plants, Coal, Solar, etc.

This individual should have an understanding of industrial construction and must become proficient with the products and services offered by Beitzel Corporation. This position will require a flexible schedule with extensive travel and out-of-town work and the willingness to work extended hours to include weekends, holidays, evenings, and possible night shift.

What You'll Do

• Assist in the installation of wind turbines, including the assembly of components such as blades, nacelles, and towers
• Perform routine maintenance to ensure the turbines are operating efficiently to include lubrication, filter changes, and checking for wear and tear on components
• Conduct regular inspections of wind turbines to identify any potential issues. This includes visual inspections and the use of diagnostic tools to check for mechanical and electrical problems
• Diagnose and troubleshoot issues with wind turbines. This involves interpreting error codes, using specialized tools and software, and following technical manuals to pinpoint problems.
• Provide labor for various wind, facilities construction, industrial, and mechanical projects
• Perform concrete work, rebar, masonry, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, mechanical, rigging, excavation, ditching, trenching, and general labor as required
• Perform a variety of industrial landscaping such as installing silt fences, mowing right of ways, etc.
• Utilize hand tools and power tools safely and effectively
• Learn to operate basic machinery such as a man-lift, scissor lift, fork-lift, etc.
• Learn to assemble basic structures such as sheds, garages, etc.
• Learn to select cables, ropes, chains, pulleys, winches, blocks, and sheaves, according to weight and size of load to be moved
• Learn to attach loads with grappling devices, such as loops, wires, ropes, and chains to crane hook
• Use hand signals to direct workers who are engaged in hoisting machinery and equipment
• Learn to read blueprints and specifications to determine job requirements
• Learn duties of the Facilities Techs and assist as needed
• Sit, talk, hear, read, and write
• Walk, crawl, talk, see, read, hear, feel, sit, stand, kneel, crouch, twist, reach, grasp and climb with both hands and legs for extended periods of time
• Lift and/or move up to 75 pounds
• Climb at heights of 300'+ for extended periods of time
• Must be able to work in confined spaces
• Works indoors and outdoors in all types of weather
• Perform duties on-site at industrial locations

What You'll Bring

• 2+ years of basic construction and/or mechanical experience preferred
• GWO training preferred
• 2+ years of wind turbine maintenance preferred
• Possesses a mechanical aptitude with prior experience in commercial/industrial mechanical fields preferred
• Valid driver's license required
• Experience using basic hand tools
• Ability to accurately read a tape measure
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations accurately
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to follow work direction

Min

USD $22.00/Hr.

Max

USD $25.00/Hr.