Travel Wind Turbine Technician II - South Region
Location: Austin
Posted on: June 23, 2025
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Job Description:
Repair Technician II This is a remote, hourly position requiring
100% travel across South. With overtime, travel, and supplemental
earnings, Repair Technicians have the potential to earn over
$100,000 per year. If you enjoy travel and want to grow your
electrical and mechanical skills while working on exciting
projects, join our Repair Team and help power communities with
clean energy. 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 Repair 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
to $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
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. Nearest
Major Market: Austin
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