Wind Turbine Technician III - Wasco, OR
At Vestas, we live our company values of Accountability, Collaboration, Simplicity and Passion. In an innovative and evolving industry, we change quickly to meet the needs of our customers. Our motivation is to preserve the environment through sustainable energy solutions. If this aligns with your values and enthusiasm, we want to hear from you! The Biglow Canyon Wind Farm is a wind farm in Wasco County, Oregon, near the city of Wasco, OR about 29 miles southeast of The Dalles. It's close to the great outdoors where you can go hiking in the mountains, fishing, hunting, skiiing, etc... Mount Hood is only an hour away.
The Technician III is regarded as an “advanced-level” team member on the technician team providing technical direction / oversight and mentorship to lower level technicians. They must meet all the requirements of Technician III and also interact with customers, direct crews and provide daily execution of site plan(s) per Vestas safety requirements (i.e. maintenance, repairs) including proficient operation and use of specialist tools and diagnostic processes (shadow data, VOB, TSL, VGA)
In this position you’ll use your skills and experience to perform scheduled service, fault analysis/troubleshooting, and potential main component, or blade work on wind turbines. During a typical day, you will work at heights and in confined spaces, while being exposed to the elements of weather. At this site near Dayton. WA. You will typically have shifts 5 days a week at 8 hours a day, with overtime available. You have available on-call as well. The team here normally works in teams of 2-3 and typically will climb 1-2 turbines a day. Travel in this role on average up to 15% a year due to assisting other sites as business needs require. There are PLENTY of opportunities to grow with Vestas here!
✓ You will need a safety-focused mindset
✓ Your positive attitude will contribute to your ability to work in a team environment, while being motivated and taking initiative in daily tasks
✓ You can identify solutions to issues with process of elimination
✓ You will bring 2-3 years of experience as a Tech III, mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical work; wind experience is a plus, as well as a wind certificate
We offer an attractive salary and one of the most comprehensive benefits plans in the industry, including:
✓ Benefits coverage within your first month
✓ State-of-the-art Training Program
✓ Paid Time Off (PTO), 3 weeks accrued
✓ Excellent 401(k) plan
✓ Global bonus
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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 173 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 29,000 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.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $2,500.00 - $3,300.00 per month
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
Work Location: In person