Wind Turbine Technician

Job description

There is a current need for skilled Millwrights in Vermont. We are seeking Wind Turbine Technicians to engineer wind-powered system processes such as installation or maintenance. The ideal candidate would be professional, experienced, and adventurous.

Responsibilities

• Repair, maintain and install wind-powered systems on-site.
• Inspect the exterior and physical integrity of wind turbine towers.
• Troubleshoot problems (hydraulic, variable speed, etc.)
• Service underground transmission systems, wind field substations, or fiber optic sensing and control systems.
• Comply with local environmental and health laws.
• Perform maintenance in accordance with OEM practices.
• Perform data collection from wind plants.
• Replace worn or malfunctioning components.
• Collect turbine data for testing or research and analysis.
• Install wind turbine towers on land or at sea.
• Fit electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic equipment.
• Test turbine blades and control systems.
• Run safety checks on electrical substations and cables.

Requirements

• Need to be physically fit and have good stamina, as this is a physically demanding job that involves climbing and heavy lifting.
• Able to climb 80+ meter steel towers daily.
• Able to lift up to 30 kgs worth of equipment.
• Willing to work overtime and on short notice.
• Technically minded and have an aptitude for mechanical systems and processes.
• Consistently meet standards and have strong attention to detail to maintain safety compliance.
• Rigging experience is a must.
• GWO training is a plus.

About UBC Millwrights:

UBC Millwrights are seeking experienced Wind Turbine Technicians and Apprentices (1 years' experience) to join Local# 1121. If you are an experienced Wind Turbine Technician with experience in rigging, alignment, Assembly, Gearboxes, blueprint reading, welding, and torch cutting or you are just starting out, this is your chance to advance your career.

We are the nation’s highest skilled and most trained construction trade. We take pride in constant investment and upgrading of our journeyman. Please look at our website for further information on our trade, www.southernstatesmillwrights.org

**Organization Details**

Simply put, we are not a temp agency and we do not hire just anybody, we are highly selective and committed to hiring millwright journeymen and journeywomen who desire to be the best and most professional in their field of work!

**Organization Affiliates**

UBC Millwrights is a proud supporter of Helmets 2 Hardhats, we have in the past and continue to be one of the largest employers of Military Veterans returning home after serving our Country, utilizing many of the skills they have acquired while serving.

**Additional Requirements**

* Clean background so you can pass a background check

*Committed to the job and will show up every day

* Understanding of and ability to follow job site safety requirements

* Ability to work well with others in a crew

* Compliance to zero tolerance drug policy

**Benefits**

In addition to being a great career opportunity, we provide a high compensation benefit package to the members and families of our organization, not only while working in the field but ensuring you very lucrative retirement benefits after a rewarding career with the UBC Millwrights.

$25-46 per hour

PLUS

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Prescription drug plan

Defined benefit pension

Defined contribution account

Free Journeyman upgrade and skills training

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $22.85 - $46.29 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• On call
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road