Wind Turbine Technician II - Fowler, Indiana

Technician II

Fowler Ridge Site, Fowler IN

WHO WE ARE

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 Fowler Ridge Wind Farm is a wind farm in Benton County, Indiana, near the city of Fowler, IN about 30 miles northwest of Lafayette and 90 miles northwest of Indianapolis. It is one of the largest wind farms in North America.

A DAY IN THE LIFE

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 Payne, OH. You will typically have shifts 5 days a week at 8 hours a day, with overtime available. You have available on-call as well. There is a long contract for this site with opportunity to grow and move up in our technician levels. 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 10 % a year due to assisting other sites as business needs require. There are PLENTY of opportunities to grow with Vestas here!

MORE ABOUT YOU

✓ 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 in transferrable mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical work; wind experience is a plus, as well as a wind certificate

WHAT YOU’LL RECEIVE

We offer an attractive salary and one of the most comprehensive benefits plans in the industry, including:

✓ Great benefits coverage that includes dental and vision

✓ Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policies

✓ Excellent 401(k) plan

✓Tuition assistance

It is the policy of Vestas to afford equal employment opportunity without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, or national origin, and to afford equal opportunity to veterans and individuals with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, provincial, or local law. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative within the People & Culture department.

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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 145 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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