Vestas is a global leader in renewable energy solutions, specifically in wind energy. They are seeking a Major Component Exchange/Repair Technician who will be responsible for specialized wind turbine repair and optimization while traveling extensively across the Midwest region to ensure peak turbine performance.
Responsibilities
- The most critical factor is ensuring safety for everyone involved. This includes Risk Assessment; Identify potential hazards before starting. Protective Measures: Use appropriate gear, follow protocols, and maintain a safe environment. Compliance; Adhere to safety regulations and standards to prevent accidents
- Perform major component exchanges including gearboxes, generators, and other critical systems
- Execute maintenance, minor to medium repairs, design modifications, retrofits, and special projects – all following established procedures
- Travel extensively to support turbine operations across multiple platforms and site conditions
- Collaborate with teams to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality work
- Conduct safety inspections and ensure a secure working environment
- 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
Skills
- Prioritize safety above all else. You understand and follow established safety protocols, proactively identify potential hazards, and take immediate action to prevent incidents. Your commitment ensures a secure environment for yourself, your team, and the community
- Minimum one year of wind technician experience, or six months wind technician experience with a Wind Technician certificate/education, or 2 years of transferrable mechanical, electrical, and/or hydraulic experience
- Proven expertise in troubleshooting and executing major repairs on various platforms
- Comfortable with 100% travel and working in varied site conditions
- A collaborative technician who thrives on solving complex challenges
- 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
- Preferred wind turbine experience with hands-on MCE work
Benefits
- 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.
Company Overview
Vestas is the only global energy company dedicated exclusively to wind energy. Wind is our business and our passion. It was founded in 1898, and is headquartered in Aarhus, Midtjylland, DNK, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.vestas.com.
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