Resource Traveling Wind Turbine Technician II - 100% Travel - Northeastern US Region
This position is remote requiring 100% travel in the Northeastern US region, primarily in Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, Pennsylvania, New York, Vermont, Maine, and North Carolina. This is an hourly paid position. With travel, overtime and other supplemental earnings, resource technicians may have the ability 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 Resource Team and help power communities with clean energy. Offering $2,500 USD Sign On Bonus* - Details below 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 Resource 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 weigh up to 40 lbs.