Wind Field Service Technician II - Major Components - Various Locations

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Requisition ID:   97957 

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Position Specific Description

The Wind Field Service Technician – Major Component is a highly skilled, fleet-wide traveling role responsible for executing large corrective maintenance and major component replacements on wind turbine generators. This position plays a critical role in restoring turbine availability through complex mechanical and electrical work performed at heights exceeding 300 feet. The role requires strong technical aptitude, precision, and the ability to perform safely and effectively in fast-paced, high-pressure environments driven by weather and wind-window constraints.

Technicians in this role regularly support crane operations for major component replacements and must demonstrate a strong understanding of rigging practices, load control, and clear communication to safely direct crane movements during removal and installation of large turbine components.

Weekend, night, and extended-hour work is required, along with extensive travel across the company fleet, often with little or no advance notice.

Key Responsibilities

Under general supervision, the Wind Field Service Technician – Major Component will:

Travel extensively across the entire company fleet, often with minimal advance notice

Perform large corrective maintenance and major component replacements on wind turbine generators, including but not limited to gearboxes, generators, main bearings, blades, and other major assemblies

Execute precision mechanical work such as component replacement, torquing, alignment, and critical fastener verification

Perform advanced electrical and mechanical troubleshooting on wind turbine systems

Work safely at heights of 300+ feet while adhering to all fall protection and rescue requirements

Apply rigging principles to support safe lifting operations and assist in directing crane movements during component removal and installation

Operate effectively in high-stress, time-sensitive environments driven by wind conditions, crane schedules, and outage windows

Maintain, inspect, and properly use all company-supplied tools, equipment, vehicles, and facilities

Apply a solid understanding of technical procedures, work instructions, and Quality Improvement (QI) processes

Provide safety oversight to other personnel and serve as a safety mentor when required

Promote and enforce a strong safety culture, including stop-work authority when conditions are unsafe

Meet all attendance, travel, and availability requirements

Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Required Skills & Qualifications

Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude with demonstrated experience in industrial or heavy equipment maintenance

Proven experience performing complex maintenance or repairs in challenging environments

Working knowledge of rigging practices, load dynamics, and hand signals or radio communication for crane operations

Ability to safely work at extreme heights (300+ feet) and in varying weather conditions

Ability to remain calm, focused, and effective in stressful, fast-paced situations with tight time constraints

Strong communication skills and the ability to coordinate effectively with crane operators, supervisors, and team members

Willingness and ability to travel extensively on a fleet-wide basis

Availability for weekend, night, and extended-hour work as required

Ability to meet all physical demands of the role, including climbing, lifting, and working in confined spaces

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience with major component replacements on wind turbines

Crane and heavy lift support experience in wind, industrial, or construction environments

Formal training or certification in rigging, lifting operations, or technical wind systems

Experience serving in a safety leadership or mentoring role

Working Conditions

Frequent work at heights exceeding 300 feet

Outdoor work in varied and sometimes extreme weather conditions

High travel percentage with variable schedules

Physically demanding work in industrial environments

This position is critical to maintaining fleet reliability and requires individuals who are technically capable, safety-focused, and adaptable to dynamic work conditions.

Job Overview

Employees in this role perform maintenance and repair activities on wind turbine generators. Individuals conduct precision measurement, generator alignment, bearing replacement, and torque checks.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Under general supervision:

Travels extensively with little or no notice within the entire company fleet

Performs maintenance and repair on wind turbine power generation equipment

Performs electrical, electronic, and mechanical troubleshooting

Maintains all company supplied equipment, facilities, and tooling

Applies a general understanding of all technical and process functions as well as a solid understanding of the Quality Improvement (QI) processes

Provides safety oversight to other personnel and may serve in the capacity of Safety mentor

Ability to meet attendance requirements

Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

High School Grad / GED

Experience: 1.5+ years in a technical field, OR completion of a technical certificate/degree program

Valid Driver's License (NON CDL)

Ability to climb a wind turbine up to 300 feet

Post-Offer Functional Capacity Eval

Preferred Qualifications

Associate’s Degree

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Employee Group:  Non Exempt

Employee Type:   Full Time

Job Category:  Technicians - Wind/HV/Solar

Organization:  NextEra Energy Operating Services, LLC 

Relocation Provided:  Yes, if applicable

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