Wind Technician
Clearway EnergySweetwater, Texas
Full Time
Posted January 29, 2026
$45k - $90k
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Job Description
The Wind Technician is responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting wind turbine mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical components to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable wind power generation, working under the supervision of site management and progressing through different levels of technical expertise.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in performing wind turbine mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical maintenance.
- Document work performed, parts used, and time spent using service reporting procedures.
- Troubleshoot and repair SCADA communication systems.
- Operate and maintain service vehicles and hand tools.
- Follow safety procedures and maintain a safe working environment.
- Assist in all site operations as directed by supervisors.
- Perform mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical component repairs and replacements.
- Read electrical schematics and wiring diagrams to aid troubleshooting.
- Lead maintenance and troubleshooting crews as necessary.
- Perform lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and mentor lower-level technicians.
Requirements
- A high school diploma or GED required or willing to obtain within the first 6 months of employment.
- Able to climb towers unassisted up to 300 feet.
- Able to work safely in a confined space.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and have a good driving record.
- Possess demonstrable mechanical aptitude and basic electrical knowledge.
- Able to work with electrical wires and differentiate between color coded wires.
- Able to safely work in a wide range of adverse climates and environments.
- Able to travel as required.
- Ability to read schematics and wiring diagrams is preferred.
- Able to communicate verbally and in writing and work without direct supervision during the performance of work.
- Able to create, edit, or modify Microsoft Word and Excel documents.
- Must meet the requirements of Clearway Energy Group’s Qualified Electrical Worker program.
- An Associate’s degree in electrical or technical field and six months turbine experience, or a high school diploma/GED and one-year wind turbine experience for Level II.
- An Associate’s degree in electrical or technical field and two years turbine experience, or a high school diploma/GED and three-year wind turbine experience for Level III.
Benefits & Perks
Compensation/salary range: $45,000 - $90,000 USD depending on experience and location
Work schedule: Flexible on-call schedule including weeknights, weekends, and holidays
Work environment perks: Safe working environment, ability to climb towers up to 300 feet, work in adverse climates and environments
Additional benefits: Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision), HSAs with company contributions, health FSAs, dependent daycare FSAs, commuter benefits, relocation assistance, 401(k) plan with employer match, life and accident insurances, fertility programs, adoption assistance, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, benefits for same-sex marriages, civil unions, domestic partnerships, and a comprehensive benefits website
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