at Vestas American Wind Technology, Inc. in Springfield, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Skilled Worker / Semi-Skilled Worker|Full-Time|Field Operations
Vestas Wind Technology, Inc.
Wind Turbine Technician II
De Land, IL - 40 mins from Bloomington, IL; 27 mins from Champaign
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!
A DAY IN THE LIFE
In this position you'll use your skills and experience to perform major correctives on a wide variety of wind turbine platforms/brands. 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 De Land, IL, you will typically work 5 days a week and 8-10 hours a day.The position may require up to 25% travel per year, with more travel (within driving distance) at the start of the position to other site locations for your training, as this is a new site start-up. The site will have 50 - V162 EnVentus 6MW turbines.
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 at least a year of wind experience or a wind certificate with 2-3 years of experience in a mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical troubleshooting maintenance role
WHAT YOU'LL RECEIVE
We offer an attractive salary and one of the most comprehensive benefits plans in the industry, including:
Benefits coverage within your first month
State-of-the-art Training Program
Paid Time Off (PTO), 3 weeks accrued
Excellent 401(k) plan
Global bonus
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.
To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.
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.
