Service Technician (m/w/d)
Vestas
Company Overview
Vestas Wind Systems A/S
Aarhus, Denmark
1945
Over 17,000 employees globally (source: vestas.com). Revenue of €2 billion in 2024 (source: vestas.com).
What They Do
Vestas specializes exclusively in wind energy technology, focusing on both onshore and offshore wind turbines. The company has no involvement in solar energy, energy storage, hydrogen, or grid solutions, apart from software integrated into the turbines (source: vestas.com). Their core products include three platforms: EnVentus, 4 MW, and 2 MW models, which collectively have an installed capacity of 170 GW worldwide. Vestas also offers refurbished turbines for cost-reduced projects, including delivery, transport, and installation (source: us.vestas.com). Their services include lifecycle maintenance for 159 GW and over 56,000 turbines, with more than 12,000 technicians in 71 countries, as well as digital tools like VestasOnline and Scipher analytics platform (source: vestas.com). Target markets span utilities, independent power producers, and developers in 85 countries, making Vestas a leading player in the industry with the largest fleet of turbines (over 82,000) (source: vestas.com).
Projects & References
Vestas has a strong track record, including the early Tunø Knob offshore wind farm, which had a total capacity of 5 MW in Denmark in the early 1990s and demonstrated a 15% higher yield than onshore projects (source: vestas.com). In North America, Vestas operates projects like Rocky Hollow Wind, supported by 1,680 technicians and 24/7 monitoring from Oregon (source: rockyhollowwind.com). Vestas also supplies turbines for high-capacity projects, where the V236-15.0 MW model represents a 500-fold capacity increase from the 30 kW prototype from 1979 (source: vestas.com). The company has established partnerships with utilities and developers in 85 countries, which includes a $2 billion USD expenditure on the supply chain in 2024 (source: us.vestas.com). Geographically, Vestas operates in 85 countries with production in Denmark and the USA (Colorado), and is expanding its services in 71-78 countries (source: rockyhollowwind.com).
Recent Developments
In the past two years (2024-2025), Vestas has advanced its V236-15.0 MW turbine to first power production, highlighting the software-driven evolution from 30 kW in 1979 (source: vestas.com). The company reported over 49,000 MW installed in the USA/Canada and a $2 billion USD expenditure on the supply chain in 2024, underscoring their market dominance (source: us.vestas.com). Technology blogs have detailed advancements in modularization, high-capacity factor turbines, and revenue maximization under fixed-price agreements, but no new contracts, acquisitions, or funding rounds have been reported (source: vestas.com). A 75-year brand video celebrated milestones up to 2020, but no new awards or certifications have been noted after 2023 (source: video.vestas.com).
Working There
Vestas offers roles in engineering, manufacturing, installation, service (over 12,000 technicians globally, 1,680+ in North America, 5,000+ in the USA), software development, digital analytics, operations, and supply chain, with ongoing hiring for onshore growth (source: vestas.com). Active hiring is taking place in Aarhus (HQ, Denmark), Portland OR (US HQ, monitoring), Houston TX, Boston MA, Colorado factories, and field sites in 71 countries (source: us.vestas.com). The culture emphasizes safety as a top priority, rapid innovation with weekly software rollouts, data-driven decisions from a fleet of over 56,000 turbines, and collaboration with partners and customers (source: vestas.com). Documented benefits include career growth in sustainable energy, with structures for 24/7 operational support suggesting robust training and job security (source: vestas.com).
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Job Description
Are you interested and skilled in electricity, mechanics, and hydraulics? Would you like to be part of the renewable energy sector in a flexible position that encourages teamwork and innovative solutions? As a Service Technician/Wind Turbine Technician at Vestas, you get a job where you play a crucial role in maintaining a more sustainable future.
Region NCE > Service Sweden > Norrbotten
You will be part of Vestas Northern and Central Europe which is a sales business unit responsible for the sales function, project, installation, and service of wind farms throughout these regions. Our Swedish headquarter is in Malmö and we have warehouses in several locations across Sweden. Vestas NCE aim to be the No. 1 performing business unit within Vestas, not only in modern energy but also in employee and customer satisfaction.
We are looking for additional people to join our team in Gällivare. As a Service Technician, you will be doing service and maintenance of the wind turbines. In this role, you get to work in an exciting industry in a team of highly engaged colleagues working everyday to make the world more sustainable.
Responsibilities
As a Service Technician, you hold an important role as the frontline of our service agreements and taking care of the customers turbines. The position requires accuracy and professionalism as the quality and personal safety of our service work are highly considered. To fulfill goals in this role, we believe you possess good knowledge of electricity and mechanics as well as being service-minded.
Your responsibilities will be:
- Electrical and mechanical troubleshooting and repairs on sites all over Sweden, and other Nordic countries, daily reporting in our ERP-system, SAP
- Service and maintenance according to the agreement, as well as carrying out a diversity of check-ups, repairs, and replacement activities of turbine components
- Friction-less operation of our turbines and use of our systems like condition monitoring and remote control
- Contact with customers regarding completed and upcoming service and repairs
- Responsibility of the service vehicle, warehouse, and order of material, tools, and spare parts
Qualifications
- Electrical background and several years of experience working with electricity
- Some experience within mechanics and hydraulics
- Major English skills, written and verbal
- Fluent in Swedish is beneficial
- Good IT skills, as you will be reporting and communicating through various systems
- Driving license B (unrestricted)
Competencies
We believe that you recognize yourself in the following:
- Enjoying teamwork while also being proficient in managing your own work activities
- A creative, problem-solving, and service-minded approach towards your tasks and in collaboration with colleagues across Vestas and with external stakeholders on site
- Open to travel and to a flexible environment, as unplanned work hours can occur
- A physical condition that enables you to handle heavy lifts and to work at heights
- Highest level of safety awareness
What we offer
Our employees are our most valuable resource. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and we invest in your professional development through an extensive onboarding program, followed by continous training and development initiatives to support your growth.
At Vestas, you will join a motivated team of service technicians in a fast-growing international company, where we believe that clear communication and well-defined structure are key to producing meaningful results. Your workplace will be 100 meters above ground, offering a impressive view of the surrounding landscape. As part of our commitment to diversity, we actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates - regardless of gender or background.
Additional information
Your primary work location will be Gällivare, Sweden. The schedule is 7/7 Monday to Sunday one week with working hours 07:00 - 18:30 and the second week is off. During the first period of the employment regular daytime schedule will apply due to mandatory courses. You should expect some travel activity, approximately 50 days per year.
A requirement for obtaining employment is that you are approved for working at heights, which is assessed through a medical examination that is carried out during the recruitment process.
Please apply with your CV no later than 04/01/2026. For additional information about the position, please contact: Recruiter Rebecka Thorell at [email protected]. Please note: We do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date.
Our commitment to a fair hiring
At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, we kindly ask that you remove any photos, dates of birth or graduation, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal information not relevant to the role before submitting your CV/resume. Your CV/resume should focus on your professional and educational background, along with the necessary contact details (email and phone number). We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness.
DEIB Statement
At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.
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December 10, 2025
Full Time
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January 2, 2026
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- Gällivare, Sweden
Several years of experience in electricity, with some experience in mechanics and hydraulics.
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