Wind Turbine Offshore Technician (m/w/d)

Job Description

Are you a U.S. citizen or hold valid work authorization and reside in the United States? Are you interested in elevating your Offshore career to new heights?

We are ramping up our expanding team with Wind Turbine Technicians experienced in Offshore Installation for site-based activities on US waters!

A traveling wind turbine technician will work worldwide alongside a team of well-trained professionals to install the wind turbines on new wind farm sites. A part of this role will include basic cleaning and maintenance on the site surrounding the wind turbines. Therefore a high level of attention to safety regulations and the industry is important for overall safety on the job.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Read and understand technical drawings; able to follow and amend standard work procedures for turbine installation
• Execution of Offshore Installation of Wind Turbines per standard operating procedures and always according to the safety regulations
• Check and supervise the selection and usage of professional tools and equipment
• Proficient operation and use of tools (power, hydraulic and other specialized)
• Use of all tools in a safe and responsible manner
• Plan your own work ahead
• Perform all work following GWS safety protocols and procedures and wearing appropriate PPE
• Reporting all near-miss accidents, incidents, and accidents immediately to the Site Manager
• Attending site induction and other requested site meetings held by the client or GWS
• Participating in training and education, as required by management, client or local law rules
• Perform required maintenance of tools and equipment and other GWS properties on site
• Keep work place neat and orderly to prevent accidents and inefficiencies
• Meet weekly reporting deadlines of work hours, work progress reports and travel reports
• Flexibility to travel extensively and work in varying and adverse weather conditions
• Flexibility to work overtime hours on weekly basis including nights and weekends

Requirements

Requirements for this role include:

• 1+ years experience working as an WTG technician on Offshore wind farm construction sites (direct experience in WTG Installation)
• Mechanical/technical/electrical education preferred
• Practical knowledge required in mechanics, pneumatics and hydraulics
• Ability to climb (up to 400 ft.), lift up to 50 pounds and work in confined spaces, on a daily basis
• Team work, open mind and flexibility – with respect for others and other cultures
• Capability to work at remote sites (domestically and internationally as required) in adverse weather conditions
• Ability and willingness to travel and work independently
• Professional attitude with a high emphasis on Quality and Safety
• Valid documents:
  • OEM specific trainings
  • GWO trainings
  • OEUK Medical Fitness certificate
  • TWIC card
  • clean driver's license
  • US passport/ US work authorization