Wind Technician (Wind Energy)

Location: Ritzville, Washington, United States; onsite at a wind site

Salary: $41,600–$90,000 USD per year, depending on job level, location, skills, experience, education, training, and certifications. Eligible for an annual cash bonus.

Company

hirify.global develops and operates clean-energy assets, including wind, solar, battery storage, and conventional power-generation facilities across the United States.

What you will do

• Assist with mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical maintenance, repair, and replacement on wind turbines.
• Maintain safe, efficient, and reliable turbine operation while following site safety procedures.
• Troubleshoot SCADA communication systems and complex turbine component problems at higher levels.
• Document completed work, parts used, and time spent through computer-based service reporting systems.
• Perform electrical testing, read schematics and wiring diagrams, and safely execute LOTO procedures.
• Support site operations, balance-of-plant and switchyard work, and mentor or lead lower-level technicians as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, or willingness to obtain one within the first six months of employment.
• Able to work onsite in Ritzville, Washington, climb towers up to 300 feet, work in confined spaces, and operate safely in adverse climates.
• Valid driver’s license, good driving record, ability to travel, and ability to operate and maintain a service vehicle.
• Mechanical aptitude, ability to use hand tools, and verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work flexible on-call schedules, including weeknights, weekends, and holidays.
• No visa sponsorship or other employment-authorization sponsorship is available now or in the future.

Nice to have

• Previous SAP experience.
• Electrical construction, utility, power-generation, or electrician experience for Level I and above.
• Associate’s degree in electrical or technical studies and relevant turbine experience for Level II and III.

Culture & Benefits

• Site-based employees collaborate in person daily to operate locations safely and efficiently.
• Benefits are available to eligible employees working 20 or more hours per week.
• Benefits include PTO, medical, dental and vision coverage, HSAs and FSAs, commuter benefits, and a 401(k) with employer match.
• Additional offerings include relocation benefits, life and accident insurance, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, fertility programs, and adoption assistance.

Hiring process

• Trainees must pass an advancement exam and oral board after completing the training program within six months of hire.