Wind Turbine Technician (I, II or III)

Looking for an exciting opportunity where you can work in Healy, Alaska as a Wind Turbine Technician? Join our team at Golden Valley Electric Association and be part of the renewable energy future! As a Wind Turbine Technician, you will have the chance to use your wind turbine experience and operate heavy equipment in a challenging outdoor environment. Embrace the thrill of working in inclement weather conditions, from extreme temperatures to windy surroundings, while contributing to our commitment to innovation and sustainability. If you're a driven individual looking to make a real difference in the field of renewable energy, this position offers a competitive pay range of $38.65 (Tech I) to $55.22 (Tech III) per the IBEW Collective Bargaining Agreement.

As a team member you'll be able to enjoy benefits such as Retirement, 401K, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability, Paid Leave, Flexible Spending, and Wellness Benefits. Don't miss this opportunity to be at the forefront of green energy technology!

Golden Valley Electric Association: Who We Are

GVEA is an electric cooperative which maintains 3,292 miles of transmission and distribution lines, 40 substations, and 9 generating facilities. Our system is interconnected with Fort Wainwright, Eielson AFB, Fort Greely, the University of Alaska-Fairbanks, and all of the electric utilities in the Alaska Railbelt, extending from Homer to Fairbanks. Powering the Interior of Alaska, GVEA contributes to the economic, environmental, and social viability of our communities.

What's your day like?

As a Wind Turbine Technician at Golden Valley Electric Association, you will play a crucial role in the operation, maintenance, inspection, and testing of our wind turbine sites. Utilize your problem-solving skills to troubleshoot and repair turbines in the event of a fault or breakdown, ensuring optimal performance. Your responsibilities will also include updating and installing software into the turbine's operating system, showcasing your technical expertise. With the ability to work independently, you will be tasked with maintaining facilities at both the O&M building plant and the warm storage building receiving area in Ferry on both sides of the river.

This position offers a dynamic work environment where your contributions directly impact our renewable energy initiatives.

What we're looking for in a Wind Turbine Technician (I, II or III)

To excel as a Wind Turbine Technician at Golden Valley Electric Association, candidates should possess a High School diploma or equivalent, along with technical training in the operation and maintenance of coal-fired power plant systems, heavy equipment, and material handling systems. Experience in a wind farm environment is essential, as is demonstrated proficiency in operating heavy equipment. A valid Alaska driver's license and first aid/CPR certification are required, with the ability to obtain ICC Medical Examiner's certification within six months of hire for commercial vehicle operation. Ideal candidates will have at least one year of experience performing operations and maintenance activities in an industrial facility, showcasing their technical skills and commitment to safety and excellence in the electric cooperative industry.

Knowledge and skills required for the position are:

• High School diploma or the equivalent.
• Technical training in the operation and maintenance of coal-fired power plant systems
• heavy equipment
• and material handling systems.
• Experience working in a wind farm environment.
• Demonstrated experience operating heavy equipment.
• Valid Alaska driver's license required.
• Possess first aid/CPR certification. Certification can be obtained within six months of hire date.
• ICC Medical Examiner's certification (required to drive a commercial vehicle).
• One year experience performing operations and maintenance activities in an industrial facility.

Note: As a condition of employment, successful applicants must become an IBEW member within 30 days after employment.

Will you join our team?

If you think this job is a fit for what you are looking for, great! Please fill out our online, mobile-friendly application! We're excited to meet you!

GVEA conducts pre-employment, post-offer drug/alcohol screening and background checks. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates as deemed necessary. All offers of employment at Golden Valley Electric Association are contingent upon clear results of a drug/alcohol screening.

Salary : $39 - $55