Wind Technician, Vestas American Wind Technology - Job Training Program
About the program
The Vestas training program provides an education on the rapidly growing wind industry. Participants will learn working at heights safety, wind turbine operation, installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance procedures. The curriculum will consist of 3 weeks of formal classroom training in Portland, OR, and 4 to 8 weeks of OJT on an operating wind park.
What you'll do
Vestas American Wind Technoloy is actively hiring to support the high demand for wind technicians throughout the country. Technicians will focus on mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems, and learn to operate and troubleshoot wind turbines.
Eligibility
Target military occupations
Electrical, mechanical, hydraulic maintenance
Drivers license, clean driving record, comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces. Must be able to climb ladders and lift 50lbs.
Good to know
Initial training is located in Portland Oregon followed by an OJT period on a wind park in the US. Open positions near JBLM, Tacoma WA.