Clearway Energy
Wind Technician
$42K–$90K
Ritzville, Washington, United States · Full-time · Posted Aug 31, 2026
- Experience
- Level II: associate’s degree (electrical or technical) and six months of turbine experience, or high school diploma/GED and one year of wind turbine experience. Level III: associate’s degree (electrical or technical) and two years of turbine experience, or high school diploma/GED and three years of wind turbine experience. No minimum years specified for Trainee or Level I.
- Education
- Trainee: high school diploma or GED, or willing to obtain within the first six months of employment. Level II and III education alternatives are specified in experience.
- Visa sponsorship
- No visa sponsorship or any kind of sponsorship for employment authorization is available for this role, now or in the future.
About the job
Assists with maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing wind turbines and related site equipment, with responsibilities varying by technician level.
What you'll do
- Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair wind turbine mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical components; higher-level technicians may lead crews and train junior staff.
- Document work, parts, and time; follow safety procedures, including LOTO where applicable.
- Support site operations, including SCADA systems, balance-of-plant and switchyard work as required.
What they ask for
- High school diploma or GED (or willingness to obtain within six months) for Trainee; higher levels have specified education and turbine-experience alternatives.
- Ability to climb towers up to 300 feet, work in confined spaces and adverse environments, and travel as required.
- Valid driver’s license and good driving record; mechanical aptitude and ability to use hand tools.
- Level-specific electrical skills, turbine experience, and ability to meet Clearway Energy Group’s Qualified Electrical Worker program requirements.
Nice to have
- Previous experience in SAP.
- Ability to read schematics and wiring diagrams (preferred for Level I).
Pay
$41,600 - $49,920 USD (base salary); $45,000 - $66,000 USD (base salary); $52,000 - $74,000 USD (base salary); $63,000 - $90,000 USD (base salary); $41,600 — $90,000 USD (base salary)
Tools
SCADA, Microsoft Word, Excel, SAP, LOTO
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