LARGE CORRECTIVE TECHNICIAN – North America

Post On : May 30, 2025 | Under :

COMPANY DESCRIPTION:

LiftWerx is a specialized wind energy contractor which performs large corrective repairs using crane-less technology. LiftWerx offers both specialized equipment and experienced technicians to perform corrective repairs on a wide variety of wind turbines. The majority of lifting services are performed using up-tower crane technology, which avoids the high cost and disruption of utilizing large conventional cranes on the ground.

We invite you to join LiftWerx, where we are focused on raising the bar.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Large Corrective Technician (full-time)

LOCATION:

This is a traveling position. The successful candidate(s) will travel extensively to worksites across the USA and Canada. Candidates can be based in either Canada or the continental USA, preferably close to a major airport.

POSITION OVERVIEW AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Large Corrective Technician (know internally as a LiftWerx Technician) is a field-based, customer-facing role that performs large corrective repairs on wind turbines. This includes the complete replacement of wind turbine gearboxes, pitch bearings, main bearings, generators, yaw drives, and blades. In addition to providing corrective repairs to turbine equipment, the Large Corrective Technician installs, operates, maintains, and mobilizes specialized up-tower lifting devices at customer sites. The successful candidate will establish and maintain proper business relationships with customers and peers, as well as performing necessary administrative duties accurately.

This position reports to the Project Manager, with daily project reporting to the Major Corrective Supervisor.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE:

Minimum high school diploma.
2-5 years of field service experience is required. Previous experience performing operations, maintenance, or corrective repairs on Siemens, General Electric, or Vestas turbines will be a tremendous asset.
Strong communication skills.
A Liftra CO1+ crane operator’s certificate is valued but it is not necessary.
Must be proficient in the use of tools and specialized equipment.
Valid driver’s license and good driving record required. A commercial truck driver’s license will be an asset, although not absolutely required.
Must be able to work both individually and in an established team setting.
Willing to work different shifts as business needs dictate, including willingness to work long shifts as required.
Ability to travel and provide service across North America; willingness to participate in an on-call rotation after training and certification.

The use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is a condition of employment for this role. Due to the nature of the work and in accordance with workplace safety standards, all team members must wear appropriate PPE while performing job duties.

Due to the hazards associated with climbing a wind turbine and working at heights while using fall protection systems all employee who are required to do so must meet the bona fide occupational requirements as outlined in their job description. These include but are not limited to the following:

Work at heights: Must be able to free-climb ladders to turbine nacelle – up to 140 meters (460ft)
Max Weight: 295 lbs Min Weight: 115 lbs (Max weight with all gear is 310 lbs, Min weight with gear is 130) Current weight of approved gear is 30 lbs.
Physical fitness: Able to lift 50 lbs ground to waist and 25 lbs wait to shoulder.
Confined spaces: Comfortable working in tight, restricted areas.
Vision and hearing: Must not have a hearing impairment the prevents employee from receiving critical communication.

HOW TO APPLY:

Please submit your resume and cover letter to resumes@liftwerx.com and you could be the next addition to our growing team!