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Vestas American Wind Technology

Wind Technician, Vestas American Wind Technology - Job Training Program

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At a glance

Open to
All branches
Format
In person
Length
61 - 90 days
Locations
1 location in Oregon
Job locations
California, Iowa, Illinois, Minnesota, North Dakota, New Mexico, New York, Oregon, South Dakota, Texas, Washington, Wyoming
Career field
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair
Target MOS/ratings
Electrical, mechanical, hydraulic maintenance
Nearest installation
JBLM, Washington and other locations

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.

Jobs this program prepares you for

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 & prerequisites

Drivers license, clean driving record, comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces. Must be able to climb ladders and lift 50lbs.

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.

Locations & contacts

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How to apply

  1. Contact the provider using the website or email above. Ask about openings, start dates, and the application.
  2. Confirm eligibility. SkillBridge is generally for service members within 180 days of separation who have their command's approval.
  3. Get your unit commander's authorization following your branch's SkillBridge process. Start early; approvals take time.
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