Field Training Technical Coordinator

Field Training Technical Coordinator  

Deutsche Windtechnik is Germany’s largest Independent Service Provider, offering a comprehensive service package for Wind Turbine Generators (WTG) from one single source.  With more than 9,000 WTGs under contract and more than 2,200 worldwide employees operating in Europe, the US and Asia, Deutsche Windtechnik sets the bar for Independent Service Provider services. 

Deutsche Windtechnik came to North America and started operations here in 2018. Headquartered in Houston, TX., it is our goal to set the standard for best-in-class levels of quality, safety, efficiency, and customer service in the US market. 

Are you prepared to assume a crucial role within the Training Department? 

The Field Trainer Coordinator is responsible for supporting the U.S. Services team by delivering essential safety and technical training required to deploy teams to customer wind projects. This role involves developing, instructing, and overseeing training in areas such as OSHA compliance, working at heights, and crane operations, among others. 

Additionally, the Field Trainer Coordinator will work closely with Technical Trainers to develop and implement wind turbine systems and safety training. A key aspect of this role is monitoring and managing the Specialized Field Services (DWT’s traveling team) training needs, including onboarding support. Training progress will be tracked through the company’s Learning Management System (LMS). 

This position will also assist in Operations and Quality support functions and will require extensive travel. The Field Trainer Coordinator will collaborate closely with the global training team to develop and enhance training programs for the various Wind Turbine platforms and other technical and regulatory requirements.  

Are You Looking to: 

• Developing training modules, job performance measures, and competency evaluation systems? 

• Assisting in the creation and modification of wind turbine course content? 

• Providing hands-on training and certification programs? 

• Ensuring compliance with industry safety and operational standards? 

• Supporting Operations and Quality functions? 

• Collaborate with the Quality Department to promote continuous improvement in training materials and delivery? 

• Travel to remote worksite locations to provide on-site training and technical support? 

• Assist Operations and Quality teams with key activities such as site setup, QC checks, site audits, and document generation? 

• Participate in annual budget preparation and manage training program expenditures? 

• Ensure compliance with industry safety regulations and operational standards? 

• Provide hands-on training and certification programs for wind turbine technicians? 

Are You Ready to: 

• Own and manage the Specialized Field Services training support function, ensuring technicians receive required training. 

• Assist in developing Wind Turbine systems training content for the U.S. training program. 

• Develop and organize training modules, Job Performance Measures (JPMs), approach distance cards, multimedia aids, and other educational materials to support Wind Turbine training. 

• Plan, develop, and deliver training using various methods such as classroom instruction, demonstrations, on-the-job training, workshops, and conferences. 

• Perform skills assessments for new hires and transitioning personnel to ensure technical proficiency. 

• Provide training on basic electrical, mechanical and hydraulic systems.   

• Assist in developing curriculum materials to align with technician career progression. 

• Develop and implement testing and evaluation procedures to measure training effectiveness. 

• Support internal rope rescue and advanced rescue training programs, first aid/CPR/AED, cranes and rigging, and other safety-related training. 

• Provide support to the Global Training Team, ensuring alignment with international training standards. 

• Work closely with the EHS Department to instill a strong safety culture across all training programs. 

What You’ll Need: 

• High school diploma required; a college degree in a relevant field is preferred 

• 5 years in a similar role or a combination of knowledge and experience with training programs in the wind industry 

• Valid driver’s license (NON-CDL or CDL) 

• Technical Trainer or Advanced Level Site Technician experience 

• Expertise in Electrical Theory and Hydraulic Theory 

• Proficiency in Basic and Advanced Troubleshooting 

• Knowledge of Basic and Advanced Turbine Operations 

• Strong proficiency in MS Office products (Word and Excel) 

• Excellent writing and presentation skills 

• Must be able to pass a physical exam and drug/alcohol screening. 

• The employee must be capable of lifting and/or moving up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus because of potential work in close confines. 

• Employees must be physically fit enough to freely climb 300 ft multiple times a day while wearing 25+ lbs. of climbing gear and work in extreme weather conditions. 

• Must be capable of rescuing team mates anywhere in tower in the event of emergency. 

• We care about the safety and wellbeing of every one of our employees. To help ensure their safety, any employees climbing a wind turbine must use a Personal Fall Arrest System, and may not exceed the system’s maximum weight capacity of 309 lbs. This weight must include the individual, their tooling, uniform, and personal protective equipment. Based on these safety requirements and the standard weight of equipment, employees who climb wind turbines may not exceed a maximum personal body weight of 260 lbs. 

What You’ll Get: 

• 401k with fully vested, generous company match available after 6 months. 

• Generous PTO, Excellent Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits. 

• Competitive Compensation. 

• Personalized and Ongoing Training. 

DWT CULTURE: 
What sets us apart is our intense focus on our customers, employees, and culture.   

Our Mission:    To be the most trusted O&M partner to wind farm owners.  

   Our Vision:    To empower the Americas’ achievement of 100% renewable energy, one 

                   wind turbine at a time.   

How do we accomplish this?  By building a team and a culture with the core values that are: Transparent, Innovative, Guiding (advisor and partner), Efficient, and Reliable. 

We call ourselves TIGERs and we hope you get an opportunity to join us someday! 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 
Deutsche Windtechnik is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, protected veteran or military status, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law. 

EEO is the Law 
Applicants and employees are protected under Federal law from discrimination.