Job Description

Tester 

Brighton, CO

Schedule: Monday through Thursday 5:00PM to 3:30AM

General Purpose:

Testing electronic components of Nacelle before final assembly occurs

Responsibilities:

• Test safely, according to all procedures, is the #1 priority as there are high hydraulic pressures and high voltages in test.
• Control and test an assembled, or pre-assembled product in production; make quality control of the product to ensure no failures pass through to the next level and/or supplier.
• Verify adherence to Vestas quality and testing standards before allowing product to takt to next operation.
• Perform assembly / process work in operation for which he/she is responsible for, as needed; normally will be perform non-standard work and will cover operations in the event of absences.
• Problem-solving by trying to diagnose test failure issues.
• Point of contact within operation for process/product engineering changes.
• Ensure NCR reports is made, as regarding product/assembly not meeting Vestas quality specifications.
• Inspect product to determine compliance with order specifications, company’s quality control system for compliance.
• QDA entry; stamp mark of approval or rejection with QDA on product and write report.
• Provide customer service by responding to requests for service and assistance.
• Listen and obtain clarification; responds well to questions.
• Teamwork - gives and welcomes feedback.
• Ethics - Upholds organizational values.
• Follows organizational policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; Apply feedback to improve performance.
• Observe safety and security procedures; determine appropriate action beyond guidelines; report potentially unsafe conditions; use equipment and materials properly.
• Other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions:

• Ability to read, write and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to observes safety and security procedures.
• Regular and reliable attendance.

Education, Training, and Skills Required:

• Journeyman or Master Electrical license and 4 years’ hands-on experience OR documented electrical education (i.e. Associates degree in Electrical Engineering, Trade school certificate of graduation, Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering) and 4 years’ hands-on experience OR documented military-equivalent technical training with electrical system, (i.e. Avionics, Power Production, Civil Engineering) and 4 years’ hands-on experience. Note: experience must be with industrial or commercial electrical equipment including maintenance and troubleshooting 3 phase systems and controls.
• Annual refresher courses in electrical and hydraulic safety training.
• Knowledge of Manufacturing software and Spreadsheet software.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. 
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

Work Environment:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. 
• Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; Apply feedback to improve performance.
• Observe safety and security procedures; determine appropriate action beyond guidelines; report potentially unsafe conditions; use equipment and materials properly.
• Other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions:

• Ability to read, write and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to observes safety and security procedure.
• Regular and reliable attendance.

Education, Training, and Skills Required:

• Must be able to pass an Electrical Aptitude Test.
• Annual refresher courses in electrical and hydraulic safety training.
• Safety focused mindset.
• Your positive attitude will contribute to your ability to work in a team environment, while being motivated and taking initiative in daily tasks.
• You can identify solutions to issues with process of elimination.
• At least one year of wing experience or 2-3 years of experience in an applicable background, including mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical troubleshooting experience.
• Knowledge of Manufacturing software and Spreadsheet software.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to comprehend electrical and hydraulic schematics with European symbols.
• Low voltage troubleshooting - 24V.
• PLC experience.
• Network experience – Wi-Fi and Fiber optics.
• Basic knowledge of hydraulic valves.

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. 
• The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

Work Environment:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 
• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places, risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• This Job Description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of this position, and the duties and responsibilities of this position may change without notice at the Company’s sole discretion. 

Salary Range:

$30.00-$39.00($3.00/HR Differential for Night Shift) 

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DEIB Statement:
At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.

About Vestas:
Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. 

Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 173 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field. With 29,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future. Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity. To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings. 

Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 173 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field. With 29,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future. Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity. To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.

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