Wind technician

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Position Overview

Join one of the world’s leading suppliers of wind power solutions as a Wind Technician for Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy! Demand for electricity generated from renewable sources is growing fast, and Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy has the answers.

As one of the market leaders, we combine technological innovations, experience, and expertise to deliver readily available, one-stop solutions and have a proven track record of successfully delivering wind power projects on all continents.

SGRE is currently seeking highly talented and motivated candidates for a Wind Technician position. The candidate will work with a multi-disciplinary group to ensure top performance on our wind farms.

The ideal candidate has the ability to work a flexible schedule, along with the ability to analyze and resolve problems efficiently.

S / he will provide excellent service to our customers, have the ability to work on complex systems in tough environments, and participate in the development of new field procedures and best practices.

Travel up to 25%

The Wind Service Technician position is Located at the US-Goldendale, WA.

Relocation will not be offered for this role.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities :

Service and maintenance on multiple wind turbine platforms.

Troubleshoot errors on multiple wind turbine platforms.

Escalate technical issues to assisting engineering functions.

Perform mainly pre-defined, technical tasks (for example, basic commissioning of products and systems, integration of components to a system, basic engineering, maintenance jobs) and work packages on-site and remotely.

Assist customer remotely and onsite and provides 2nd and 3rd level user assist in case of arising issues.

Coordinates and accomplishes defined service operations and / or resolves product issues for customers equipment.

Assists in generating sales leads for pre-defined service offers and contributes to planning activities.

Adheres to defined processes and applicable regulations.

Be self-motivated, able to think quickly and address issues as they arise

Ability to work a flexible work schedule is required, along with the ability to evaluate and resolve issues efficiently

Ability to evaluate and resolve problems with developed problem solving skills efficiently.

Must be willing and able to work in stressful and sometimes dangerous situations, and in all weather conditions with varying work hours including overtime and weekends.

Must deliver quality in all job aspects in a timely manner while maintaining safety at all times.

Willing and able to climb 85m ladders daily.

Flexibility to work outside of planned ours and willing to take on additional assignments as needed to maintain a high quality wind project for our customer.

Willing and able to travel to assist other sites as requested and to maintain safety and technical certifications as required.

Required Knowledge / Skills, Education, and Experience

Driving is an essential function of the job and applicants must have a valid driver’s license at the time of application with an acceptable driving record.

Employees must maintain a valid license and acceptable driving record and may be subject to periodic DMV checks of their license.

Must have minimum of 6 months experience in a mechanical, electrical or industrial field

Physically and mentally able to work suspended from heights and in confined spaces

Flexible travel schedule

High school diploma or equivalent

Must meet body weight restrictions of 265 pounds or less as required by the safety regulations

Must pass a physical administered by a medical practitioner to ensure ability to safely perform the job functions and meet the physical demands of the position

Must pass pre-hire background drug screening

Qualified applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.

EntryLevel

Preferred Knowledge / Skills, Education, and Experience

Certification from a Renewable Energy or Wind Technical Program

Hands on work experience as a Wind Technician on a Wind Farm

Relevant work experience e.g. electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, maintenance / troubleshooting in a military, industrial or automotive industry

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets;

experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy, Inc.

it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

A reasonable estimate of the current range is $48,000 to 60,000 USD.

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Last updated : 2024-06-03

Salary : $48,000 - $60,000