What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wind Turbine Technician position at Siemens Gamesa?
A Snapshot of Your Day
As a Wind Turbine Technician, you’ll be responsible for the routine service, maintenance, and solving of Siemens Gamesa and Senvion wind turbines. While based at a home wind farm, you’ll also support a mobile team that covers up to two additional sites as we need.
How You’ll Make An Impact
Siemens Gamesa is part of Siemens Energy, a global leader in energy technology with a rich legacy of innovation spanning over 150 years. Together, we are committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. As a leading player in the wind industry and manufacturer of wind turbines, we are passionate about driving the energy transition and providing innovative solutions that meet the growing energy demand of the global community. At Siemens Gamesa, we are constantly seeking individuals to join our team and support our focus on energy transformation
Rewards/Benefits
Specific offers are determined by various factors, such as experience, skills, certifications, and other business needs. Employees typically do not start at the top of the range, though compensation depends on each individual’s qualifications.
As a Wind Turbine Technician, you’ll be responsible for the routine service, maintenance, and solving of Siemens Gamesa and Senvion wind turbines. While based at a home wind farm, you’ll also support a mobile team that covers up to two additional sites as we need.
How You’ll Make An Impact
- Conducting blade inspections as a primary responsibility, thoroughly examining all blade quadrants.
- Performing maintenance on turbines, including mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
- Diagnosing faults and performing repairs in a safe and timely manner.
- Climbing turbines (300 feet) and working in confined spaces at elevation.
- Recording and reporting service activity accurately using company tools and protocols.
- Maintaining compliance with company safety standards, site rules, and environmental protocols.
- Being physically prepared for job demands including ladder climbing (267 steps), lifting, bending, working overhead, and operating in adverse weather conditions.
- High school diploma or equivalent experience or GED or equivalent.
- 2 years' technical, mechanical, or electrical field related to wind turbines.
- Able to work safely in a team setting and meet physical demands, including weight under 265 lbs and passing a job-specific medical exam.
- Experience with electrical systems: PLCs and converters; customer-facing.
Siemens Gamesa is part of Siemens Energy, a global leader in energy technology with a rich legacy of innovation spanning over 150 years. Together, we are committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. As a leading player in the wind industry and manufacturer of wind turbines, we are passionate about driving the energy transition and providing innovative solutions that meet the growing energy demand of the global community. At Siemens Gamesa, we are constantly seeking individuals to join our team and support our focus on energy transformation
Rewards/Benefits
- Career growth and development opportunities
- Supportive work culture
- Company paid Health and wellness benefits
- Paid Time Off and paid holidays
- 401K savings plan with company match
- Family building benefits
- Parental leave
Specific offers are determined by various factors, such as experience, skills, certifications, and other business needs. Employees typically do not start at the top of the range, though compensation depends on each individual’s qualifications.