Wind Service Technician

Siemens Energy; Medicine Hat; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy solutions provider is looking for a Wind Service Technician in Medicine Hat, Alberta. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience in the wind industry and a commitment to safety. Responsibilities include maintenance and troubleshooting of wind turbines within a technical environment, ensuring compliance with safety standards. This position may require significant travel during training and offers relocation assistance if necessary.

Qualifications

• Must meet body weight restrictions of 265 pounds or less.
• Relevant experience in electrical, mechanical, hydraulic maintenance/troubleshooting.
• Experience in industrial or automotive industries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform service and maintenance of wind turbines.
• Diagnose and resolve problems independently and efficiently.
• Ensure the site team works safely and operates efficiently.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Understanding and commitment to a safe work culture

Troubleshoot errors on wind turbines

Drive continuous process improvements

Education

High School Diploma or 3+ years of wind industry experience

Tools

SAP

Job description

Wind Service Technician

About the Role

Location: Canada, Alberta, Medicine Hat
Company: Siemens Energy Canada Limited
Organization: Wind Power Business Unit, Onshore
Full / Part time: Full-time
Experience Level: Experienced Professional

A Snapshot of Your Day

Join one of the world’s leading suppliers of wind power solutions as a Wind Service Technician for Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy (SGRE)! Demand for electricity generated from renewable sources is growing rapidly, and SGRE is at the forefront. We combine technological innovations, experience, and expertise to deliver comprehensive solutions and have a proven track record of successfully delivering wind power projects worldwide. We are currently seeking talented and motivated candidates for this technician position.

The technician role is based at Rattlesnake Ridge Windfarm, Alberta. The ideal candidate will diagnose and resolve problems independently and efficiently, provide excellent service to our customers, work on complex systems in challenging environments, and contribute to the development of new field procedures and best practices. Safety and Quality are central to our culture, and the ideal candidate will prioritize both. Travel may exceed 50% in the first year for training, followed by approximately 25% in subsequent years based on business needs. Relocation assistance may be available if required.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Report any HSE, Quality, or safety violations immediately to the Site Lead or Site Manager.
• Drive continuous process improvements.
• Perform service and maintenance of wind turbines.
• Troubleshoot errors on wind turbines.
• Ensure the site team works safely, follows work instructions, and operates efficiently.
• Be self-motivated, think quickly, and address issues as they arise.
• Work a flexible schedule and analyze and resolve issues independently and efficiently.

What You Bring

• High School Diploma or 3+ years of wind industry experience with an associate or trade school degree/certification.
• Must meet body weight restrictions of 265 pounds or less, as required by safety regulations.
• Understanding and commitment to a safe work culture.
• Strong communication skills.
• Relevant experience in electrical, mechanical, hydraulic maintenance/troubleshooting, industrial, or automotive industries.
• SAP experience is preferred.