Wind Turbine Service Technician

Siemens Gamesa; Zurich; On-site; CAD 78,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy technology company is looking for a Wind Technician in Ontario. The position involves maintenance tasks in and out of wind turbines, supporting warehouse operations, and ensuring safety compliance. Candidates must have a college diploma and experience in electrical or mechanical environments. The role offers a salary range of $78,000 to $90,000 along with various benefits, promoting a strong work-life balance and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Career growth and development opportunities

Flexible work environment

Competitive total rewards package

Parental leave

Qualifications

• Must adhere to safety regulations, including weight restriction of 265 pounds.
• Possess a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Demonstrated experience in industrial electrical and mechanical environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform proactive and reactive maintenance on wind turbines.
• Support warehouse operations and conduct safety inspections.
• Maintain documentation for site operations.

Skills

Ability to work at heights

Proactive attitude

Strong communication skills

Self-motivated

Education

College diploma in a relevant field

Job description

A Snapshot of Your Day

Working at the Grand Bend and Adeaide Wind Farm, located near London, Ontario, you will be responsible for a range of essential activities both in and out of wind turbines.

In-turbine tasks include performing proactive and reactive maintenance, such as electrical and hydraulic servicing, as well as supporting technical operations like basic commissioning of products and systems, integrating components into larger systems, and troubleshooting.

Out-of-turbine responsibilities involve supporting warehouse operations, including inventory management and housekeeping, conducting safety inspections, and maintaining accurate documentation to ensure smooth site operations.

This position operates under the daily direction of the Lead Technician, reporting to the Service Operations Manager.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Capable of meeting the physical and mental demands of the role, including working at heights and in confined spaces.
• Proactive and self‑motivated, with a strong eagerness to learn new technologies and apply them for personal and professional growth.
• Maintains positive relationships with customers, site technicians, and external vendors to ensure smooth daily operations at the wind farms.
• Actively promotes a safety‑conscious work environment, prioritizing safe practices and always adhering to EHS guidelines and procedures.
• Ensures timely and accurate submission of all required documentation.
• Willing to work overtime, including evenings and weekends, as needed, and flexible to up to 15% travel.

What You Bring

• Must adhere to safety regulations, including meeting a body weight restriction of 265 pounds or less.
• Possess a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Hold a college diploma in a relevant field.
• Demonstrated experience in industrial electrical and mechanical environments.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively.
• Self‑motivated, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

About The Team

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

Siemens Energy is currently seeking highly talented and motivated candidates for a Wind Technician position. The candidate will work together 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 independently and efficiently. They will provide excellent service to our customers, have the ability to work on complex systems in challenging environments, and participate in the development of new field procedures and best practices.

Who is Siemens Energy?

Siemens Energy is more than just an energy technology company. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably.

We uphold a 150‑year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.

Our Commitment to Diversity

Siemens Energy celebrates character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability. We energize society, all of society, and we do not discriminate based on our differences.

Pay Transparency

This job is based in Oakville, Ontario. Siemens Energy offers a variety of benefits including health and wellness, paid time off and holiday pay. The base salary range for this position is $78,000 – $90,000.

Rewards

• Career growth and development opportunities.
• Supportive work culture and a healthy work‑life balance.
• Flexible work environment with flex hours, telecommuting and digital workspaces.
• Competitive total rewards package.
• Flexible benefits and savings programs.
• Rewarding vacation entitlement with the opportunity to buy and sell vacation.
• Parental leave.
• Profit sharing.
• Contribute to our social responsibility initiatives.
• Diversity and inclusivity focused.