Lead Technician

Siemens Gas and Power GmbH & Co. KG; Maryville (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Health and wellness benefits

Generous PTO, holidays, and floating

401K with company match

Parental leave

Job summary

Siemens Gamesa is seeking a Lead Technician to support the Onshore Wind Power Service Operations team at Marysville, MO. The role focuses on on-site technical service, complex troubleshooting, coordination, and safety leadership to maintain customer wind turbines.

Ideal candidates have wind turbine maintenance experience, an electromechanical education, strong organizational skills, and certs such as GWO. The position emphasizes safety and team oversight.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; an Associate degree is a plus.
• Background in wind turbine maintenance or power generation preferred.
• Strong knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to diagnose and repair complex technical issues.
• Effective communication with team members and supervisors.
• Able to climb wind turbine towers and work in varying weather conditions.
• Body weight must be 265 pounds or less per OSHA regulations.
• Valid driver's license; DMV check may be required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance checks, inspections, and lubrication on wind turbine components.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues in wind turbines.
• Ensure safety protocols are followed and provide safety training when needed.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and performance data.
• Climb turbine towers to inspect, diagnose, and repair components.
• Replace or repair worn or damaged wind turbine components.

Skills

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Hydraulic systems

Troubleshooting

Communication

Climbing towers

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree in electromechanical field

Job description

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.

This is a replacement request for a Lead Technician within the Onshore Wind Power Service Operations team at White Cloud Wind Farm Marysville, MO. The position is essential for ensuring business continuity by delivering advanced technical service and maintenance for customer wind turbine equipment. To meet these objectives, the role focuses on three core areas: advanced on-site technical service, including complex troubleshooting and maintenance; operational coordination and reporting to ensure service delivery excellence; and leadership and safety compliance to guide junior technicians and uphold a secure work environment. Given the focus on specialized technical work and team oversight, the ideal candidate will have significant experience as a wind technician, a vocational degree in an electromechanical field, and strong organizational skills. Proficiency in English and relevant certifications, such as GWO, are highly valued for this senior para-professional role.

What You'll Make an Impact

• Routine Maintenance: Performing scheduled maintenance checks, inspections, and lubrication on wind turbine components.
• Troubleshooting and Repair: Diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues with wind turbines.
• Safety: Ensuring all work activities are performed safely, adhering to safety protocols and procedures, and providing safety training.
• Record Keeping: Maintaining accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and performance data.
• Tower Climbing: Climbing the towers in order to inspect, diagnose and repair components. This does require knowledge of specialized climbing skills and related equipment.
• Component Replacement: Replacing or repairing worn-out or damaged wind turbine components.

What You Bring

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent (GED) is required. An associate's degree in a related field is a plus. Other combinations of education and experience will be considered (I.e.: military, skilled trades).
• A background in wind turbine maintenance or power generation is preferred but not required. Safety Knowledge: An understanding of safety protocols and procedures.
• Technical Skills: Strong understanding of electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems. Troubleshooting . Ability to diagnose and repair complex technical issues. Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with other team members and supervisors.
• Physical Fitness: Ability to climb wind turbine towers and perform physical tasks in various weather conditions.
• Must meet body weight restrictions of 265 pounds or less as required by OSHA safety regulations. Valid driver's license is required for the position and the selected candidates will be subject to a DMV check.

Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers.

About the Team

Who is Siemens Gamesa?

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.

• Career growth and development opportunities with a tuition reimbursement program
• Safe and supportive work culture
• Company paid Health and wellness benefits with multiple plan options
• Generous PTO program, paid holidays, and floating holidays!
• 401K savings plan with company match!
• Parental leave

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