Lead Technician - White Cloud

Siemens Energy; Maryville (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Safe work culture

Health benefits

PTO and holidays

401K with match

Parental leave

Job summary

Siemens Energy is seeking a Lead Technician for the Onshore Wind Power Service Operations team at White Cloud Wind Farm in Marysville, MO. The role focuses on advanced on-site maintenance, troubleshooting, and team leadership to ensure reliable wind turbine performance.

Ideal candidates have substantial wind turbine experience, a related vocational degree, and strong organizational and safety skills. English fluency and applicable certifications (e.g., GWO) are highly valued for this senior

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; an associate degree in a related field is a plus.
• Background in wind turbine maintenance or power generation preferred but not required; safety knowledge essential.
• Strong understanding of electrical, mechanical and hydraulic systems; capable of diagnosing and repairing complex issues.
• Excellent communication with team members and supervisors; able to work in demanding environments.

Responsibilities

• Routine maintenance: perform scheduled checks, inspections, and lubrication of wind turbine components.
• Troubleshooting and repair: diagnose and fix mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues.
• Safety: follow protocols; provide safety training and uphold a safe work environment.
• Record keeping: maintain accurate logs of maintenance, repairs, and performance data.
• Tower climbing: access turbine towers to inspect, diagnose and repair components.
• Component replacement: replace or repair worn components as needed.

Skills

Wind turbine maintenance

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Record keeping

Tower climbing

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in related field

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Hydraulic test equipment

Job description

A Snapshot of Your Day

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.

How 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.

Rewards/Benefits

• 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

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Siemens Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affiantive Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local

law.