Wind Technician - Deer Grove, Illinois

Siemens Gas and Power GmbH & Co. KG; Deer Grove (IL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Health benefits

Paid time off

401K with match

Family building benefits

Parental leave

Job summary

Siemens Energy and Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy is seeking wind technicians to perform preventive maintenance, inspections, and minor commissioning on wind turbine systems across multiple locations in the United States.

Role involves diagnosing faults, providing on-site and remote support, and generating detailed service reports while adhering to strict EHS regulations and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Secondary教育 in Electricity or Electromechanics or related technical field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a wind technician or field service technician role.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and inspections on wind turbine mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair complex faults on customer equipment to minimize downtime.
• Execute basic commissioning of wind turbine products and systems and integrate components per technical specifications.
• Conduct quality checks and test repaired systems to ensure performance and safety standards.
• Support on-site and remote technical assistance with detailed service reports and logs.

Skills

Preventive Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Mechanical Aptitude

Electrical Equipment

Hand Tools

Power Tool Operation

Report Writing

Environment Health Safety

SCADA

Education

Vocational Training/FP in Electricity

Tools

SCADA

Job description

Siemens Energy and Siemens Gamesa are becoming Omterra. 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.

How You'll Make an Impact

• 60% Wind Turbine Maintenance and Repair
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and inspections on wind turbine mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair complex technical faults on customer equipment to minimize downtime.
• Execute basic commissioning of wind turbine products and systems, and integrate components according to technical specifications.
• Conduct quality checks and test repaired systems to ensure they meet performance and safety standards.
• 20% Technical Support and Documentation
• Provide on-site and remote technical support to customers, acting as a key point of contact for resolving equipment issues.
• Complete detailed and accurate service reports, maintenance logs, and work orders for all site visits.
• Maintain precise records of parts and tools used for inventory management and service planning.
• 20% Safety Compliance and Operational Support
• Adhere strictly to all company and industry Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) regulations and site-specific procedures.
• Support the identification of potential sales leads for service offers during customer interactions.
• Contribute to team planning activities by providing insights on service operations and equipment performance.

What You Bring

• Secondary education (Vocational Training/FP) in Electricity, Electromechanics, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role, such as a wind technician or field service technician.

Skills

• Technical Abilities
• Preventive Maintenance
• Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Electrical Equipment
• Hand Tools
• Power Tool Operation
• Operational Knowledge
• Report Writing
• Environment Health And Safety
• Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition (SCADA)
• Quality Control
• Verbal and Written Communication
• Organizational Skills

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

This role may be based in various locations across the United States. Siemens Energy offers a variety of health and wellness benefits, including paid time off and holiday pay. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://benefitsatenergy.com/thinking-of-joining.html. The base salary range for this position varies by location. For positions based in the United States, the base salary range is $58,000 to $73,000 annually.

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.

• Career growth and development opportunities
• Company paid Health and wellness benefits
• Paid Time Off and paid holidays
• 401K savings plan with company match
• Family building benefits
• Parental leave

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Siemens Energy and Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affined Action Employer. 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.

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