Wind Technician - Fairbanks Wind Farm

Siemens Energy; Garden (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company paid Health and wellness benefi

Paid Time Off and paid holidays

401K savings plan with company match

Parental leave

Family building benefits

Job summary

Siemens Energy in Garden, MI seeks a Wind Turbine Technician to service and maintain Siemens Energy wind turbines at Garden/Fairbanks Wind Farm. You will work with a team to ensure safe, efficient repairs in demanding conditions and support wind farm operations. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 2+ years in mechanical/electrical/hydraulic fields, and the ability to travel up to 15%.

Weight limit of 265 lb and a medical examination are required. U.S.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required; 2+ years in mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic field preferred.
• Must meet body weight restrictions of 265 pounds or less and pass a medical physical.
• Strong ability to prioritize and plan daily/weekly work with quality focus; able to analyze and resolve problems independently.
• Hands-on experience with electrical systems including PLC programming and converters.
• Travel up to 15% to sites within the US or training facilities; passport and driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Enhance wind farm operations by implementing improvements in daily tasks.
• Maintain composure and safety in hazardous conditions to ensure efficiency.
• Collaborate with technicians to deliver prompt, effective repairs and support wind farm operations.

Skills

PLC programming

Electrical systems

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College degree desirable in related field

Tools

Converters

Maintenance tooling

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.

The position is in Siemens Wind Power Service division. In this role, you will be responsible for servicing and maintaining Siemens Energy wind turbines at Garden/Fairbanks Wind Farm in Garden, MI. Our team is committed to delivering exceptional service, ensuring prompt and efficient repairs, and collaborating effectively with fellow technicians in demanding and hazardous conditions.

How You'll Make an Impact:

• Enhance wind farm operations by implementing improvements in daily tasks.
• Maintain composure and clear thinking in stressful or hazardous situations to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Meet the physical demands of the role, including: Ladder and stair climbing, Prolonged standing and walking, Lifting, bending, and twisting, Overhead work, pushing, and pulling, Exposure to vibration, chemicals, confined spaces, and extreme weather conditions
• Take on additional roles and responsibilities efficiently to support wind farm operations.
• Foster teamwork and collaboration by working effectively with colleagues to achieve shared goals. Approach challenges with determination and adaptability to ensure continued success in a demanding environment.

What You're Bring:

• High school diploma or equivalent is required. 2 or more years' experience in a mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic field preferred. A College degree or equivalent competency in a field related to the work of a wind farm technician ie: electrical / mechanical systems is desirable. Various combinations of education, training, and experience will be considered.
• Demonstrated ability to work safely and effectively in a team environment. Must meet body weight restrictions of 265 pounds or less as required by the safety regulations. Must pass a physical administered by a medical practitioner to ensure ability to safely perform the job functions and meet the physical demands of the position.
• Strong ability to prioritize and plan daily/weekly work with a high level of quality orientation, ability to analyze and resolve problems independently.
• Hands on experience working with electrical systems including PLC programming and converters.
• Traveling (up to 15%) to sites within our district, training facilities in the US, or additional locations is a requirement of the job. Must be eligible to hold a valid Passport and Driver's License.
• 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:

At Siemens Energy, we are 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. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation.

Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. 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.

• Career growth and development opportunities; supportive work culture
• 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 Affiliated 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.