Wind Technician - Newkirk, OK

Siemens-Gamesa-9; Medford (OK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Health and wellness benefits

Generous PTO and paid holidays

401K with company match

Job summary

Siemens Energy is seeking a wind turbine technician to service and maintain Siemens Gamesa turbines at Kay Wind Farm in Newkirk, OK. The role requires working at height and responding to potentially hazardous situations while delivering customer-focused service.

Eligible applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with 2+ years of experience; travel up to 25% is required; a valid passport and driver’s license are necessary.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; 2+ years experience preferred.
• Ability to work safely in a team and at heights.
• Travel up to 25% to US sites; valid passport and driver's license.
• Experience with electrical/mechanical systems; PLC programming and converters preferred.
• Must meet body weight restrictions per safety regulations (<= 265 pounds).

Responsibilities

• Perform service and maintenance of Siemens Gamesa wind turbines at Kay Wind Farm.
• Provide excellent service to customers and respond to stressful or hazardous situations.
• Contribute to field procedure improvements and standard methodologies.
• Travel as needed to customer sites within the US (up to 25%).

Skills

Wind turbine maintenance

Electrical systems

PLC programming

Customer interaction

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College degree in electrical/mechanical fields (desirable)

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.

In this role you’ll be responsible for the service and maintenance of Siemens Gamesa wind turbines at Kay Wind Farm in Newkirk, OK. Provide excellent service to our customers, analyze and react to people in stressful hazardous situations.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Contribute to the improvement of new and updated field procedures and standard methodologies.
• Ability to work inside the wind turbine enclosure at an elevated height of 300 feet.
• Ability to think clearly and maintain composure during stressful and or hazardous situations is a critical to success in the position.
• Physical requirements of the job include but not limited to: Ladder climbing minimum 267 steps, up stair climbing, standing for long periods, walking, lifting, bending, twisting, work above shoulders, pushing, pulling, exposure to vibration, chemicals, confined spaces and extreme weather conditions.
• Capable of efficiently taking on additional roles and responsibilities at an operating wind farm.

What You Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent experience is required along with 2 or more years’ experience preferred. A College degree or equivalent competency in a field related to the work of a wind farm technician i.e.: 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 experience working with electrical systems including PLC programming and converters.
• Experience interacting with customers at various levels of responsibility within their respective organizations.
• Traveling (up to 25%) to customer sites within the US 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.

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

EqualEmployment Opportunity Statement

Siemens Energy and Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy is an Equal Opportunity and 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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