Wind Turbine Technician

Siemens Gamesa; Fluvanna (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Health and wellness benefits

Paid time off and holidays

401K with company match

Parental leave

Job summary

Siemens Gamesa Wind Turbine Technician based at a home wind farm supports a mobile team covering up to two additional sites as needed. You will perform routine service, maintenance, and fault resolution on Siemens Gamesa and Senvion turbines, with focus on safety and efficiency.

Ideal candidates have 2 years in wind-turbine tech fields, a high school diploma, and hands-on experience with PLCs and electrical systems. You will climb towers, work outdoors, and document activities using our tools.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 2 years in wind turbine technical, mechanical, or electrical field.
• Ability to work safely in a team and meet physical demands.
• Experience with electrical systems including PLCs and converters.

Responsibilities

• Inspect blades and perform routine turbine maintenance.
• Diagnose faults and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Climb turbines up to 300 feet and work in confined spaces.
• Record service activity using company tools and comply with safety standards.

Skills

Electrical systems

Mechanical

PLC

Customer-facing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

PLCs & converters

Job description

A Snapshot of Your Day

As a Wind Turbine Technician, you’ll be responsible for the routine service, maintenance, and solving of Siemens Gamesa and Senvion wind turbines. While based at a home wind farm, you’ll also support a mobile team that covers up to two additional sites as we need.

A Snapshot of Your Day

As a Wind Turbine Technician, you’ll be responsible for the routine service, maintenance, and solving of Siemens Gamesa and Senvion wind turbines. While based at a home wind farm, you’ll also support a mobile team that covers up to two additional sites as we need.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Conducting blade inspections as a primary responsibility, thoroughly examining all blade quadrants.
• Performing maintenance on turbines, including mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Diagnosing faults and performing repairs in a safe and timely manner.
• Climbing turbines (300 feet) and working in confined spaces at elevation.
• Recording and reporting service activity accurately using company tools and protocols.
• Maintaining compliance with company safety standards, site rules, and environmental protocols.
• Being physically prepared for job demands including ladder climbing (267 steps), lifting, bending, working overhead, and operating in adverse weather conditions.
  

What You Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent experience or GED or equivalent.
• 2 years' technical, mechanical, or electrical field related to wind turbines.
• Able to work safely in a team setting and meet physical demands, including weight under 265 lbs and passing a job-specific medical exam.
• Experience with electrical systems: PLCs and converters; customer-facing.
  

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
• 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
  

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.