Wind Turbine Technician (On site) – Kumeyaay Wind Farm

A Snapshot of Your Day

In this role you’ll be responsible for the service and maintenance of Siemens Gamesa G-87 wind turbines at the Kumeyaay Wind Farm located near Boulevard, CA. Although this position will have a home wind farm site, it will also be part of a mobile team that supports other sites as needed. 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 68 meters or 223 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 is required. 2 or more years’ experience is 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 experience working with electrical systems including PLC programming and converters is a plus.
• Experience interacting with customers at various levels of responsibility within their respective organizations.
• Traveling (up to 10%) as needed. Must be eligible to hold a valid 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.

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

This job is based in Boulevard, California. 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 in Boulevard, California is $42,600.00 – $60,800.00. Selected candidates will be eligible to participate in a gainsharing program. More information about this program will be provided during the interview process.

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.

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