À propos de la fonction
A Snapshot of Your Day
A Wind Farm O&M Service Technician is responsible for the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of wind turbines, ensuring the wind farm produces reliable power. They perform a range of duties including routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems, as well as climbing towers for inspections and repairs. They also contribute to the overall safety and efficiency of the wind farm by following safety protocols, maintaining records, and assisting with other tasks as needed.
How You’ll Make an Impact
- Routine Maintenance: Performing scheduled maintenance checks, inspections, and lubrication on wind turbine components. Troubleshooting and Repair: Diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues with wind turbines.
- Safety: Ensuring all work activities are performed safely, adhering to safety protocols and procedures, and providing safety training.
- Record Keeping: Maintaining accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and performance data.
- Tower Climbing: Climbing wind turbine towers for inspections and repairs, requiring specialized climbing skills and equipment.
- Component Replacement: Replacing or repairing worn-out or damaged wind turbine components.
- Technical Support: Providing technical support to the O&M team, assisting with training, and troubleshooting. Balance of Plant Maintenance: Assisting with maintenance of other wind farm systems, including substations and collection systems.
What You Bring
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred, with an associate's degree in a related field being a plus. Experience: Previous experience in wind turbine maintenance or a related field is preferred.
- Technical Skills: Strong understanding of electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems.
- Troubleshooting Skills: Ability to diagnose and repair complex technical issues.
- Safety Knowledge: Thorough understanding of wind farm safety protocols and procedures.
- Physical Fitness: Ability to climb wind turbine towers and perform physical tasks in various weather conditions.
- Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with other team members and supervisors. Ability to maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and repairs.
- 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
Our Commitment to Diversity
Lucky for us, we are not all the same. Through diversity we generate power. We run on inclusion and our combined creative energy is fueled by over 130 nationalities. Siemens Energy celebrates character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability. We energize society, all of society, and we do not discriminate based on our differences.
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 job is based in Hornell, NY. 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 Hornell, New York is $55,000 - $65,000.
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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