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Position Overview:
Join the world’s leading supplier of wind power solutions as a Field Service Technician for Wind Power Services!
With a worldwide installed capacity of 75 GW, Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy has a presence in more than 90 countries and a team of 27,000 employees worldwide. Its end-to-end value chain presence encompasses onshore and offshore wind turbines design, manufacturing, installation as well as cutting-edge service solutions.
The Wind Service Technician performs planned and unplanned maintenance including troubleshooting and replacement of parts if necessary in a safe and professional manner on Wind Turbines. Detailed records and parts used must be completed for all work performed. Technicians report to site management and communicate needs and or safety issues that arise. Perform first class work on preventive maintenance to be completed on time and right the first time.
The Wind Service Technician position is located in Primghar, IA.
Relocation will not be offered for this role
Responsibilities:
Service and maintenance wind turbines
Troubleshoot errors on wind turbine
Escalate technical issues to help engineering functions
Be self-motivated, able to think quickly and address issues as they arise
Ability to work a flexible work schedule is required, along with the ability to examine and resolve issues on one's own and efficiently
Ideal candidates will provide excellent service to our customers, have the ability to work on complex systems in demanding environments, and participate in the development of new field procedures and best practices.
Required Knowledge/Skills, Education, and Experience:
Must have minimum of 1-2 yrs experience in a mechanical, electrical or industrial field
The position requires approximately 25% travel.
Physically and mentally able to work suspended from heights and in confined spaces
Flexible travel schedule
High school diploma or equivalent
Must meet body weight restrictions of 265 lbs or less as required by the equipment 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
Must pass pre-hire drug screening
Driving is an essential function of the job and applicants must have a valid driver’s license at the time of application with an acceptable driving record. Employees must maintain a valid license and acceptable driving record and may be subject to periodic DMV checks of their license
Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified Applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States
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Preferred Knowledge/Skills, Education, and Experience:
Certification from a Renewable Energy or Wind Technical Program
Hands on work experience as a Field Service Technician at a Wind Power site
Relevant work experience e.g. electrical, mechanical, hydraulic maintenance/troubleshooting in a military, industrial or automotive setting
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