Lead Technician Alta Farms

A Snapshot of Your Day

A local Lead Technician Alta Farms 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 chip in 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 the towers in order to inspect, diagnose and repair components. This does require knowledge of specialized climbing skills and related equipment.
• Component Replacement: Replacing or repairing worn-out or damaged wind turbine components.

What You Bring

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent (GED) is required. An associate's degree in a related field is a plus. Other combinations of education and experience will be considered (I.e.: military, skilled trades).
• A background in wind turbine maintenance or power generation is preferred but not required. Safety Knowledge: An understanding of safety protocols and procedures.
• Technical Skills: Strong understanding of electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems. Troubleshooting . Ability to diagnose and repair complex technical issues. Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with other team members and supervisors.
• Physical Fitness: Ability to climb wind turbine towers and perform physical tasks in various weather conditions.
• Must meet body weight restrictions of 265 pounds or less as required by OSHA safety regulations. Valid driver's license is required for the position and the selected candidates will be subject to a DMV check.

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.

About the Team

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

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Siemens Energy and Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. 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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