Wind Technician (Renewables) - Goldendale, Washington

About the Role

Join one of the world's leading suppliers of wind power solutions as a Wind Technician. The candidate will work together with a multi-disciplinary group to ensure top performance on our wind farms. The ideal candidate has the ability to work a flexible schedule, along with the ability to analyze and resolve problems independently and efficiently, deliver outstanding customer service, handle complex systems in challenging environments, and contribute to developing new field procedures. Relocation may be offered for this role should it be necessary.

Responsibilities

• Service and maintenance wind turbines
• Troubleshoot errors on wind turbine
• Escalate technical issues to supporting 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 analyze and resolve issues independently and efficiently

Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent experience preferred, with an associate's degree in a related field being a plus
• 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
• Must have minimum of 6 months experience in a mechanical, electrical or industrial field. Relevant work experience in electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, maintenance/fixing in a military, industrial or automotive industry
• Physically and mentally able to work suspended from heights and in confined spaces. 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
• Must pass pre-hire background drug screening
• 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

Qualifications

• Certification from a Renewable Energy or Wind Technical Program or Hands on work experience as a Wind Technician on a Wind Farm nice to have
• Flexible travel schedule up to 20%

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

Pay

The base salary range for this position in Goldendale, Washington is $50,000-60,000. 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.

Schedule

This job is based in Goldendale, Washington. Ability to work a flexible work schedule is required.