Traveling Lead Wind Service Technician
GEV Wind Power U.S. is seeking a Traveling Lead Service Technician to support service operations across multiple wind farm sites, with a strong focus on Siemens 2.3MW turbines and additional service projects. This role is ideal for an experienced technician who can lead teams in the field while maintaining high standards of safety, performance, and reporting.
Job Responsibilities
Travel 100% to wind farms thought North America on an 8/1 rotation.
Lead and execute wind turbine service projects, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to high quality standards
Provide on-site leadership and guidance to service technicians
Perform maintenance on Siemens 2.3MW turbines and other platforms (e.g., generator alignments, filter changes, and general service work)
Act as the primary point of contact for site stakeholders, ensuring clear and professional communication
Complete and maintain accurate service reports, documentation, and administrative tasks
Ensure compliance with all company, client, and regulatory safety standards
Support continuous improvement initiatives and mentor junior technicians
Must meet the following requirements, have or obtain the listed required certifications and training (may be provided) including, but not limited to:
Proven experience servicing wind turbines, preferably Siemens 2.3MW platforms
Must have strong experience doing torquing and tensioning
Prior leadership or supervisory experience in a field service environment
Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with clients, team members, and stakeholders
Ability to manage administrative responsibilities, including reporting and documentation
Demonstrated ability to lead projects and crews in a fast-paced environment
Physically able to safely climb wind turbines up to 120m+ (400+ feet), stand, stoop, walk, crawl, crouch, lift up to 75 lbs. and generally meet the physical demands of the position.
Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record (MVR required)
Must be 21 years of age to be able to drive a company vehicle
Must be able to proficiently read, write and speak English
Satisfactory criminal background check
Certifications (Required or Will Be Provided)
The following certifications or will train:
GWO BST (Basic Safety Training) - fire awareness, working at heights, manual handling, first aid
GWO BTT (Basic Technical Training) - electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, prefer but not required
Siemens Basic Technician Training (Green Profile)
OSHA 10 General Industry
NFPA 70E Arc-Flash Awareness
As published by recruitee · 22 questions · 2 written answers
Basics
Full name, Email, CV, Cover letter, Phone
Short answers (6)
- What is your date of birth (confidental/used only for driving eligibility)?
- How many of the following traffic violations have you been convicted of or plead guilty to in the past 3 years (as will be verified on your MVR report)? Ran stop light/stop sign, speeding, failure to maintain lane, passing a school bus, failure to restrain child
- What is your WINDA ID number?
- What is your hourly working rate expectation (please include preferred currency)?
- If you were referred by someone you know, please list their name here:
- How soon are you available to start?
Pick from a list (14)
- Are you legally authorized to work in the U.S. and/or Canada?
- Have you previously worked for GEV Wind Power?
- Have you had any of the following major violations in the past 5 years?
- Do you have any felony convictions in the past 10 years?
- Will you promise to not use any substance, including marijuana, that impair your ability to safely work, including when driving a company vehicle?
- Do you have a currently valid Driver's License, with no restrictions?
- Is your body weight more or less than the following?
- Are you comfortable and unafraid of working at heights over 100 meters?
- Are you able to successfully meet ALL of the following physical demands: climb wind turbines up to 125m+ (400+ feet), stand and walk, lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 lbs,, crawl, stoop, crouch, kneel, bend, grip and manually manipulate tools, parts and dials with repetitive motion?
- Which of the below valid/unexpired certifications do you currently hold?
- This is a travel-based position requiring frequent travel by commercial airline to project sites throughout North America. Travel by air is an essential function of this role. GEV provides flight accommodations for mobilization, demobilization, and approved R&R travel. Are you willing and able to meet this travel requirement?
- Have you completed the 4 classroom-based SGRE SGTT courses including Documentation, Hand Tool Awareness, Bolt Tightening and LOTO Awareness?
- Please check all boxes for each type of work that you've successfully done for at least 6 months?
- How would you classify your English language level?
Written answers (2)
- Home Address (Street, City, State, Zip)
- Have you ever been banned from working at Vestas, GE, Siemens Gamesa, Nextera or other wind farm sites? If so, please explain.