Wind Technician Leader

NextEra Energy is seeking a Wind Technician Leader in Montezuma, KS, to oversee wind farm operations, maintenance, and repair. The role involves mentoring technicians, implementing safety policies, and optimizing performance and profitability. Candidates should have Siemens platform experience and at least 5 years in a technical field. Responsibilities include scheduling maintenance, managing inventory, and ensuring safety compliance. This is a full-time position requiring on-site work.
Wind Technician Leader

Date: Apr 12, 2025

Location(s): Montezuma, KS, US, 67867

Company: NextEra Energy

Requisition ID: 85626

is the world's largest generator of renewable energy from the wind and sun, and a world leader in battery storage. We provide energy-related products and services that grow our economy, protect the environment, support our communities and help customers meet their energy needs. Are you interested in creating a cleaner environment for future generations? Join our world-class, innovative team today.

Position Specific Description

Wind Technician Leader - Gray County Wind - Montezuma, KS

This site is looking for a candidate with specific Siemens 2.3 and 2.9 platform experience. The candidate would be able to mentor and train newer technicians on this technology.

As a Wind Technician Leader for Gray County Wind in Montezuma, KS, you will support all wind farm operations for maintenance and repair. You will focus on performance and profitability within the framework of the operating plan including developing and executing strategy for improved maintenance, diagnostic, and operation to provide additional customer value and reduce cost of service. Additional duties may include:
• Implementing Operation Safety Policy Instructions, conducting field work in compliance with OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) applicable regulations, encourage good employee safety practices, and drive an unparalleled employee safety culture
• Participating and leading Business Lean Six Sigma processes and projects
• Recruiting, developing, retaining, leading, and advancing resources at sites driving professional standards and matrix development of team
• Demonstrating responsibility for all phases of timely safety and environmental reporting, financial reporting, and turbine availability
• Working closely with internal NextEra users to develop and implement operation focused feedback and solutions for planned and unplanned maintenance, improvement projects, development, and financial performance
• Presenting a positive professional representation of NextEra Energy in the community and with the customer

Job Overview

Leaders in this job provide the first line of guidance as the working leader for technicians who perform operations and maintenance support. Employees in this role schedule all routine maintenance, maintain parts inventory, monitor equipment performance, diagnose problems, and make recommendations to optimize efficiency.

Job Duties & Responsibilities
• Assists in the selection and training of team members
• Prepares and reviews administrative documentation relating to such things as time sheets and performance evaluations
• Assists Site Manager in the preparation of reports regarding operations, maintenance, and budgeting
• Maintains a safe work environment
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications
• High School Grad / GED
• Experience: 5+ years in a technical field, OR completion of a technical certificate/degree program
• Valid Driver’s License (NON CDL)
• Ability to climb a wind turbine up to 300 feet
• Post-Offer Functional Capacity Eval

Preferred Qualifications
• None

NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members. Clickto learn more.

Employee Group: Non Exempt

Employee Type: Full Time

Job Category: Technicians - Wind/HV/Solar

Organization: NextEra Energy Operating Services, LLC

Relocation Provided: Yes, if applicable

NextEra Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

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