Service Technician

Are you interested and skilled in electricity, mechanics, and hydraulics? Would you like to be part of the renewable energy sector in a flexible position that encourages teamwork and innovative solutions? As a Service Technician/Wind Turbine Technician at Vestas, you get a job where you play a crucial role in maintaining a more sustainable future.

Region NCE > Service Sweden > Norrbotten

You will be part of Vestas Northern and Central Europe which is a sales business unit responsible for the sales function, project, installation, and service of wind farms throughout these regions. Our Swedish headquarter is in Malmö and we have warehouses in several locations across Sweden. Vestas NCE aim to be the No. 1 performing business unit within Vestas, not only in modern energy but also in employee and customer satisfaction.
We are looking for additional people to join our team in Gällivare. As a Service Technician, you will be doing service and maintenance of the wind turbines. In this role, you get to work in an exciting industry in a team of highly engaged colleagues working everyday to make the world more sustainable.

Responsibilities

As a Service Technician, you hold an important role as the frontline of our service agreements and taking care of the customers turbines. The position requires accuracy and professionalism as the quality and personal safety of our service work are highly considered. To fulfill goals in this role, we believe you possess good knowledge of electricity and mechanics as well as being service-minded.

Your responsibilities will be:

• Electrical and mechanical troubleshooting and repairs on sites all over Sweden, and other Nordic countries, daily reporting in our ERP-system, SAP
• Service and maintenance according to the agreement, as well as carrying out a diversity of check-ups, repairs, and replacement activities of turbine components
• Friction-less operation of our turbines and use of our systems like condition monitoring and remote control
• Contact with customers regarding completed and upcoming service and repairs
• Responsibility of the service vehicle, warehouse, and order of material, tools, and spare parts

Qualifications

• Electrical background and several years of experience working with electricity
• Some experience within mechanics and hydraulics
• Major English skills, written and verbal
• Fluent in Swedish is beneficial 
• Good IT skills, as you will be reporting and communicating through various systems
• Driving license B (unrestricted)

Competencies

We believe that you recognize yourself in the following:

• Enjoying teamwork while also being proficient in managing your own work activities
• A creative, problem-solving, and service-minded approach towards your tasks and in collaboration with colleagues across Vestas and with external stakeholders on site
• Open to travel and to a flexible environment, as unplanned work hours can occur
• A physical condition that enables you to handle heavy lifts and to work at heights
• Highest level of safety awareness

What we offer

Our employees are our most valuable resource. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and we invest in your professional development through an extensive onboarding program, followed by continous training and development initiatives to support your growth.
At Vestas, you will join a motivated team of service technicians in a fast-growing international company, where we believe that clear communication and well-defined structure are key to producing meaningful results. Your workplace will be 100 meters above ground, offering a impressive view of the surrounding landscape. As part of our commitment to diversity, we actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates — regardless of gender or background.

Additional information

Your primary work location will be Gällivare, Sweden. 
The schedule is 7/7 Monday to Sunday one week with working hours 07:00 - 18:30 and the second week is off. During the first period of the employment regular daytime schedule will apply due to mandatory courses.You should expect some travel activity, approximately 50 days per year.

A requirement for obtaining employment is that you are approved for working at heights, which is assessed through a medical examination that is carried out during the recruitment process.
Please apply with your CV no later than 16/11/2025. For additional information about the position, please contact: Recruiter Rebecka Thorell at rbthr@vestas.com. Please note: We do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date.

Our commitment to a fair hiring

At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, we kindly ask that you remove any photos, dates of birth or graduation, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal information not relevant to the role before submitting your CV/resume. Your CV/resume should focus on your professional and educational background, along with the necessary contact details (email and phone number). We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness.

DEIB Statement

At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.

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About Vestas

Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We specialize in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. 
Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than our competitors in the renewable energy arena. We consider ourselves forerunners within the industry, as Vestas continuously aims to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 185 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, Vestas has an unmatched history demonstrating our expertise within the field. 
With 30,000 employees globally, Vestas is a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future. 
Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives, and gives everyone equal access to opportunity. 
To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.