Wind Operations Site Manager - Patton, PA at Vestas in Clearfield Township, Pennsylvania, United States | Kablio

Role

Description

safety management

client relations

turbine maintenance

budget management

operations oversight

team leadership

The Site Manager role oversees operations at a wind farm, ensuring optimal performance, safety, and efficiency. The manager leads a team, makes critical decisions, solves problems, and guarantees the delivery of clean energy to thousands of homes. This position offers opportunities to develop leadership skills and advance one’s career.

Cultivate a safety‑focused site environment and drive continuous improvement.
Build client relationships to fulfill contractual obligations.
Coordinate maintenance and support operations to boost turbine efficiency.
Manage service contract budgets and costs to meet target metrics.

Requirements

excel

bachelor’s

wind farm

leadership

maintenance

problem solving

5+ years of wind farm or operations management experience.
Proven leadership and team‑management abilities.
Strong technical knowledge of maintenance practices.
Effective problem‑solving and structured analysis skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
Valid driver’s license and ability to pass drug screening and background check.
Bachelor’s degree.
Proficiency in Excel.
Ability to read, speak, and follow instructions in English.
Established safety culture and inclusive, collaborative workplace.

Benefits

Vestas invests in employee growth with high‑quality training programs, including GWO safety and technical certifications and advanced rescue techniques. The company provides the necessary personal protective equipment and tools to work safely on site.

Compensation includes attractive pay packages, performance bonuses, and mentorship opportunities, with salary based on experience, education, and skill set. Employees also benefit from career progression pathways and pay‑for‑certification growth.

Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employee and family.
Paid time off, holidays, and parental leave.
Career progression opportunities and pay‑for‑certification growth.
401(k) match, life insurance, and disability coverage.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

must pass a drug screen and background check.

Company

Overview

€17 B Revenue

Revenue

Reported in 2024, reflecting financial stability.

€494 M Net Income

Net Income

Achieved in 2024, marking a significant profit.

177 GW Capacity

Installed Capacity

Total wind energy infrastructure across multiple countries.

88 Countries

Global Presence

Shows extensive international reach in energy solutions.

Evolved from steel tools to become a global wind turbine pioneer.
Designs, manufactures, sells, installs and maintains wind farms across onshore and offshore projects.
Manufacturing spans dozens of countries, with flagship facilities in Europe, Asia, and the U.S.
Known for landmark projects like Europe’s oldest offshore wind farm and turbine prototypes.
Specialises in wind energy infrastructure, from regional turbines to service hub networks.
Innovative developments include stealth blades, hybrid quadrotor tests, and tall turbine towers.

Culture + Values

Simplicity
Collaboration
Accountability
Passion
Never compromise on safety
Follow our Code of Conduct
Take an outside‑in customer perspective
Adjust quickly and simplify how we work
Drive continuous improvement with long‑term focus
Make goals and objectives clear and give teams freedom to execute
Win and lose together; pick best team for the job
Act with integrity & respect; lead by example
Proactively share information; communicate with clarity, conviction, impact
Value different perspectives; build high‑performing teams
Listen first, learn, foster feedback culture
Acknowledge responsibilities and decisions; hold each other accountable
Understand what’s best for all of Vestas
Have the courage to speak up
Keep commitments—view them as promises
Be proud of shared purpose to make the planet better
Seek to make work and impact as sustainable as possible
Have courage to think differently and seek understanding
Inspire colleagues and enable smart decisions
Show perseverance and determination even when facing adversity

Environment + Sustainability

88% corporate cars now EVs

Sustainable transportation transition

88% of corporate benefit cars have been transitioned to electric vehicles or plug-in hybrids, with 465 sustainably-fuelled service vehicles added in 2023.

239M tonnes GHG prevented annually

Emission reduction impact

Installed turbines prevent 239 million tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions per year, with turbines emitting only 2% of the emissions they avoid over their lifecycle.

55% carbon reduction by 2025

Carbon footprint reduction target

A 55% reduction in combined Scope 1 and Scope 2 carbon footprint by 2025, aligning with SBTi validated targets.

66% emissions reduction in steel

Sustainable steel production

Partnership with ArcelorMittal reduces tower steel emissions by up to 66% using low-emission steel produced with scrap steel in electric-arc furnaces powered by wind.

Carbon neutrality in own operations by 2030 without carbon offsets
Zero-waste wind turbines by 2040 (eliminate non-recyclable waste)
100% renewable electricity for factories and offices since 2013
Factories use renewable heating; service fleet transitioning to eco-friendly options including hydrogen vessel from 2025
All future joint offshore projects will use ≥25% low-carbon steel towers and recycled-material blades
Scope 1 and 2 SBTi-validated targets set in August 2020; own operations carbon footprint reduced 55% by 2025 target, 100% by 2030
SBTi-aligned supply-chain decarbonisation of 45% per MWh by 2030
Committed to embedding sustainability in governance and all business activities

Inclusion & Diversity

88+ Nationalities

Global Workforce Representation

Reflects the diversity of the company's employees in 2024.

41% Employees Covered

Union or Collective Bargaining

Percentage of employees covered by union agreements in applicable regions during 2024.

19% Female Leadership

Women in Senior Positions

Current representation of women in leadership roles.

25% Leadership by 2025

Gender Targets: 30% by 2030

Ambitious goals to increase female representation in leadership over the next decade.

DEIB mission: guarantee equal opportunities and fair treatment regardless of background
Actions launched: external pay-structure audit (gender, nationality, age); recruitment process review; embedding DEI in talent and leadership programmes
Belief: diversity brings strength and innovation (“Diversity is our wind, and inclusion, our turbine…”)
First DEI goals formalised in sustainability strategy in 2020

Articles

Steelhead Americas – project development arm

VestasOnline Enterprise support

Why work for Vestas? (Reddit discussion)

Service technicians, is Vestas a good company? (Reddit)

Vestas careers – Traveling Wind Blade Technician II

Role

Description

safety management

client relations

turbine maintenance

budget management

operations oversight

team leadership

Cultivate a safety‑focused site environment and drive continuous improvement.
Build client relationships to fulfill contractual obligations.
Coordinate maintenance and support operations to boost turbine efficiency.
Manage service contract budgets and costs to meet target metrics.

Requirements

excel

bachelor’s

wind farm

leadership

maintenance

problem solving

5+ years of wind farm or operations management experience.
Proven leadership and team‑management abilities.
Strong technical knowledge of maintenance practices.
Effective problem‑solving and structured analysis skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
Valid driver’s license and ability to pass drug screening and background check.
Bachelor’s degree.
Proficiency in Excel.
Ability to read, speak, and follow instructions in English.
Established safety culture and inclusive, collaborative workplace.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employee and family.
Paid time off, holidays, and parental leave.
Career progression opportunities and pay‑for‑certification growth.
401(k) match, life insurance, and disability coverage.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

must pass a drug screen and background check.

Company

Overview

€17 B Revenue

Revenue

Reported in 2024, reflecting financial stability.

€494 M Net Income

Net Income

Achieved in 2024, marking a significant profit.

177 GW Capacity

Installed Capacity

Total wind energy infrastructure across multiple countries.

88 Countries

Global Presence

Shows extensive international reach in energy solutions.

Evolved from steel tools to become a global wind turbine pioneer.
Designs, manufactures, sells, installs and maintains wind farms across onshore and offshore projects.
Manufacturing spans dozens of countries, with flagship facilities in Europe, Asia, and the U.S.
Known for landmark projects like Europe’s oldest offshore wind farm and turbine prototypes.
Specialises in wind energy infrastructure, from regional turbines to service hub networks.
Innovative developments include stealth blades, hybrid quadrotor tests, and tall turbine towers.

Culture + Values

Simplicity
Collaboration
Accountability
Passion
Never compromise on safety
Follow our Code of Conduct
Take an outside‑in customer perspective
Adjust quickly and simplify how we work
Drive continuous improvement with long‑term focus
Make goals and objectives clear and give teams freedom to execute
Win and lose together; pick best team for the job
Act with integrity & respect; lead by example
Proactively share information; communicate with clarity, conviction, impact
Value different perspectives; build high‑performing teams
Listen first, learn, foster feedback culture
Acknowledge responsibilities and decisions; hold each other accountable
Understand what’s best for all of Vestas
Have the courage to speak up
Keep commitments—view them as promises
Be proud of shared purpose to make the planet better
Seek to make work and impact as sustainable as possible
Have courage to think differently and seek understanding
Inspire colleagues and enable smart decisions
Show perseverance and determination even when facing adversity

Environment + Sustainability

88% corporate cars now EVs

Sustainable transportation transition

88% of corporate benefit cars have been transitioned to electric vehicles or plug-in hybrids, with 465 sustainably-fuelled service vehicles added in 2023.

239M tonnes GHG prevented annually

Emission reduction impact

Installed turbines prevent 239 million tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions per year, with turbines emitting only 2% of the emissions they avoid over their lifecycle.

55% carbon reduction by 2025

Carbon footprint reduction target

A 55% reduction in combined Scope 1 and Scope 2 carbon footprint by 2025, aligning with SBTi validated targets.

66% emissions reduction in steel

Sustainable steel production

Partnership with ArcelorMittal reduces tower steel emissions by up to 66% using low-emission steel produced with scrap steel in electric-arc furnaces powered by wind.

Carbon neutrality in own operations by 2030 without carbon offsets
Zero-waste wind turbines by 2040 (eliminate non-recyclable waste)
100% renewable electricity for factories and offices since 2013
Factories use renewable heating; service fleet transitioning to eco-friendly options including hydrogen vessel from 2025
All future joint offshore projects will use ≥25% low-carbon steel towers and recycled-material blades
Scope 1 and 2 SBTi-validated targets set in August 2020; own operations carbon footprint reduced 55% by 2025 target, 100% by 2030
SBTi-aligned supply-chain decarbonisation of 45% per MWh by 2030
Committed to embedding sustainability in governance and all business activities

Inclusion & Diversity

88+ Nationalities

Global Workforce Representation

Reflects the diversity of the company's employees in 2024.

41% Employees Covered

Union or Collective Bargaining

Percentage of employees covered by union agreements in applicable regions during 2024.

19% Female Leadership

Women in Senior Positions

Current representation of women in leadership roles.

25% Leadership by 2025

Gender Targets: 30% by 2030

Ambitious goals to increase female representation in leadership over the next decade.

DEIB mission: guarantee equal opportunities and fair treatment regardless of background
Actions launched: external pay-structure audit (gender, nationality, age); recruitment process review; embedding DEI in talent and leadership programmes
Belief: diversity brings strength and innovation (“Diversity is our wind, and inclusion, our turbine…”)
First DEI goals formalised in sustainability strategy in 2020

Articles

Steelhead Americas – project development arm

VestasOnline Enterprise support

Why work for Vestas? (Reddit discussion)

Service technicians, is Vestas a good company? (Reddit)

Vestas careers – Traveling Wind Blade Technician II