Wind Hub Technician
Job Summary
The Wind Technician role maintains optimal function and output at wind sites through daily turbine operations and maintenance. This position involves executing contract requirements, troubleshooting complex mechanical and electrical issues, and ensuring site safety. The technician will perform repairs and replacements of turbine components while coordinating with site leadership.
Responsibilities
- Execute maintenance and repairs on turbine components
- Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems
- Document service activities via reporting procedures
- Collaborate with site leadership and remote operations
Required Skills
- Electrical and mechanical troubleshooting
- Ability to climb towers up to 300 feet
- Valid driver's license
- Basic computer proficiency
Job Details
Essential Responsibilities:
- Work with site & hub leadership to execute contractual obligations per customer requirements and activities set forth with on a daily basis, which include any portion of the electrical and mechanical equipment used in the GE wind turbine generator;
- Perform maintenance, repair or replacement of parts to correct malfunctions;
- Troubleshoot complex mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical problems on variable pitch & variable speed turbines;
- Help in all areas of site operations as directed by manager with minimal supervision; observing all safety requirements;
- Perform some diagnostic electrical analysis;
- Document all work performed using computer based service reporting procedures and
- Work with and respond to GE's remote operations center when necessary.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED
- 1+ year(s) experience as a Wind Technician/Wind Mechanic, or completed Wind Certificate Program/Associates Degree in Energy, or 2 years of electrical work experience
- Passing a Technical Knowledge Assessment
- Basic computer skills
Requirements:
- Must have and maintain a valid driver's license
- Handle repetitive weight - 50 lbs. and climb towers up to 300 feet daily
- Meet specified manufacturer weight limits not to exceed 300lbs including required gear
- Ability and willingness to work in range of environments to include but not limited to industrial facilities, manufacturing facilities, and power industry facilities
- Effectively prioritize work according to contract obligations
- Ability and willingness to take initiative, and work without direct supervision
- Flexibility to work rotating shift schedules, and on-call per site needs
- Occasional overnights may be required per hub needs.
Desired Characteristics:
- Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in a Technical, Electrical, or Electronics field from an accredited college or university
- Technical Certification in Wind Energy or Electrical / Electronic field
- Ability to work with a wide variety of personnel at all levels inside and outside of the Wind Farm
- Wind turbine experience
- Ability and willingness to take initiative, and work without direct supervision
- Electrical, mechanical, and/or hydraulic experience
- Experience using hydraulic power tools
- Experience with heavy equipment required for facility maintenance with a working knowledge of crane and rigging requirements