Senior Wind Technician
Job Summary
The Senior Wind Hub Technician maintains optimal turbine performance through daily operations, safety, and quality control. This role involves local travel within the ND1 hub to execute contractual obligations and address mechanical and electrical issues. The position requires technical troubleshooting expertise and effective collaboration with site leadership.
Responsibilities
- Execute turbine electrical/mechanical maintenance
- Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues
- Ensure site safety and regulatory compliance
- Document service reports and perform diagnostics
- Mentor peers and coordinate with site leadership
Required Skills
- 4+ years wind turbine troubleshooting experience
- Technical aptitude in schematics and manuals
- Proficiency with hydraulic and electrical systems
- Ability to climb 300ft towers and lift 50lbs
- Valid driver's license and travel flexibility
Job Details
Role Summary/Purpose:
The Senior Wind Hub Technician position requires local travel within the hub. The Senior Wind Hub Technician is a critical and active role to maintain optimal function and output at the wind site by working daily on turbine operations, safety, quality control and warranty repair(s). The Senior Wind Hub Technician partners and communicates with the Site Lead and Manager to execute on contract requirements and timelines.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Work with site/hub leadership to execute contractual obligations per customer requirements and activities set forth daily, which include any portion of the electrical and mechanical equipment used in the GE wind turbine generator.
- Apply extensive understanding of variable pitch & speed turbines and converter parts.
- Read, understand, and explain schematics, drawings, technical manuals, procedures, and regulations.
- Adhere to all Environmental Health and Safety processes and regulations and all applicable compliance requirements.
- 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.
- Effectively perform diagnostic analysis and generate plan for timely resolution.
- Document all work performed using computer-based service reporting procedures and work with and respond to GE Vernova's remote operations center when necessary.
- Help in all areas of site operations as directed by manager, and mentor peers.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Basic computer skills.
- Ability to pass Technical Knowledge Assessment.
- 4+ years of wind trouble-shooting experience and 1+ year EHS, SQC, Lead role, or 5+ years of wind trouble-shooting experience.
- Must have and maintain a valid driver's license.
- Willingness to travel up to 100% of the time.
- 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.