Wind Hub Technician
Job Summary
The Wind Hub Technician is responsible for maintaining optimal turbine performance through daily operations, maintenance, and repairs. This role requires close collaboration with site leadership to ensure contract requirements and safety standards are met. Technicians will troubleshoot complex electrical and mechanical systems while documenting all work performed according to established service procedures.
Responsibilities
- Perform wind turbine maintenance and repairs
- Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues
- Execute contractual site operations and safety standards
- Document work via computer-based reporting
Required Skills
- Electrical/mechanical/hydraulic troubleshooting
- Experience with power hydraulic tools
- Ability to climb 300+ feet towers
- Valid driver's license
Job Details
Essential Responsibilities:
- Work with site leadership to execute contractual obligations per customer requirements and activities set forth with daily, 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.
- Perform some diagnostic electrical analysis.
- Document all work performed using computer-based service reporting procedures.
- Work with and respond to GE's remote operations center when necessary.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED, and minimum of 1 year experience as a Wind Technician/Mechanic OR minimum of 2 years of work experience inclusive of hydraulic, electrical, and experience using basic power hydraulic tools, AND passing a Technical Knowledge Assessment.
- Must have and maintain a valid driver's license.
- Ability and willingness to lift repetitive weight of up to 45 lbs. unassisted and climb towers of 300+ feet regularly.
- Meet specified manufacturer weight limits not to exceed 300lbs including required gear.
- Understand electrical schematic drawings, technical manuals, procedures, and regulations.
- Ability and willingness to work in range of environments to include but not limited to industrial facilities, manufacturing facilities, and power industry facilities.
- Flexibility to work rotating shift schedules, and on-call per site needs.