Lead Senior Wind Hub Technician-IL3 (Charleston, IL)

About the role

The Lead Senior Wind Hub Technician position requires local travel within the hub (Charleston, Fithian, & Sibley). The Lead 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 Lead Senior Wind Hub Technician partners and communicates with the Site/Hub Manager to execute on contract requirements and timelines and ensures alignment with GE excellence.

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.
• Support in all areas of site operations as directed by manager with minimal supervision including daily schedules and planning, supporting tech development, overall site leadership and customer service.
• 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.
• Work with and respond to GE's remote operations center when necessary.
• Help in all areas of site operations as directed by manager, and mentor peers.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED, and ability to pass Technical Knowledge Assessment, and 4+ years of wind trouble-shooting experience, and 1+ year EHS, SQC, Lead role; or 5+ years of wind trouble-shooting experience, and passing a Technical Knowledge Assessment
• Basic computer skills

Requirements

• 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 and maintain 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
• Work location includes all wind sites within Hub IL3; expected to work at all sites within this Hub and report to work at any site within this Hub as assigned by your manager

Desired Characteristics

• Associate 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

Pay

Base pay for this position is $42.95 - $50.37 per hour. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
• GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
• Access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
• Tuition assistance
• Adoption assistance
• Paid parental leave
• Disability benefits
• Life insurance
• 12 paid holidays
• Two weeks of annual vacation for new hires (may be pro-rated based on start date)

Schedule

Rotating shift schedules with on-call per site needs. Occasional overnights may be required per hub needs.