Senior Offshore Wind Technician - Vineyard Wind

Essential Responsibilities

• Work with site 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 generators;
• 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 and
• Work with and respond to GE’s remote operations center when necessary.

Qualifications/Requirements

• A High School Diploma or GED,
• Minimum of 5-year(s) experience as a Wind Technician,
• Minimum of 3 years of work experience troubleshooting inclusive of hydraulic, electrical, and experience using basic power hydraulic tools, AND basic computer skills.
• Past leadership of field teams

Eligibility 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.
• 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

Desired Characteristics

• Technical Certification in Wind Energy or Electrical / Electronic field
• 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

The base pay for this position is $47.13 to $52.91.

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
• Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
• Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance and 12 paid holidays
• New hires also receive two weeks of annual vacation (which may be pro-rated based on start date)