Wind Hub Technician WY 3- (Rock River, WY)

Job Description

The Wind Hub Technician position requires local travel within the hub to maintain optimal function and output at the wind site. The role involves working daily on turbine operations, safety, quality control, and warranty repairs. The technician partners and communicates with the Site Lead and Manager to execute on contract requirements and timelines while ensuring alignment with GE excellence.

Essential Responsibilities

• Work with site & hub leadership to execute contractual obligations per customer requirements and activities set forth 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; observe all safety requirements;
• Document all work performed using computer based service reporting procedures;
• Work with and respond to GE’s remote operations center when necessary.

Qualifications/Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED, and
• 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, and
• 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

• Ace 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

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)