[Hiring] Blade Lead Technician @GE Vernova

Role Description

The Blade Lead Technician plays a pivotal role in supervising GE Vernova blade repair contractor teams and performing repairs at laydown yards, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets during blade repair and inspection operations. This position requires a proactive leader with extensive expertise in blade maintenance, capable of direct intervention in repair or inspection tasks when necessary. The technician must excel in communicating effectively with both GE Vernova team members, blade repair contractors, and site team personnel.

• Supervise contracted blade repair teams.
• Confirm repair quality and problem-solve.
• Interface with GE Vernova Service Engineering team.
• Align with laydown yard team on crane and blade movement support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in an accredited university (OR High School Diploma/GED with a minimum 3 years of experience in blade repairs).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in blade repairs.
• Ability and willingness to travel between Pawnee and Garden City laydown yards.

Requirements

• Ensure compliance with all safety policies, protocols, and use of proper PPEs.
• Foster proactive safety actions, such as the submission of concern reports.
• Conduct risk assessments with the team on-site, ensuring awareness of key risks and responses.
• Respond swiftly to safety events, coordinating with GE Vernova functions (EHS, Operations, HR, etc.).
• Supervise or execute repair procedures to uphold quality standards.
• Verify completion of checklists and adherence to procedures.
• Adjust repair pacing in response to job phases and weather conditions.
• Ensure availability of parts, tooling, materials, procedures, and required PPE for teams.
• Facilitate communication between site teams and GE Vernova functions (EHS, HR, Engineering).
• Manage daily operations and team performance against targets.
• Undertake repair tasks directly if teams are unable to complete them.
• Act in alignment with the Site Manager to ensure cohesive operations and project delivery.
• Serve as the primary contact for repair teams at site, addressing inquiries and providing updates on repair progress.
• Maintain transparency and timely communication regarding project developments.
• Maintain current training and certifications equivalent to a regular technician.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant standards and regulations.
• Keep accurate records of site activities and progress.
• Utilize tools such as Microsoft Office and Smartsheet for effective reporting and coordination.
• Maintain daily communication with the GE Vernova Site and Project Manager.

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.
• Access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.
• Tuition assistance and adoption assistance.
• Paid parental leave and disability benefits.
• Life insurance and 12 paid holidays.
• Two weeks of annual vacation (which may be pro-rated based on start date).