[Hiring] Senior Wind Hub Technician @GE Vernova

Role Description

The Senior Wind Hub Technician position requires local travel within the hub. The 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 Senior Wind Hub Technician partners and communicates with the Site Lead and Manager to execute on contract requirements and timelines and ensures 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.
• 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.
• Ability to pass Technical Knowledge Assessment.
• 4+ years of wind troubleshooting experience, and 1+ year EHS, SQC, Lead role, or.
• 5+ years of wind troubleshooting experience.
• 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 a 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.

Benefits

• Available benefits include 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.
• Access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.
• 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).