[Hiring] Senior Wind Technician @GE Vernova

Role Description

The Senior Wind Technician – Travel is a critical and active role to maintain optimal function and output at the wind site by working daily on turbine operations, required maintenance, safety, quality control and warranty repair(s). The Senior Wind Technician – Travel partners and communicates with the Resource Manager and Site Leadership to execute on contract requirements and timelines and ensures alignment with the GE Vernova Way!

• Work with Resource Managers and Site 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 generators across North America.
• Help in all areas of site preparation (coordination of labor and materials) with minimal supervision.
• Participate in pre-job meetings to discuss schedule, weather, LOTO (Lock Out Tag Out), hazards, and jobsite / customer requirements.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical problems on wind turbines including perform diagnostic electrical analysis.
• Perform maintenance, repair, or replacement of parts to correct wind turbine malfunctions.
• Document all work performed using company provided technology.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent, and
• Minimum of 4 years experience as a Wind Technician and passing a technical knowledge assessment OR
• Minimum of 4 years of work experience as Electromechanical Technician and passing a technical knowledge assessment.

Requirements

• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Willingness to travel and travel as required 100% of time.
• Handle repetitive weight - 50 lbs and climb towers up to 300 feet daily.
• Meet specified manufacturer weight limits not to exceed 300lbs including required climbing gear.
• Understand electrical schematic and drawings.
• Interpret technical manuals, maintenance instructions, and repair procedures.
• Adhere to internal policies and EHS regulations.
• Ability and willingness to work in range of outdoor environments and customer facilities to include but not limited to industrial facilities, manufacturing facilities, and power industry facilities.
• Flexibility to work weekends, travel to a job on short notice, rotating shift schedules, and on-call per site needs.

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 (which may be pro-rated based on start date).