Uptower Repair Technician

GE Vernova; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking a Field Specialist - Uptower Repair to perform maintenance and large component replacement on wind turbines across the United States. The role involves troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems while coordinating with engineers and site teams.

Travel up to 90% domestically and internationally is required; a valid driver's license and ability to lift 50 lbs are expected.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year wind turbine technician experience or related degree.
• 2+ years experience in electrical, mechanical, hydraulics or REN energy.

Responsibilities

• Support team objectives with focus on safety, quality, and execution.
• Assist Field Engineers and Lead Field Specialists.
• Complete training to advance Up Tower Qualifications standards.
• Participate in pre-job meetings for lift plans, LOTO, schedules and site requirements.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues on wind turbines.
• Assist in site preparation with minimal supervision.
• Document work using computer-based service reports.
• Communicate site status to engineering, customers, and management.

Skills

Wind turbine experience

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Hydraulics knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hydraulic power tools

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Field Specialist - Uptower Repair will work on a team or individually, to complete maintenance and large component replacement, troubleshoot mechanical and/or electrical repairs, oversee contractors, and repair wind turbine generators throughout the United States.

Job Description

The Field Specialist - Uptower Repair will work on a team or individually, to complete maintenance and large component replacement, troubleshoot mechanical and/or electrical repairs, oversee contractors, and repair wind turbine generators throughout the United States.

As the Field Specialist - Uptower Repair, you will:

• Support team objectives and remain focused on safety, quality, and execution
• Support Field Engineers and Lead Field Specialists
• Complete required training to advance in Up Tower Qualifications standards
• Participate in pre-job meetings to discuss lift plans, LOTO (Lock Out Tag Out), schedule, weather, hazards, and job site / landowner requirements
• Troubleshoot complicated mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical problems on variable pitch / variable speed turbines
• Help in all areas of site preparation (coordination of labor and materials) with minimal supervision
• Document all work performed using computer based service reporting procedures
• Communicate site status to engineering, customers, and management

Qualifications/Requirements:

• High School Diploma / GED
• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Wind Turbine Technician(AND/OR)Completionof Certificate / Associates / Bachelors Degree in a relative field, including, but not limited to: electrical, mechanical, Renewable Energy
• Minimum of 2 years of related experience in electrical, mechanical, hydraulics, REN energy or similar field

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally 90% of the time, as required
• Ability and willingness to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license
• Ability and willingness to handle repetitive weight - 50 lbs
• Ability and willingness to climb towers up to 300 feet
• Ability and willingness to work in all weather conditions
• Ability to meet specific OSHA weight limits of 250 to 300lbs max
• Ability to read and understand electrical schematic drawings
• Ability and willingness to read, interpret technical manuals, procedures, and regulations
• Ability to write reports, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure
• Ability and willingness to work in range of environments to include but not limited to industrial facilities, manufacturing facilities, and power industry facilities
• Ability and willingness to be available for rotation shift schedules 24 hours, seven days a week

Desired Characteristics :

• 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

Additional Information

This is a remote position

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

The base pay range for this position is $30.46 – 37.20. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for Per Diem. This posting is expected to close on March 14, 2024.

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE 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 planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.