Wind Hub Technician

Jobtailor; Pollock (SD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor seeks a Wind Technician to troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems on variable pitch and speed turbines. You will maintain and repair components, document service activities, and support site operations following safety requirements.

The role requires 1+ year wind tech experience or relevant training, a valid driver's license, and the ability to lift 50 lbs and climb towers up to 300 feet. Flexible shifts and occasional overnights may be needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 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.
• Basic computer skills.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Work with site & hub leadership to execute contractual obligations per customer requirements
• 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; observing all safety requirements
• Perform some diagnostic electrical analysis
• Document all work performed using computer based service reporting procedures
• Work with and respond to GE's remote operations center when necessary

Skills

Mechanical Troubleshooting

Electrical Troubleshooting

Hydraulic Systems

Variable Pitch Turbines

Variable Speed Turbines

Service Reporting Procedures

Diagnostic Electrical Analysis

Maintenance and Repair

Climbing Towers

Weight Handling

Education

Wind Certificate Program

Associates Degree in Energy

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

• Work with site & hub leadership to execute contractual obligations per customer requirements
• 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; observing all safety requirements
• Perform some diagnostic electrical analysis
• Document all work performed using computer based service reporting procedures
• Work with and respond to GE's remote operations center when necessary

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• 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
• Basic computer skills
• 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

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems in wind turbine operations, with a strong focus on safety and compliance. Proficient in documenting service activities and executing contractual obligations effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Wind Technician Experience
• Mechanical Troubleshooting
• Electrical Analysis
• Valid Driver's License
• Basic Computer Skills

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Mechanical Troubleshooting
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Hydraulic Systems
• Variable Pitch Turbines
• Variable Speed Turbines
• Service Reporting Procedures
• Diagnostic Electrical Analysis
• Maintenance and Repair
• Climbing Towers
• Weight Handling

Soft Skills

• Initiative
• Flexibility
• Prioritization
• Ability to Work Independently
• Adaptability

Certifications & Qualifications

• Wind Certificate Program
• High School Diploma or GED

Industry Keywords

• Wind Energy
• Power Industry
• Industrial Facilities
• Manufacturing Facilities
• Contractual Obligations