Wind Hub Technician - IA 5 (Toronto, SD Area)

GE Vernova's Grid Software; South Dakota; Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova's Grid Software is seeking a Wind Hub Technician to maintain optimal operations at wind sites. Responsibilities include managing turbine operations, performing repairs, and ensuring safety compliance. The ideal candidate will possess technical knowledge, relevant certifications, and a strong commitment to safety. This remote position offers competitive compensation and relocation assistance.

Benefits

Relocation Assistance

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Wind Technician or mechanic.
• Understanding of electrical schematic drawings and technical manuals.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and climb towers up to 300 feet.

Responsibilities

• Execute contractual obligations per customer requirements.
• Perform maintenance, repair, or replacement of parts.
• Troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical problems.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical skills

Hydraulic experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Technical, Electrical, or Electronics

Technical Certification in Wind Energy

Tools

Hydraulic power tools

Heavy equipment for facility maintenance

Job description

Job Description Summary

The 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, required maintenance, safety, quality control and warranty repair(s). The Wind Technician partners and communicates with the Site Lead and Manager to execute on contract requirements and timelines and ensures alignment with GE excellence!

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

As the Wind Hub Technician, you will:

• Work with site leadership to execute contractual obligations per customer requirements and activities set forth with daily, which include any portion of the electrical and mechanical equipment used in the GE wind turbine generator.
• 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,
• Perform some diagnostic electrical analysis;
• Document all work performed using computer-based service reporting procedures and
• Work with and respond to GE’s remote operations center when necessary.

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED, and
• Minimum of 1 year(s) experience as a Wind Technician or Wind Mechanic

OR

• Minimum of 2 years of work experience inclusive of hydraulic, electrical, and experience using basic power hydraulic tools.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must pass 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.
• Understand electrical schematic drawings, technical manuals, procedures, and regulations.
• Ability and willingness to work in range of environments to include but not limited to industrial facilities, manufacturing facilities, and power industry facilities
• Flexibility to work rotating shift schedules, and on-call per site needs.

Desired Characteristics

• Associate’s or 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

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is anEqual 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.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

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