Wind Hub Technician -IL4 (Lexington)

GE Vernova; Illinois; Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Wind Hub Technician to join their team. In this dynamic role, you will be responsible for maintaining wind turbine operations, ensuring safety and quality control at various sites. Your expertise in mechanical and electrical systems will be crucial as you troubleshoot issues and perform repairs. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment with site leadership while adhering to high standards of excellence. If you're passionate about renewable energy and eager to take on new challenges, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Relocation Assistance

Professional Development Opportunities

Competitive Compensation

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as a Wind Technician or related field.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues.

Responsibilities

• Maintain optimal function of wind turbines and perform repairs.
• Document work using computer-based service reporting procedures.

Skills

Mechanical Troubleshooting

Electrical Troubleshooting

Hydraulic Systems

Safety Compliance

Diagnostic Analysis

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Wind Certificate Program

Associates Degree in Energy

Tools

Hydraulic Power Tools

Heavy Equipment

Job description

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Job Description Summary

The Wind Technician position requires local travel within the hub (Blooming Grove, Lexington IL and Bennington, Minonk IL). The Wind 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 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 Summary

The Wind Technician position requires local travel within the hub (Blooming Grove, Lexington IL and Bennington, Minonk IL). The Wind 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 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 Technician You Will

• Work with site & hub leadership to execute contractual obligations per customer requirements and activities set forth with on a daily basis, 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; observing all safety requirements;
• 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.
  
  

Qualifications/Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED, and
• Minimum of 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
  
  

Eligibility Requirements

• Passing a Technical Knowledge Assessment, and
• 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, and
• Flexibility to work rotating shift schedules, and on-call per site needs.
• Occasional overnights may be required per hub 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 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.

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

• This is a remote position
  
  

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Electric Power Generation

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