Wind Turbine Maintenance Technician

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Grover (CO)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

GE Renewable Energy seeks a Wind Technician to perform maintenance and repairs on turbine equipment, troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic issues, and document all work using reporting software.

You will coordinate with GE's remote operations center, uphold safety procedures, and support on-site teams while rotating shifts and meeting contractual obligations.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED.
Wind Certificate Program, Associates Degree in Energy, or 2 years of electrical work experience.
Passing a Technical Knowledge Assessment.
Basic computer skills.
Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

Work with site leadership to perform maintenance and repairs on wind turbine equipment.
Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues on wind turbines.
Document all work using service reporting software.
Coordinate with GE’s remote operations center as needed.
Adhere to safety requirements and site procedures.
Assist with diagnosing and correcting malfunctions.

Skills

Wind experience

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical analysis

Hydraulic troubleshooting

Service reporting

Climbing towers

Weight handling

Initiative

Flexibility

Independence

Education

High School Diploma

GED

Wind Certificate Program

Associates Degree in Energy

Tools

Basic Computer Skills

Job description

• 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
• Work with and respond to GE’s remote operations center when necessary

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
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
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 and maintaining electrical and mechanical systems in wind turbine generators, with a strong emphasis on safety and compliance with contractual obligations. Capable of working independently in various environments while effectively prioritizing tasks.

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