Senior Wind Technician - Travel (United States)
About The Position
The Senior Wind Technician – Travel is responsible for maintaining optimal wind-site function and output through daily turbine operations, maintenance, safety, quality control, and warranty repairs. The role partners with Resource Managers and Site Leadership to meet contractual requirements and timelines and support alignment with the GE Vernova Way. Work may involve electrical and mechanical equipment on GE wind turbine generators across North America, with travel required 100% of the time. The technician helps coordinate labor and materials for site preparation, participates in pre-job safety and scheduling meetings, troubleshoots turbine systems, performs repairs and maintenance, and documents work using company-provided technology. The position involves outdoor and customer-facility work, tower climbing, and flexibility for weekends, rotating shifts, short-notice travel, and on-call duties as site needs require.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least 4 years of experience as a Wind Technician and passing a technical knowledge assessment; alternatively, at least 4 years of work experience as an Electromechanical Technician and passing a technical knowledge assessment.
- Valid driver’s license that must be maintained.
- Willingness to travel as required 100% of the time.
- Ability to handle repetitive weight of 50 pounds and climb towers up to 300 feet daily.
- Must meet specified manufacturer weight limits, not exceeding 300 pounds including required climbing gear.
- Ability to understand electrical schematics and drawings.
- Ability to interpret technical manuals, maintenance instructions, and repair procedures.
- Ability to adhere to internal policies and EHS regulations.
- Ability and willingness to work in a range of outdoor environments and customer facilities, including industrial, manufacturing, and power-industry facilities.
- Flexibility to work weekends, travel to a job on short notice, work rotating shift schedules, and be on call as site needs require.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree in wind energy, electrical technology, mechanical technology, or an electromechanical field from an accredited college or university, or technical certification in wind energy.
- Ability to work and communicate with a wide variety of personnel at all levels inside and outside the wind site.
- Ability and willingness to take initiative and work without direct supervision.
- Experience using electrical personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety equipment for working at heights.
- GE wind turbine electrical and troubleshooting experience across multiple platforms.
- Strong wind turbine mechanical work experience.
- Experience using common wind-industry tools and working knowledge of rigging practices and associated hoisting equipment.
Responsibilities
- Work with Resource Managers and Site Leadership to execute contractual obligations and customer requirements for daily activities involving electrical and mechanical equipment on GE wind turbine generators.
- Assist with site preparation, including coordination of labor and materials, with minimal supervision.
- Participate in pre-job meetings covering schedules, weather, lockout/tagout (LOTO), hazards, and jobsite or customer requirements.
- Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical problems on wind turbines, including diagnostic electrical analysis.
- Maintain, repair, or replace parts to correct wind turbine malfunctions.
- Document all work performed using company-provided technology.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Prescription drug coverage
- Access to a 24/7 nurse-based Health Coach resource
- Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching and company retirement contributions
- Access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
- Tuition assistance
- Adoption assistance
- Paid parental leave
- Disability benefits
- Life insurance
- 12 paid holidays
- Two weeks of annual vacation for new hires, which may be prorated based on start date
- Per diem eligibility
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
