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The Senior Wind Hub Technician position requires local travel within the hub. The Senior 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, safety, quality control and warranty repair(s). The Senior Wind Hub Technician partners and communicates with the Site Lead and Manager to execute on contract requirements and timelines and ensures alignment with GE excellence!
Job Responsibility:
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
Apply extensive understanding of variable pitch & speed turbines and converter parts
Read, understand and explain schematics, drawings, technical manuals, procedures, and regulations
Adhere to all Environmental Health and Safety processes and regulations and all applicable compliance requirements
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
Effectively perform diagnostic analysis and generate plan for timely resolution
Document all work performed using computer-based service reporting procedures
Work with and respond to GE's remote operations center when necessary
Help in all areas of site operations as directed by manager, and mentor peers
Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED
Ability to pass Technical Knowledge Assessment
Minimum of 4 years of wind trouble-shooting experience, and at least1 year EHS, SQC, Lead role
Minimum of 6 years of wind trouble-shooting experience
Minimum of 3 years of wind trouble-shooting experience AND Bachelor's Degree in relevant field
Passing a Technical Knowledge Assessment
Basic computer skills
Must have and maintain a valid driver's license
Willingness to travel up to 100% of the time
Handle repetitive weight - 50 lbs. and climb towers up to 300 feet daily
Meet and maintain 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
Nice to have:
Associate 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