Essential Responsibilities  

As the Senior Wind Hub 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; 
• 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 and;  
• Document all work performed using computer-based service reporting procedures and 
• 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;  

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Qualifications/Requirements     

• High School Diploma / GED, and 
• Minimum of 4 years of wind trouble-shooting experience, and at least 1 year EHS, SQC, Lead role
• OR minimum of 6 years of wind trouble-shooting experience
• OR minimum of 3 years of wind trouble-shooting experience AND Bachelor's Degree in relevant field. 

Eligibility Requirements ​

• 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, 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