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Wind Hub Technician - Idaho 1 (Idaho Falls, ID)
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A Wind Turbine Technician maintains and repairs wind turbines used to generate electricity.
$76,151 / year median in Idaho
+19% projected growth
Job Description
at GE Vernova in Idaho Falls, Idaho, United States Job Description Job Description Summary The Wind Technician position requires local travel within the hub. 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 + 1+ year(s) experience as a Wind Technician/Wind Mechanic, or completed Wind Certificate Program/Associate's Degree in Energy, or 2 years of electrical work experience, and + Passing a Technical Knowledge Assessment, and + Basic computer skills Eligibility Requirements + 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 universit To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account