Senior Wind Hub Technician - MDC (Great Falls, Montana)

Sr. Wind Hub Technician

The Sr. 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, planning, required maintenance, safety, quality control, warranty repair(s) and customer service. The Sr. Wind Technician partners and communicates with the Site Manager to execute on contract requirements and timelines and ensures alignment with GE excellence! The Sr. Wind Technician position requires local travel within the hub.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Work with Hub Manager 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
• Support in all areas of site operations as directed by manager with minimal supervision including daily schedules and planning, supporting tech development, overall site leadership and customer service
• 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

Qualifications/Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED, and Ability to pass Technical Knowledge Assessment, 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 Ability and willingness to lift repetitive weight of up to 45 lbs. unassisted and climb towers of 300+ feet regularly 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