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The Field Specialist - Uptower will work on a team or individually, to complete maintenance and large component replacement, troubleshoot mechanical and/or electrical repairs, oversee contractors, and repair wind turbine generators throughout the United States.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

As the Field Specialist - Uptower, you will:

• Support team objectives and remain focused on safety, quality, and execution

• Support Field Engineers and Lead Field Specialists

• Complete required training to advance in Up Tower Qualifications standards

• Participate in pre-job meetings to discuss lift plans, LOTO (Lock Out Tag Out), schedule, weather, hazards, and jobsite / landowner requirements

• Troubleshoot complicated mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical problems on variable pitch / variable speed turbines

• Help in all areas of site preparation (coordination of labor and materials) with minimal supervision

• Document all work performed using computer based service reporting procedures

• Communicate site status to engineering, customers, and management

Qualifications/Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Wind Turbine Technician OR Minimum of 6 years of related experience in electrical, mechanical, hydraulics, REN energy or similar field

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally 90% of the time, as required

• Ability and willingness to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license

• Ability and willingness to handle repetitive weight - 50 lbs

• Ability and willingness to climb towers up to 300 feet

• Ability and willingness to work in all weather conditions

• Ability to meet specific OSHA weight limits of 250 to 300lbs max

• Ability to read and understand electrical schematic drawings

• Ability and willingness to read, interpret technical manuals, procedures, and regulations

• Ability to write reports, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure

• Ability and willingness to work in range of environments to include but not limited to industrial facilities, manufacturing facilities, and power industry facilities

• Ability and willingness to be available for rotation shift schedules 24 hours, seven days a week

Desired Characteristics

• 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

The hourly range for this position is . The specific $37.76-$41.70 offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location. GE offers benefits and programs to help you manage your personal and family needs, grow and develop you and your career, support your work / life integration, and help you stay connected through volunteerism, employee networks, and philanthropy.

This posting is expected to close on 6/18/24 or thereafter.

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Additional Information

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf) . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

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