Wind Energy Lead Technician- Willow Creek (Newell, SD)

Job description

3489905
Additional Cities

Newell, Other
Career Level

Experienced
Relocation Assistance

No
Business

GE Renewable Energy
Business Segment

Renewable Energy Digital Services
Function

Services
Country/Territory

United States
Additional States/Provinces

South Dakota
Role Summary/Purpose

The Wind Energy Lead Technician at the Willow Creek Wind Farm in Newell, SD will be responsible for the operations, maintenance, and warranty repair of wind turbine generators. You will oversee contractual obligations and activities, working closely with project owners and various customers on a daily basis. You will also perform all mechanical and electrical component maintenance, repair, and replacement of parts to correct malfunctions.

Essential Responsibilities

As the Wind Energy Lead Technician at the Willow Creek Wind Farm, you will:

·  Oversee contractual obligations and activities, working closely with project owners and various customers on a daily basis, including any portion of the electrical and mechanical equipment used in wind turbines
·  Be responsible for subordinate employee classifications which include maintenance mechanics, technicians, and operators
·  Troubleshoot complicated mechanical and electrical problems including: variable pitch systems, variable speed control systems, and components
·  Perform all mechanical and electrical component maintenance, repair, and replacement of parts to correct malfunctions
·  Perform a variety of administrative duties as well as be responsible for EHS (Environmental Health and Safety) and other relevant compliance
·  Assist with staffing requirements, counseling, coaching, training, and corrective action concerning employees and contractors
·  Assist with performance evaluations for subordinate employee per management instructions
·  Help in all areas of facility operations as directed by manager
·  Assist with Profit & Loss (P&L) reporting responsibilities and responsible for spare parts inventory

Qualifications/Requirements

·  High School Diploma / GED
·  Minimum of 1 year of leadership experience ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

·  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
·  Advanced computer skills utilizing word processing, spreadsheet processing, e-mail programs, facility control and management systems, and computer diagnostic and troubleshooting tools
·  Wind turbine experience
·  Wind facility operations experience and wind turbine experience
·  GE learning High Voltage Tests such as: GEE-PROD-W025-WIND - 2.20 Substations and Transformers / GEE-PROD-W026-WIND - 2.21 Padmount Transformer Switching / GEE-PROD-W027-WIND - 2.23 Substation & Interconnect Switching (GE Employees Only)
·  Advanced electrical, mechanical, and/or hydraulic experience
·  Experience using hydraulic power tools
·  Ability and willingness to take initiative and work without direct supervision
·  Experience with heavy equipment required for facility maintenance with a working knowledge of crane and rigging requirements
·  Comprehensive writing skills to meet contractual reporting obligations, as required
·  Ability to work with a wide variety of personnel at all levels inside and outside of the Wind Farm
·  Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
About Us

GE Renewable Energy harnesses the earth’s most abundant resources – the strength of the wind, the heat of the sun and the force of water – to power the world’s biggest economies and the most remote communities.

With an innovative spirit and an entrepreneurial mindset, we engineer energy products and digital services that create industry-leading value for our customers around the world.

We see the promise of renewable energy everywhere we look. Our team has the courage, scale, passion, diversity and resourcefulness needed to deliver that promise wherever and however the world needs it.

Together with our customers, we’re proving that no one ever has to choose between affordable, reliable, or sustainable energy.

We are unleashing limitless energy.

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is anEqual Opportunity Employer . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications

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).
Primary Country

United States
Primary State/Province

South Dakota