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GEV Wind Power · 4 months ago

Traveling Wind Troubleshooter Technician

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid Level

3+ years exp

GEV Wind Power is seeking a highly skilled Wind Turbine Troubleshooter Technician with comprehensive experience across multiple wind turbine platforms. This role is critical in ensuring the reliable operation of wind turbine generators through advanced troubleshooting, maintenance, and team leadership.

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Responsibilities

Travel to various wind farm sites across the U.S. and Canada for job assignments

Troubleshoot problems on systems where duly trained/certified, including hydraulics, electrical and mechanical to ensure wind turbine and generator is operational and functioning properly

Develop advanced troubleshooting knowledge and skills on site in collaboration with other competent individuals

May perform maintenance tasks

Lead small teams; accountable for the safety, competency and productivity of individuals assigned to them

Keep records, maintains documentation and reports technical, safety issues and difficulties as required by company policy

Maintain and follows safety procedures as required by company policy

May assist or perform component replacement, retrofits, and other special assignments

Continue to develop and expand wind maintenance skillset through on-the-job training and train others in performing service work

Work safely, competently and productively under the direction of others

Qualification

Wind turbine troubleshootingHydraulics knowledgeElectrical systems knowledgeSiemens Gamesa experienceVestas experienceMaintenance experienceSafety proceduresPhysical fitnessEnglish proficiencyTeam leadershipCommunication skills

Required

At least 3 years of hands-on troubleshooting experience with Siemens Gamesa (G114, G126, G132, SG145), Vestas (3.X / 4.X), or other major wind turbine models

Citizen of or eligible to travel to and work in Canada for extended periods of time (valid passport required)

Ability to work an 8 week on, 1 week off rotation

Physically able to safely climb wind turbines up to 90m+ (300+ feet), stand, stoop, walk, crawl, crouch, stoop and generally meet the physical demands of the position

Willingness and ability to travel extensively, including by air and ground transportation, often on short notice, and to spend extended periods away from home at project sites

Ability to drive or travel up to 11 hours per day when required

Able to work safely in outdoor environments under both extreme heat and cold conditions

Good vision (with corrective lenses if necessary) to perform detailed inspections, read instructions, and safely operate equipment

Must have solid knowledge of hydraulics and electrical systems

Must have maintenance experience, including knowledge of using grease guns, filter changes, using ERAD system, doing torquing and tensioning and similar service

Valid and current driving license with a satisfactory driving record

Must be 21 years of age to be able to drive a company vehicle

Must be able to proficiently read, write and speak English

Satisfactory criminal background check