Uptower Repair Technician

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Perform maintenance and large component replacements on wind turbine generators across the United States.

• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues on variable-pitch/variable-speed turbines.

• Supervise contractors on site.

• Contribute to team objectives with an emphasis on safety, quality, and execution.

• Assist Field Engineers and Lead Field Specialists.

• Fulfill training requirements for Up Tower Qualifications standards.

• Engage in pre-job meetings that cover lift plans, LOTO, schedules, weather conditions, hazards, and job-site/landowner requirements.

• Aid in site preparation and coordinate labor and materials needed for the job.

• Record work activities utilizing computer-based service reporting procedures.

• Relay site status updates to engineering, customers, and management.

• Operate independently or collaborate as part of a team.

⛳️ Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED is required.

• A minimum of 1 year of experience as a Wind Turbine Technician and/or completion of a Certificate, Associate's, or Bachelor's Degree in a relevant discipline is necessary.

• At least 2 years of related experience in electrical, mechanical, hydraulics, renewable energy, or a similar field is required.

• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally 90% of the time.

• A valid driver's license is mandatory.

• Capability to handle repetitive weights of up to 50 lbs.

• Ability to climb towers reaching heights of 300 feet.

• Comfort in working under all weather conditions.

• Must meet OSHA weight limits of 250 to 300 lbs maximum.

• Proficient in reading and understanding electrical schematic drawings.

• Capable of reading and interpreting technical manuals, procedures, and regulations.

• Ability to compose reports and perform basic arithmetic operations.

• Willingness to work in industrial, manufacturing, and power industry environments.

• Availability to work rotating shifts, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

• Must be eligible to work legally in the United States.

• Successful completion of a drug screen may be required.

🏝️ Benefits

• Per diem eligibility.

• Coverage for medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs.

• Access to Health Coach services.

• 24/7 nurse-based resources available.

• Employee Assistance Program.

• GE Retirement Savings Plan.

• 401(k) matching contributions.

• Company retirement contributions.

• Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.

• Tuition assistance programs.

• Adoption assistance provided.

• Paid parental leave offered.

• Disability insurance and benefits.

• Life insurance coverage.

• Paid time off for vacation or illness.

• 12 paid holidays throughout the year.

• Two weeks of annual vacation for new hires, which may be prorated.

• Geographic salary differentials of 110%, 120%, or 130% in designated areas.

• Opportunities for professional development.

• Competitive compensation package.