Uptower Repair Technician

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

📋 Description

• Perform maintenance and replace large components on wind turbine generators across the United States.

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

• Supervise contractors during projects.

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

• Assist Field Engineers and Lead Field Specialists in their tasks.

• Complete necessary training to meet Up Tower Qualifications standards.

• Participate in pre-job meetings that address lift plans, LOTO, schedules, weather conditions, hazards, and job site or landowner specifications.

• Help prepare sites and coordinate labor and materials with minimal oversight.

• Record work activities using computer-based service reporting systems.

• Relay site status updates to engineering teams, clients, and management.

⛳️ Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED is required.

• At least 1 year of experience as a Wind Turbine Technician, or completion of a Certificate, Associate’s, or Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field.

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in electrical, mechanical, hydraulics, renewable energy, or a related sector.

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

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

• Ability to handle repetitive lifting of 50 lbs.

• Capability to climb towers reaching heights of up to 300 feet.

• Willingness to work in various weather conditions.

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

• Proficient in reading and understanding electrical schematic diagrams.

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

• Competent in writing reports and performing basic calculations.

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

• Availability for rotating shift schedules 24/7.

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

• Successful completion of a drug screening, if applicable.

🏝️ Benefits

• Eligibility for per diem compensation.

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

• Access to a Health Coach.

• 24/7 nurse-based support resource.

• Employee Assistance Program offering confidential assessments, counseling, and referral services.

• Participation in the GE Retirement Savings Plan.

• 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and retirement contributions.

• Resources from Fidelity and access to financial planning consultants.

• Tuition assistance for educational advancement.

• Adoption assistance provided.

• Paid parental leave benefits.

• Disability insurance and associated benefits.

• Life insurance coverage.

• Paid time off for vacations or illness.

• Twelve paid holidays per year.

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

• Opportunities for professional development.

• Geographic salary differentials of 110%, 120%, or 130% applicable in certain regions.