Wind Electrical Technician, Services

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

📋 Description

• Conduct regular inspections, perform corrective repairs, and execute preventative maintenance on GE wind turbines.

• Identify and resolve electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and controller issues.

• Replace defective components and carry out turbine upgrades.

• Lead small troubleshooting teams and work collaboratively with lead technicians on daily operations.

• Keep thorough records of maintenance activities, repairs, operational defects, LOTO, PDRs, tailboards, and equipment inspections.

• Document activities in accordance with company protocols.

• Adhere to safety procedures and protocols, including the appropriate use of PPE.

• Ensure compliance with environmental, regulatory, company, and site safety standards.

• Safely identify isolation points within electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.

• Collaborate with lead technicians and GE technical support to address complex turbine-system challenges.

• Prepare and submit reports on turbine defects, maintenance activities, and safety incidents.

• Maintain communication with site and FairWind management.

• Operate under the guidance of the FairWind team and partner with GE technical support.

• Travel 100% for work across various turbine service sites.

⛳️ Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.

• Technical training in wind turbine technology or a related field is preferred.

• 1–2 years of experience in assisting with or conducting troubleshooting and maintenance on GE wind turbines.

• Strong skills in mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical troubleshooting.

• Proficient in GE wind turbine technology, maintenance procedures, and diagnostic tools.

• Excellent communication, organizational, and record-keeping skills.

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

• Capability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

• Ability to perform bending, stooping, reaching, or standing for long durations.

• Competence in safely operating equipment and adhering to proper lifting techniques.

• GWO certifications: BST, BTTI, BTTH, BTTE, BTTB, ART, SART.

• GE Wind Turbine Certifications: 1x-ESS, 2x-ESS, DFIG, PMG, Sierra, Cypress, Converter, ATSS, SCADA.

• High-voltage certification or experience is a plus.

• Ability to successfully complete GE platform fundamentals, including 1.x, 2.x, PMG, DFIG, Sierra, and Cypress.

• Proficient in reading and interpreting electrical and hydraulic schematics.

• Ability to identify isolation points and comprehend proper Hot-Cold-Hot zero-energy procedures.

• Willingness to adhere to safety protocols, PPE requirements, environmental regulations, and company standards.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

• Health insurance.

• Dental insurance.

• Vision insurance.

• Life insurance.

• 401(k) plan with company matching.

• Opportunities for professional development and training.

• Company-provided truck for work-related travel.

• Career advancement opportunities.

• A diverse and inclusive work environment.