We are seeking a highly skilled and safety-conscious GE LOTO Certified Technician to join our dynamic team at GEV Wind Power U.S. In this critical role, you will travel extensively across the country to wind farm sites, applying your expertise in Lockout/Tagout procedures to support blade repair operations on GE turbines. Your focus on safety, teamwork, and operational excellence will ensure efficient, high-quality service delivery in challenging environments. If you thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on role and are passionate about renewable energy, this is the opportunity for you. Job Responsibilities: • Travel 100% to wind farms throughout North America on an 8/1 rotation. • Perform blade LOTO duties for GE wind turbines in support of blade repair operations • Monitor confined space operations for internal blade repair work • Assist the Blade repair team, who is primarily responsible for all work completion, either at height or on the ground • May need to interface with the customer on site • Assist in the operation of the basket, rigging/de-rigging blade access platform, and perform tag-lining • Help the team solve problems related to the work scope • Assist in maintaining organized on-site supply inventory during repair operations • Miscellaneous operations support tasks as required by team leader • Provide quality customer service and site rules and pay attention to detail • Professional conduct both on and off site; care for company property and interests • Maintain personal, team and site safety • Be a team player for a diverse team We are ideally looking for technicians with the following skillset and training: • Must be able to successfully work in a fast-paced, team environment, regularly think critically and be a problem-solver • Must already have a current GE LOTO Certificate (NAM Blade LOTO, NAM Tech Essentials or RELC Tech Essentials) and be able to provide proof of a certification • Must be a GE Qualified Electrical Worker 1 • Must have, or will be trained in, GWO Basic Safety Training, OSHA 10, NFPA 70-E, Confined Space • Ability to safely and correctly use powered hand tools • Prefer knowledge of composite blade repair specifications and techniques (but not required) • Prefer ability to read complex technical drawings and processes • IT literate (email, internet, iPad) • 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. • Must be flexible for changes of scope and schedule • Ability to work well as a team and take guidance • Valid driver’s license, good MVR report, and must be 21 years of age or older to drive a company vehicle. • Must be able to meet the strenuous physical requirements of climbing ladders 2 or more times per day up to 300 feet/90 meters, bend, crawl, stoop and lift up to 75 pounds. • Ability to wear a respirator and work safely with protective equipment • Good vision (with corrective lenses if necessary) to perform detailed inspections, read instructions, and safely operate equipment. • US/Canadian citizens or legal to work in either country are eligible for the opportunity The following certifications are optional and considered a plus: • GWO BST (Basic Safety Training) – fire awareness, working at heights, manual handling, first aid • GWO BTT (Basic Technical Training) – electrical, hydraulic, mechanical • IRATA or SPRAT rope access experience and certification is a plus; certificate must be current, and candidate must be physically capable of performing rope access work safely. • OSHA 10 General Industry • GE NAM Blade LOTO certificate What are the perks of working with GEV Wind Power? • Health insurance, dental, vision, disability, life, 401(k) match • 12 days paid PTO and 11 paid holidays • Upskilling trusted GEV technicians via GEV Academy • Bespoke reporting system (time saving with training provided) • Streamlined communications for our technicians with regular Business and Project updates via GEV technician engagement platform • We listen to our technician needs and value their feedback (consistent technician feedback surveys) • Ongoing work for our top talent A little bit about us: A Career Enabling You to Make a Global Impact! You will have heard about the term ‘energy transition’ and perhaps wondered what this means and even how you can get involved. We can see fundamental changes in our daily lives from the electrification of motor vehicles to reducing our dependency on fossil fuels through the increased use of renewable energy sources. At GEV Wind Power, we are a key part of this transition and proud to be helping in a small way to accelerate the change. Our role is critical in supporting power generation from wind energy, where we are the market leader for maintaining one of the key components, the rotor blades. If the blades become damaged or simply lose their structural integrity through erosion from wind and rain, their efficiency and ability to produce power reduces dramatically. Our job is to ensure the blades keep their profile and are optimum for producing electricity. A career with GEV is taking ownership of the challenges we face globally and personally contributing to a positive future for us all. You will also join a dynamic and team orientated organization, where the culture is built around collaboration and driving change
See More Details >>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. As a Wind Turbine Troubleshooter, you will be responsible to identify common, reoccurring, and major component faults on any wind turbine generators: • 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 Must meet the following requirements, have or obtain the listed required certifications and training (may be provided) including, but not limited to: • 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 The following certifications are optional and considered a plus: • GWO BST (Basic Safety Training) - fire awareness, working at heights, manual handling, first aid • GWO BTT (Basic Technical Training) - electrical, hydraulic, mechanical • OSHA 10 General Industry • Applicable Siemens Gamesa Technical eLearning • Crane, Chain Hoist and Rigging Safety Training • NFPA 70E Arc-Flash Awareness • Prefer training or experience with Touchscreen Controller Hand Terminals What are the perks of working with GEV Wind Power? • Health insurance, dental, vision, disability, life, 401(k) match • 12 days paid PTO and 11 paid holidays • Upskilling trusted GEV technicians via GEV Academy • Bespoke reporting system (time saving with training provided) • Streamlined communications for our technicians with regular Business and Project updates via GEV technician engagement platform • We listen to our technician needs and value their feedback (consistent technician feedback surveys) • Ongoing work for our top talent A little bit about us: A Career Enabling You to Make a Global Impact! You will have heard about the term ‘energy transition’ and perhaps wondered what this means and even how you can get involved. We can see fundamental changes in our daily lives from the electrification of motor vehicles to reducing our dependency on fossil fuels through the increased use of renewable energy sources. At GEV Wind Power, we are a key part of this transition and proud to be helping in a small way to accelerate the change. Our role is critical in supporting power generation from wind energy, where we are the market leader for maintaining one of the key components, the rotor blades. If the blades become damaged or simply lose their structural integrity through erosion from wind and rain, their efficiency and ability to produce power reduces dramatically. Our job is to ensure the blades keep their profile and are optimum for producing electricity. A career with GEV is taking ownership of the challenges we face globally and personally contributing to a positive future for us all. You will also join a dynamic and team orientated organization, where the culture is built around collaboration and driving change
See More Details >>• * Job Posting End Date • * 12-06-2025 Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date • * Job Summary • * Support the facility manager and wind team to assure the facility operates in accordance with Safety, Health and Environmental policies and standards while achieving maximum performance, reliability and profitability. Assist in coordinating and performing duties related to OEM and contractor oversight, equipment inspections, monitoring and repairs, including the start-up, operation and shutdown of turbines, generators, exciters, transformers, switchyard and balance of plant equipment. Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems. • * Job Description • *** Position is posted in a range; Pay, title and grade will be based on the qualifications of the individual selected • *** What You'll Do: • ** Responsible for exercising care and good judgment in preventing accidents and protecting the safety and health of fellow workers. Report any unsafe actions, conditions or near misses. • Attend and participate in environmental, safety and health, technical, business and cultural training and meetings. • Assist the work of other employees and OEM and contractors. • Provide instructions and guidance to others. • Conduct JSAs, utilize JHAs and SDSs, etc. and follow established plant and company guidelines in job briefings. • Assist in performing equipment inspections, monitoring, and repairs to ensure proper, safe and efficient start-up, operation and shutdown of turbines, generators, exciters, transformers, switchyard and balance of plant equipment. • Operate valves, pumps, electrical disconnects, breakers and controls. • Report abnormal plant equipment conditions and alarms. • Assist in monitoring plant performance, investigate and correct abnormal conditions. • Troubleshoot basic mechanical, hydraulic and electrical problems including repair or replacement of parts. • Perform testing and assist in analyzing and diagnosing problems. Perform basic level operational wind turbine maintenance and installations. • Learn and become proficient in using specialized tools. Assist in performing mechanical, electrical and hydraulic component corrective maintenance and repairs on balance of plant equipment. • Oversee equipment inspections to assess needs for maintaining and improving plant reliability and availability. • Assist in monitoring control, indicating, and recording devices, comparing results with established standards and makes adjustments to operating conditions. • Assist in collaborating with Engineering and Monitoring & Diagnostics Center on turbine issues, root-cause investigations, fault diagnostics and performance upgrade analysis. • Assist in counting/finding warehouse inventory and parts. • Learn how to use the work management systems to initiate, retrieve and update work orders, material requests, PMs and time entry, PASTA, etc. • Learn how to use computer applications and software programs to extract data, analyze trends and report status to ensure plant reliability and efficiency. • Produce, revise and maintain records, technical reports, procedures and plant drawings. • Initiate clearance permits/LOTO, isolate equipment and remove all stored energy in accordance with procedure. • Initiate permits in accordance with policies and procedures. • Assist in responding to emergencies and maintaining plant security. • Learn and become proficient in up-tower climbing/rescue, first aid, CPR and AED and incipient firefighting. Understand and adhere to all SPCC and emergency response programs. Conduct daily security checks. • Assist in controlling access and activities at the wind farm. • Operate hoists, forklift truck, small tractors, aerial lifts, scissor lifts, mobile and overhead cranes and automotive equipment and inspect scaffold and rigging after completion of training and in accordance with policies and procedures. • Assist in using elementary, schematic, wiring and control diagrams to locate, troubleshoot and repair control systems involving electrical, electronic, mechanical, pneumatic or hydraulic components. • Perform work as identified in the MESH process…
See More Details >>Entering the wind trade typically begins with specialized training and education, combining theoretical knowledge with practical experience, allowing individuals to gain skills while learning about the industry. Training programs last about one to two years, requiring many hours of hands-on experience under experienced professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 9,566 wind turbine technicians nationwide, with an average wage of $545.50 per week in Ames, IA, and projects a 60% job growth from 2023 to 2033. Trainees earn an average of $485.67 per week in Ames, with experienced professionals often exceeding $108,000 annually. Educational institutions, industry associations, and platforms like Stream Marine Training help aspiring wind trade professionals find training and apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
