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Traveling Wind Turbine Technician

Work Location: Travel/Nationwide Residency requirement: Based in the DFW area Job Type: Full-time SUMMARY: The Field Service Department is responsible for technical and field support and communications between NGC US and its customers. The main focus will be building (and refining) a team to manage and support warranty claims for the wind gear drive business. Later, the scope may evolve to include warranty support for the industrial business. The Field Service Department plays an integral role in the organization by supporting all facets of the business. EMPLOYEE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Travel and work uninterrupted work for 6 weeks at a time. • Understand and follow customary instructions to perform the essential functions of the position in a satisfactory manner. • Read, understand, and adhere to Company policies, safety protocol, SDS, operating procedures, work instructions, etc. • Read and interpret mechanical drawings and schematics. • Climb and work a top freestanding wind turbines that exceed 300 feet in height multiple times in a day. • Perform wind turbine mechanical troubleshooting and repair. (main, pitch, and yaw gearboxes) • Assists with removal and installation of wind turbine mechanical components. • Have the ability and capacity to learn and retain troubleshooting and repair techniques. • Safely operate a passenger vehicle for up to 12 hrs. per day. • Keep an accurate inventory of safety equipment, tools, consumables, and parts assigned to your work vehicle. • Maintain the highest care for Company equipment, tools, and vehicles. • Report to and interface closely with the NGC Field Service Supervisor, Coordinator, Project Leader, and Admin. • Reporting –Daily, weekly, monthly, inspections, checklist, time entry. • Draft routine reports. • Work with minimal supervision, given proper instructions. • Provide on time high quality work results consistently. • Ability to adapt to any situation quickly. • Ability to identify and mitigate risk quickly and effectively. • Highly energetic customer service focused team player. • Driven self-starter with proactive approach. • Works OT and weekends as needed. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING ENVIRONMENT: • The employee must be of sound body and mind. • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, high, precarious places, and particulate matter. The employee can be exposed to risks of electrical and mechanical hazards. The employee is occasionally exposed to hazardous chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, sit, or crawl; and talk or hear for long period of time. • The employee must be capable of lifting and/or moving up to 100 pounds unassisted. • Must be able to perform an uptower to ground rescue in less than 4 minutes. • Must be able to work in extreme weather conditions (hot and cold). • Must be able to pass a physical exam and drug/alcohol screening. • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: • The ideal candidate should have 1 year of relevant experience or 0 years with a related degree. • Valid Driver's License. • Ability to obtain a passport. • Strong mechanical background (wind gearboxes). • Excellent communication skills (listening, speaking, oral and written). • Experience with Microsoft® Office, Salesforce, iAuditor, and other office programs. EDUCATION: • High School diploma required. • Knowledge in the Mechanical Trade is strongly preferred. • GE 1 – 4.X experience is a plus but not required. • GE LOTO Qualified is a plus but not required. • Bilingual (English-Mandarin) is a plus but not required. COMPANY DISCLAIMER: The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This job description does not serve as a contract, nor does it limit the employer's ability to establish or change the content, nature, or essential functions of this job. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management. Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, reasonable accommodations will be considered for qualified individuals with a disability. NGC (America) maintains "at-will" employment, where either party is free to terminate the relationship at any time.

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Wind Turbine Blade Repair Apprentice

GEV Wind Power is seeking enthusiastic entry-level Technicians to join our 2-year Apprenticeship Program. This entry-level position is an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about renewable energy to kickstart their careers in the wind industry, specifically focusing on composite fiberglass blade repair. During the apprenticeship program, you will learn and perform the following tasks: • Work under the direction and oversight of an experienced journeyman composite blade repair technician • Travel 100% to operating windfarms and windfarms under construction across North America (subject to an 8 week on/1 week off rotation) • Tasks taught and performed will include: • Drive a 1/2 or 3/4 ton pickup with a trailer from warehouse to jobsites • Climb wind turbines on wind farms using internal ladders or lifts up to 400 feet • Identify and perform proper waste and chemical storage and disposal • Assist with wind farm traffic control • Review and read work instructions and repair specifications • Test air quality, wind speed and temperature • Clean and perform good housekeeping worksite • Rig/derig and suspend/store elevated platforms and scaffolding, including managing, attending and securing tag lines • Operate and tend electric chain hoist to lift heavy bags to height up to 250 - 400 feet • Load and unload materials and tooling • Assist journeyman blade repair technician in performance of repairs • Grind damaged fiberglass, sand and clean damaged areas • Prepare, mix and apply resins, epoxies and paint to repaired fiberglass • Attend and perform daily safety checks including job safety hazard, vehicle inspections, PPE safety checks and inspection of tools & equipment Qualifications: • Prefer recent graduate of a trade or technical school focused on wind energy, composites, or a related field; or military background • Must not be afraid of heights • Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to work with tools and equipment. • IT literate (email, internet, iPad) • Willing to spend extensive time traveling in the field at jobsites across North America • Ability to drive or travel up to 11 hours per day when required. • Flexibility for changes of scope • Ability to work well as a team and take guidance • Valid, current driver's license • Must be 21 years of age to be able to drive a company vehicle • Must have a satisfactory criminal record, MVR and pre-employment drug screen • Must be able to meet the strenuous physical requirements of climbing ladders 2 or more times per day up to 400 feet, bend, crawl, stoop, walk, stand, and lift up to 75 pounds (will be required to complete a fit-for-duty physical exam) • 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. • Comfortable working at heights and in varying weather conditions (from extreme heat to extreme cold) • Authorized to work in the US without sponsorship 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 Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled VA Approved Apprenticeship Program – GI Bill Benefits Available to Eligible Veterans GEV Wind Power is a Non-union Company

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Traveling Wind Troubleshooter Technician

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

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Overview

Entering the wind trade in Fort Worth, TX, often begins with specialized training and apprenticeships, combining hands-on experience with technical education. These programs typically last about two to three years, providing comprehensive training under experienced professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the wind energy sector is projected to grow by 60% from 2023 to 2033, with Fort Worth emerging as a key hub for wind energy jobs. Apprentices in Fort Worth can expect to earn an average of $776 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $510,000 annually. Training programs, industry partnerships, and local initiatives are creating pathways for aspiring wind energy professionals to enter a field with significant growth and competitive compensation.

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