Entering the wind trade in Wilmington, DE, often begins with specialized training programs that blend practical experience with theoretical knowledge, allowing individuals to gain skills while earning. These training programs typically span several months to two years, requiring extensive hands-on work under experienced professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the wind energy sector employs approximately 4,159 technicians in Delaware, with a median weekly wage of $909.75. This sector is projected to grow by 60% from 2023 to 2033, offering promising career opportunities. Aspiring wind energy professionals can find training through trade schools, industry associations, and platforms like Stream Marine Training, leading to a rewarding career with a median annual wage often exceeding $61,770 for experienced technicians.
Job Description Summary Performs a wide variety of complex electrical and mechanical maintenance work, involving repair / and preventive maintenance of machines, or equipment and their related controls. Will work a substantial portion of the time in areas involving electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatics. Must actively participate in a team-based environment. Job Description PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Responsible for maintaining, rebuilding and repairing complex equipment or machines and their related controls. Will diagnose equipment malfunctions and perform corrective actions with minimum supervision. Must provide accurate documentation of work efforts in both electronic and paper media. • Must be able to read, interpret and follow complex schematics, blueprints, and drawings to facilitate troubleshooting to make repairs, alignments, fits or installations of parts and materials on equipment. • Required to disassemble, overhaul, and reassemble intricate mechanisms, machines, and sub-assemblies involving complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic and lubricating systems. • Responsible for preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs of various types of machines or equipment, such as, conventional turning, milling machines, drills, grinders, welding equipment, furnaces, and various process equipment, including their related control and devices; such as relays, motor starters, control valves, pressure switches, and PLC's. • Perform service and repair various systems and components for chemical or caustic process equipment such as tanks, piping, and sumps. • Required to operate or work with qualified operators or support teams to validate corrective actions and demonstrate satisfactory operating condition. • Responsible for operating various types of moving or material handling equipment used in repair work, such as forklift trucks, platform lifts trucks, and hoists. • Must be able to utilize electrical, hydraulic and mechanical test equipment such as recorders, multimeters, vernier calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, electronic levels and other test equipment as required. • Performs duties and tasks conforming to all safety regulations and procedures, such as LOTO, confined space, fall protection/arrest, hot work, and NFPA 70e. Keep facilities, materials and work areas clean and orderly, exercising good housekeeping practices and following all safety regulations. • Must actively participate in a team-based environment which includes, but not limited to the following: active participation in daily team meetings and activities, cooperates and relates well with others, practices direct professional communication with team members, and is open to new ideas from team members and considers opinions different from their own. • In the team environment, a maintenance team coordinator role needs to be designated in routine and emergency situations and may be required as needed on each shift. Collaboration between the maintenance coordinator role and the team is required to ensure group viability, shift accountability, and to provide effective customer support. The team will determine the coordinator for a given shift. Machine and process equipment maintenance technicians will have the option to act in the maintenance coordinator role. WORKING CONDITIONS • The work will be diversified and complex. Work demands a high degree of attention to detail, concentration, and judgment. • Considerable physical effort will be applied in machine and equipment repair. Intermittent lifting of up to 50 pounds and manipulating bulky subassemblies and parts/ tooling. Exposure to awkward positions (bending, stooping, climbing) during maintenance tasks. • Must have good manual dexterity, and ability to use various hand/power tools, gages and instrumentation. • Work with ladders, pits, platforms, and scaffolds. Must be able to climb and work at elevated levels. • Exposure to grease, oil, acids, metal working fluids, various chemicals and solvent while using proper PPE and following safety procedure. • May work with voltages, up to 600 volts while using proper PPE and following safety procedure. • Required to work shift work in accordance with business needs. • Will be expected to respond to scheduled overtime, hold over or emergency call-in as required. • Will be required to carry a company issued cell phone while working on site. • Job assignments may require work in inclement conditions. Required Qualifications • High school diploma or equivalent and shop Math, including Algebra, Geometry, Decimals and Fractions required. • Ability to demonstrate effective listening, oral and written communication skills. • Read and interpret complex mechanical and electrical drawings, blueprints, sketches, and schematics. • Three years' experience in industrial maintenance work to include mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic experience. • Able to handle heavy materials using approved devices such as fork truck, hoists, cranes or manual lifting if in accordance with safety guidelines. • Experience performing duties and tasks conforming to all safety regulations and procedures, such as LOTO, confined space, hot work permits, and NFPA 70e. • Must be able to utilize electrical, hydraulic and mechanical test equipment such as recorders, multimeters, vernier calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, electronic levels and other test equipment as required. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS • HVAC Experience GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
See More Details >>Job Description Summary Are you ready to elevate your career in a dynamic and innovative environment? As a CNC Machine Operator, you will play a crucial role in setting up and operating multi-axis CNC/NC machines, often running multiple machines simultaneously. Your work will involve handling a variety of metals and parts with close tolerances and fine finishes. Utilizing complex measuring devices such as micrometers, calipers, indicators, and special purpose gages, you will generate and check part dimensions during various machining stages with precision. Your expertise in precise indicating on parts, where true indicator reading (TIR) and four-point indication are critical, will ensure the highest quality standards are met. Job Description At GE Aerospace, we believe the world works better when it flies. As a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft, we are at the forefront of advancing aviation technologies for today and tomorrow. Joining GE Aerospace means bringing your unique perspective, innovative spirit, drive, and curiosity to a collaborative and diverse team that values your ideas and listens to your voice. You will be part of our ongoing LEAN transformation, working smarter, not harder, and contributing to work that truly matters. Here, you will elevate your future, share in our pride and purpose, and make a real impact on the lives of millions around the globe. If you believe in the power of flight and want to be part of a spirited and collaborative team, come aboard and help us lead the way Working at our Wilmington Facility For more than 22 years, our manufacturing facilities in Wilmington have been the driving force behind the growth and success of GE Aerospace. With 600,000 square feet of manufacturing space and an advanced mix of over 300 CNC machines and 21 special processes, we produce high-quality rotating parts for commercial and military aircraft engines. Our team plays a crucial role in introducing advanced new technologies like the LEAP and 9x Engines, offering outstanding opportunities to contribute to the future of aviation. We manufacture a diverse range of parts and components, including Blisks , Small Spools, Welded Spools, CFM HPT Disks, and various large parts found in today's and tomorrow's high-performance engines. Our facility is the career home to over 500 employees who seek purpose and challenge in their careers-people just like you. Here are just a few of the best reasons to consider joining us: • Competitive Compensation: Starting at $31.80 per hour plus, $1.00 shift differential plus cost of living and general wage increases. • Comprehensive benefits package , including medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as generous time off with vacation and holidays starting on Day 1, and additional PTO after one year of service. • Relocation Support: Relocation available for offers over 90 miles from our facility. Key Responsibilities: • Dimensional Accuracy: Utilize complex measuring devices to generate and check part dimensions during various machining stages, ensuring precision and accuracy. • Critical Indication: Perform precise indicating on parts, where true indicator reading ( TIR ) and four-point indication are essential to the machining process. • Record Keeping: Accurately account for your time using the prescribed system, electronically maintain records, logbooks , and charts, and produce electronic or manual reports. • Training and Development: Help train operators to use specific equipment, sharing your expertise and fostering a collaborative learning environment. • Quality Assurance: Achieve all required tolerances and finishes that meet standards set by Manufacturing Engineering and Quality Assurance, ensuring all characteristics generated at designated operations are conforming through applicable inspection techniques. • Certification: Obtain and maintain the CVP certification, with training provided to support your professional growth. • Traceability: Accurately serialize parts to maintain traceability at all times , ensuring compliance with industry standards. • Team Collaboration: Actively participate in daily team meetings and activities, practicing direct professional communication with team members and contributing to a positive team dynamic. • Equipment Operation: Perform set-up and operation of equipment according to drawings, method sheets, and occasionally supplement this information with your own job knowledge. • Material Handling: Utilize forklifts, cranes, and material handling equipment to lift or carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs , following proper ergonomic procedures. Required Qualifications: • High School Diploma or equivalent • Expertise in CNC Machining: Bring your extensive manufacturing experience, with at least 3 years in the setup and operation of CNC machining processes such as drilling, milling, grinding, turning, or broaching, or leverage your 2-year degree from an accredited machinist training program to excel in this role. • Proficiency in Technical Interpretation and Precision Measurement: Utilize your skills in reading and interpreting mechanical blueprints and production planning, along with at least 2 years of experience using precision measuring instruments, to ensure the highest standards of quality and accuracy in every task. Join us at GE Aerospace and be part of a team that values innovation, quality, and continuous improvement. Your skills and dedication will make a real impact on the lives of millions around the globe. Apply now and embark on an exciting journey with us! Additional Information: • If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation for purposes of participating in the application/hiring process with GE. If you are unable or limited in your ability to apply or interview as a result of your disability, you can request reasonable accommodations by emailing us at [email protected] . • Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen. This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government. Additional Information GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
See More Details >>About the Role: "> We are seeking an exceptional professional to join our Global Advisory organization as a Solar Performance Lead. The successful candidate will contribute to technical due diligence engagements for multiple types of assets, including solar and battery energy storage renewable energy projects on behalf of lenders and investors.
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