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Large Corrective Exchange (MCE) Technician

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GEV Wind Power is seeking experienced Large Corrective Exchange (MCE) Technicians to support major component exchanges across wind farms throughout the United States and Canada. This role involves working at height to remove and install large wind turbine components such as blades, gearboxes, generators, and hubs.

MCE Technicians play a critical role in supporting wind turbine reliability by executing complex corrective maintenance activities while maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform major component exchanges (MCE) including blades, gearboxes, generators, hubs, and other large turbine components.

  • Assist with rigging operations, crane coordination, and lift planning during component replacements.

  • Conduct mechanical disassembly and reassembly of turbine components according to OEM procedures.

  • Inspect components and supporting structures for damage or wear during exchanges.

  • Follow all safety protocols, lock-out/tag-out procedures, and site-specific requirements.

  • Complete accurate service documentation and reports for work performed.

  • Work collaboratively with site teams, crane crews, and project leads to execute safe and efficient exchanges.

  • Travel to various wind farms and project locations as required.

Must meet the following requirements, have or obtain the listed required certifications and training (may be provided) including, but not limited to:

  • Hands-on experience operating Liftra blade exchange systems in support of major component exchanges within the wind industry is required.

  • Valid passport preferred

  • Ability to work an 8-week on, 1 week off rotation

  • Physically able to safely climb wind turbines up to 120m+ (400+ feet), stand, stoop, walk, crawl, crouch, lift up to 75 lbs. and generally meet the physical demands of the position.

  • Must have strong experience doing torquing and tensioning

  • Must have strong experience using a grease gun, doing filter changes

  • Valid and current driver's license with a satisfactory driving record (satisfactory MVR is required)

  • Must be 21 years of age to be able to drive a company vehicle

  • Must be able to proficiently read, write and speak English

  • Prefer certification to call a crane

  • Satisfactory criminal background check

  • The following certifications or will train:

    • GWO BST (Basic Safety Training) - fire awareness, working at heights, manual handling, first aid

    • GWO BTT (Basic Technical Training) - electrical, hydraulic, mechanical

    • Siemens Basic Technician Training (Green Profile)

    • OSHA 10 General Industry

    • Crane, Chain Hoist and Rigging Safety Training

    • NFPA 70E Arc-Flash Awareness

  • Prefer training or experience with Touchscreen Controller Hand Terminals


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What this application asks

recruitee

Full name, Email, CV, Cover letter, Phone, Photo

  • Are you eligible for a travel Visa to USA or Canada? yes / no
  • What is your home address? written answer
  • Do you have hands-on experience with Liftra blade exchange systems? yes / no
  • Have you previously worked for GEV Wind Power? yes / no
  • What is your date of birth (confidental/used only for driving eligibility)?
  • Have you had any of the following major violations in the past 5 years? choose any
  • Do you have any felony convictions in the past 10 years? yes / no
  • Will you promise to not use any substance, including marijuana, that impair your ability to safely work, including when driving a company vehicle? yes / no
  • How many of the following traffic violations have you been convicted of or plead guilty to in the past 3 years (as will be verified on your MVR report)? Ran stop light/stop sign, speeding, failure to maintain lane, passing a school bus, failure to restrain child
  • Is your body weight more or less than the following? choose one
  • Are you able to successfully meet ALL of the following physical demands: climb wind turbines up to 125m+ (400+ feet), stand and walk, lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 lbs,, crawl, stoop, crouch, kneel, bend, grip and manually manipulate tools, parts and dials with repetitive motion? yes / no
  • Which of the below valid/unexpired certifications do you currently hold? choose any
  • Have you completed the 4 classroom-based SGRE SGTT courses including Documentation, Hand Tool Awareness, Bolt Tightening and LOTO Awareness? yes / no
  • Please check all boxes for each type of work that you've successfully done for at least 6 months? choose any
  • What is your hourly working rate expectation (please include preferred currency)?
  • How soon are you available to start? optional
  • Have you ever been banned from working at Vestas, GE, Siemens Gamesa, Nextera or other wind farm sites? If so, please explain. written answer
  • Are you comfortable and unafraid of working at heights over 100 meters? yes / no
  • This is a travel-based position requiring frequent travel by commercial airline to project sites throughout North America. Travel by air is an essential function of this role. GEV provides flight accommodations for mobilization, demobilization, and approved R&R travel. Are you willing and able to meet this travel requirement? yes / no
  • How would you classify your English language level? choose one
  • If you were referred by someone you know, please list their name here:

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