Traveling Wind Troubleshooter Technician V110 - V150
GEV Wind Power is seeking a highly skilled Traveling Wind Troubleshooter Technician (V115 & V150) 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
As published by recruitee
Full name, Email, CV, Cover letter, Phone, Photo
- Are you eligible to work in the U.S.? yes / no
- Home Address (Street, City, State, ZIP)
- What year were you born (used only for driving eligibility)?
- Do you have or can you obtain a valid Passport? yes / no
- Where is your current legal residence? choose one
- Do you have a valid Driver's License and a good MVR record? yes / no
- Do you have any felony convictions in the past 10 years? yes / no
- Is your body weight more or less than the following? choose one
- Which of the below certifications do you currently hold? choose any
- What is your WINDA ID number?
- What is your GID number?
- Please list all of the wind farms you have worked at during your wind career? written answer
- This is a Traveling Technician role. Are you able to travel for work 100% on an 8/1 rotation throughout the year? 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
- 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
- Are you comfortable working at heights, up to 400 feet, and not afraid of heights? 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
- Are you committed to following company and client Safety, Quality and Performance policies and procedures? yes / no
- What are your hourly rate expectations?
- Where did you hear about opportunities at GEV Wind Power? (Online, Referral, Word of Mouth, Open Day?)
- What is your earliest availability start date?