What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wind Turbine Assembly Technician -1st Shift position at GE?
Job Description Summary
With minimal supervision, performs assemble and test of wind turbine components.Job Description
Essential Responsibilities:
- Assemble and test electromechanical assemblies and sub-assemblies for wind turbine components including installation, adhesive bonding, drilling, tapping, torqueing, lubricating and wiring
- Work from engineering drawings, work instructions, and wiring diagrams
- Efficiently use calibrated equipment and machinery as part of assembly processes
- Utilize various hand tools and other standard tools to complete work tasks
- Utilize the proper chemicals; must be able to understand safety data and shelf-life information
- Accurately inspect the condition of incoming hardware
- Follow EHS compliance for wind turbine assembly and test
- Perform complete and accurate quality documentation
- Assist in implementation of wind turbine documentation and process improvements
- Initiate and drive process improvements
- Operate forklift and crane
- Maintain manual or computerized records
- Must Adhere to and follow all safety procedures, i.e. lock-out/tag-out, report safety concerns, use appropriate PPE as required, and follow similar safety practices
Qualifications/Requirements:
- High School Diploma / General Education Degree (GED)
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
- Willing and able to work any shift and overtime including weekends
- Must be able to lift and carry at least 33 lbs and push and pull at least 50 lbs with or without reasonable accommodation
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time up to 95% of the shift with or without reasonable accommodation
- Must pass background and drug screens
Desired Characteristics:
- Manufacturing/mechanical experience using electrical and pneumatic air hand tools
- Understanding of basic mechanical and electrical theories
- Complete and maintain Characteristic Verification Plan (CVP) Certification
- Proven experience and willingness to be self-directed and identify improvement processes
- Ability and willingness to work effectively with others in a team setting
- Follow and promote safe work practices
- Communicate effectively with others
Additional Information
GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE 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 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: No
