Major Correctives Technical Specialist - WIND

GE Vernova

Schenectady, United States

Full Time

Posted August 13, 2026

$104k - $104k

Power Generation

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Freshness: Open in the current public read path; this is not an employer guarantee.Last observed October 4, 2026
Classification: Modern power-system classification not yet published for this listing.Legacy source industry field: Power Generation
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Job Description

The Major Correctives Technical Specialist is responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating technical training programs and field capability initiatives for North America teams performing major component upgrades and blade repair operations.

Requirements

Lead evaluations of technical capability for field employees through hands-on assessments, observations, qualification reviews, and performance validation
Develop and maintain consistent evaluation criteria for major component and blade repair skill sets
Assess readiness of technicians and crews for specific work scopes, campaigns, or advanced responsibilities
Identify technical skill gaps, training deficiencies, and qualification risks that could impact safety, quality, or execution performance
Provide feedback to field leaders and operations leadership regarding workforce capability, readiness, and development priorities
Support qualification tracking and documentation in alignment with business requirements
High school diploma or GED
Minimum of 7 years in wind services, technical field operations, turbine maintenance, major component work, blade repair, or related industrial service activities
Willingness and ability to travel 50% to field sites across North America
Valid driver’s license
Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a technical, engineering, industrial, or education-related field
Demonstrated hands-on technical experience in major component exchange, major component upgrades, blade repair, or other complex field corrective work
Experience developing, delivering, or supporting technical training, workforce development, or field instruction
Strong understanding of field procedures, technical standards, safe work practices, and quality expectations in a wind or industrial field environment
Ability to evaluate technical skills and provide practical coaching and feedback
Experience as a technical instructor, field trainer, lead technician, subject matter expert, or field quality / technical support resource
Deep technical knowledge in one or more of the following: Up -tower corrective repair, Blade repair methods, Retrofit execution, Gearbox / generator / main bearing work, OR Major component exchange
Experience building training materials, qualification programs, or technical standards
Familiarity with adult learning principles and field-based instructional methods
Experience conducting hands-on evaluations, qualification signoffs, or technical audits
Ability to work across operations, engineering, and training functions in a matrixed environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Relevant wind industry, rope access, blade repair, or technical certifications are a plus