Senior Wind Hub Technician- TX 6 (Windthorst, TX Area)

GE Vernova

7d • $45 - $50 • Onsite

About The Position

GE Vernova’s Onshore Wind Services team is expanding its field teams to support wind sites. The Senior Wind Hub Technician is a hands-on role responsible for maintaining wind-site turbine operations, safety, quality control, and warranty repairs. The technician works with site leadership to meet contract requirements and timelines, and may work at any wind site within Hub TX6 as assigned by a manager. Local travel within the hub is required; the posting also states willingness to travel up to 100% of the time. The role includes troubleshooting and maintaining electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic turbine equipment, documenting work using computer-based service procedures, and responding to GE’s remote operations center when needed. The technician works with minimal supervision and mentors peers. This is not a remote position according to the job description, although a later line labels it remote.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Pass a Technical Knowledge Assessment.
• Either 4 or more years of wind troubleshooting experience and at least 1 year in an EHS, SQC, or lead role, or 5 or more years of wind troubleshooting experience.
• Basic computer skills.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Willingness to travel up to 100% of the time.
• Ability to handle repetitive weight of 50 pounds and climb towers up to 300 feet daily.
• Meet and maintain manufacturer weight limits not exceeding 300 pounds, including required gear.
• Ability and willingness to work in environments including industrial, manufacturing, and power-industry facilities.
• Ability and willingness to take initiative and work without direct supervision.
• Flexibility to work rotating shift schedules and be on call according to site needs.
• Occasional overnights may be required.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a technical, electrical, or electronics field from an accredited college or university.
• Technical certification in wind energy or an electrical/electronic field.
• Ability to work with a wide variety of personnel at all levels inside and outside the wind farm.
• Wind turbine experience.
• Electrical, mechanical, and/or hydraulic experience.
• Experience using hydraulic power tools.
• Experience with heavy equipment required for facility maintenance and working knowledge of crane and rigging requirements.

Responsibilities

• Work with site or hub leadership to execute contractual obligations and daily customer requirements involving electrical and mechanical equipment used in GE wind turbine generators.
• Apply understanding of variable-pitch and variable-speed turbines and converter parts.
• Read, understand, and explain schematics, drawings, technical manuals, procedures, and regulations.
• Follow Environmental Health and Safety processes, regulations, and applicable compliance requirements.
• Troubleshoot complex mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical problems on variable-pitch and variable-speed turbines.
• Support site operations as directed by the manager, with minimal supervision and adherence to safety requirements.
• Perform diagnostic analysis and develop plans for timely resolution.
• Document work performed using computer-based service reporting procedures.
• Work with and respond to GE’s remote operations center when necessary.
• Mentor peers.
• Prioritize work according to contract obligations.
• Work rotating shift schedules and be on call as required by site needs.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Prescription drug coverage
• Access to GE Vernova Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
• Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services
• GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan with a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity
• Company matching and company retirement contributions
• Access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
• Tuition assistance
• Adoption assistance
• Paid parental leave
• Disability benefits
• Life insurance
• 12 paid holidays
• Two weeks of annual vacation for new hires, potentially prorated based on start date
• Relocation assistance
• Professional development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED