Senior Wind Hub Technician - TX16 (Hereford, TX Area)

GE Vernova

5d•$45 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Wind Hub Technician travels locally within Texas Hub 16 and works across the hub’s wind sites as assigned. This role maintains wind-site function and output through daily turbine operations, safety practices, quality control, and warranty repairs. The technician partners with site leadership and management to meet contract requirements and timelines, troubleshoot turbine systems, document work, and respond to GE’s remote operations center when needed. The posting says the work location includes all wind sites within Texas Hub 16 and also states that the role is not remote, despite a conflicting remote-position tag later in the posting.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Pass a Technical Knowledge Assessment.
Meet one of the following experience pathways: at least 4 years of wind troubleshooting experience and at least 1 year in EHS, SQC, or a lead role; at least 6 years of wind troubleshooting experience; or at least 3 years of wind troubleshooting experience and a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
Basic computer skills.
Valid driver’s license, maintained throughout employment.
Willingness to travel up to 100% of the time.
Ability and willingness to lift repetitive weights of up to 45 pounds without assistance and regularly climb towers over 300 feet tall.
Meet and maintain manufacturer-specified weight limits, not exceeding 300 pounds including required gear.
Ability and willingness to work in varied environments, including industrial, manufacturing, and power-industry facilities.
Ability to prioritize work according to contract obligations.
Ability and willingness to take initiative and work without direct supervision.
Flexibility to work rotating shifts and be on call according to site needs.
Occasional overnight stays 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 used for facility maintenance, with working knowledge of crane and rigging requirements.

Responsibilities

Work with site and hub leadership to carry out contractual obligations and customer requirements, including work on electrical and mechanical equipment used in GE wind turbine generators.
Apply knowledge 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.
Assist with site operations as directed by the manager, with minimal supervision and while observing safety requirements.
Perform diagnostic analysis and develop plans for timely resolution.
Document work using computer-based service reporting procedures.
Work with and respond to GE’s remote operations center when necessary.
Assist with site operations as directed and mentor peers.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Prescription drug coverage
Health Coach access, including a 24/7 nurse-based resource
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan (401(k)) with 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