Wind Hub Technician

GE Vernova

6d•$33 - $44•Onsite

About The Position

The Wind Technician performs local travel within the hub and helps maintain optimal wind site function and output through daily turbine operations, safety, quality control, and warranty repairs. The technician works with site and hub leadership to meet customer contract requirements and timelines, and communicates with the Site Lead and Manager to ensure alignment with GE standards. The role supports electrical and mechanical equipment used in GE wind turbine generators, troubleshoots turbine issues, documents completed work, and may coordinate with GE’s remote operations center. The position is not remote according to the job description’s work-location notice: the technician works at wind sites within Hub ME1 and reports to assigned sites as directed by a manager. The posting also includes a conflicting “#LI-Remote” label stating that it is a remote position.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 1 year of experience as a Wind Technician or Wind Mechanic, or completion of a Wind Certificate Program or an Associate’s Degree in Energy, or 2 years of electrical work experience.
Pass a Technical Knowledge Assessment.
Basic computer skills.
Valid driver’s license, which must be maintained.
Ability to handle repetitive weight of 50 pounds and climb towers up to 300 feet daily.
Meet manufacturer weight limits not exceeding 300 pounds, including required gear.
Ability and willingness to work in a range of 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 overnight stays may be required according to hub needs.

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 and working knowledge of crane and rigging requirements.

Responsibilities

Work with site and hub leadership to execute contractual obligations and customer requirements on a daily basis, including work on electrical and mechanical equipment used in GE wind turbine generators.
Perform maintenance, repairs, or parts replacement to correct malfunctions.
Troubleshoot complex mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical problems on variable-pitch and variable-speed turbines.
Assist in all areas of site operations as directed by the manager, with minimal supervision, while observing safety requirements.
Perform diagnostic electrical analysis.
Document all work using computer-based service reporting procedures.
Work with and respond to GE’s remote operations center when necessary.
Prioritize work according to contract obligations.
Work at wind sites within Hub ME1 and report to assigned sites as directed by the manager.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and 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, including a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity 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, which may be prorated based on start date.
Relocation assistance.
Professional development opportunities.