Wind Hub Technician - TX 10 (Amarillo, TX Area)

GE Vernova

6d•$32 - $42

About The Position

GE Vernova’s Onshore Wind business is expanding its field teams to support growing wind power capacity and existing and new wind sites. The Wind Hub Technician maintains optimal wind-site function and output by performing turbine operations, maintenance, safety and quality-control activities, and warranty repairs. The technician works with site leadership to meet contract requirements and timelines and may be assigned to any wind site within Hub X. The position is not a travel position; the posting contains both a statement that the work is not remote and a later remote-position label. The role involves working on electrical and mechanical components of GE wind turbine generators; maintaining, repairing, or replacing parts; troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues on variable-pitch and variable-speed turbines; performing some diagnostic electrical analysis; recording work through computer-based service reporting; and responding to GE’s remote operations center when needed. Work is performed with minimal supervision and may include rotating shifts and on-call assignments according to site needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 1 year of experience as a Wind Technician or Wind Mechanic; alternatively, at least 2 years of work experience including hydraulic and electrical experience and use of basic power hydraulic tools, plus passing a Technical Knowledge Assessment.
Basic computer skills.
Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Ability and willingness to repeatedly lift up to 45 pounds without assistance and regularly climb towers over 300 feet.
Meet manufacturer-specified weight limits, not exceeding 300 pounds including required gear.
Understand electrical schematic drawings, technical manuals, procedures, and regulations.
Ability and willingness to work in a range of environments, including industrial, manufacturing, and power-industry facilities.
Flexibility to work rotating shift schedules and be on call according to site 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.
Ability and willingness to take initiative and work without direct supervision.
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 leadership to fulfill contractual obligations and customer requirements, including daily activities involving electrical and mechanical equipment used in GE wind turbine generators.
Perform maintenance, repair, or replacement of parts 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.
Perform diagnostic electrical analysis.
Document work using computer-based service-reporting procedures.
Work with and respond to GE’s remote operations center when necessary.
Work at wind sites within Hub X and report to assigned sites as directed by the manager.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
Access to a 24/7 nurse-based Health Coach resource.
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan with a 401(k) savings opportunity, company matching contributions, 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 and career opportunities.