Wind Hub Technician TX16

GE Vernova

3d•Remote

About The Position

The Wind Technician travels locally within the hub and helps maintain optimal operation and output at the wind site. The role involves daily turbine operations, safety, quality control, and warranty repairs. The technician partners and communicates with the Site Lead and Manager to meet contract requirements and timelines and align work with GE standards. The position works with site and hub leadership on contractual obligations and customer requirements, including work on electrical and mechanical equipment used in GE wind turbine generators. It also involves maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, diagnostic analysis, service documentation, and responding to GE’s remote operations center when needed. The role requires working with minimal supervision, following safety requirements, handling physically demanding tasks, and flexibility for rotating shifts, on-call work, and occasional overnight stays. This is a remote position requiring local travel within the hub. Relocation assistance is provided. GE Vernova offers professional development and competitive compensation, along with the benefits described in the posting.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least one 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 two years of electrical work experience.
Pass a Technical Knowledge Assessment.
Basic computer skills.
Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Ability to handle repetitive weight of 50 pounds and climb towers up to 300 feet daily.
Must meet manufacturer weight limits of no more than 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 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 required for facility maintenance and working knowledge of crane and rigging requirements.

Responsibilities

Work with site and hub leadership to meet contractual obligations and customer requirements, including work on 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 and while observing safety requirements.
Perform diagnostic electrical analysis.
Document work using computer-based service reporting procedures.
Work with and respond to GE’s remote operations center when necessary.
Prioritize work effectively according to contract obligations.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
Access to 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 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.