Fort Stockton, TX Area)

GE Vernova

10d•Remote

About The Position

The Wind Hub Technician position requires local travel within the hub. The Wind Technician is a critical and active role to maintain optimal function and output at the wind site by working daily on turbine operations, safety, quality control and warranty repair(s). The Wind Technician partners and communicates with the Site Lead and Manager to execute on contract requirements and timelines and ensures alignment with GE excellence! Preferred location for this posting is Midland/Odessa/Fort Stockton, TX Area.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED, and Minimum of 1 year(s) experience as a Wind Technician/Wind Mechanic, or completed Wind Certificate Program/Associates Degree in Energy, or 2 years of electrical work experience
Eligibility Requirements Passing a Technical Knowledge Assessment
Basic computer skills
Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license
Handle repetitive weight - 50 lbs. and climb towers up to 300 feet daily
Meet specified manufacturer weight limits not to exceed 300lbs including required gear
Ability and willingness to work in range of environments to include but not limited to industrial facilities, manufacturing facilities, and power industry facilities
Effectively prioritize work according to contract obligations
Ability and willingness to take initiative, and work without direct supervision
Flexibility to work rotating shift schedules, and on-call per site needs. Occasional overnights may be required per 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 Electrical / Electronic field
Ability to work with a wide variety of personnel at all levels inside and outside of 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 required for facility maintenance with a working knowledge of crane and rigging requirements

Responsibilities

Work with site & hub leadership to execute contractual obligations per customer requirements and activities set forth with on a daily basis, which include any portion of the electrical and mechanical equipment used in the GE wind turbine generator
Perform maintenance, repair or replacement of parts to correct malfunctions
Troubleshoot complex mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical problems on variable pitch & variable speed turbines
Help in all areas of site operations as directed by manager with minimal supervision; observing all safety requirements
Perform some diagnostic electrical analysis
Document all work performed using computer based service reporting procedures and Work with and respond to GE’s remote operations center when necessary.

Benefits

medical
dental
vision
prescription drug coverage
access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as 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