Wind Hub Technician - TX16 (Hereford, TX)

GE Vernova

5d•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 works on turbine operations, safety, quality control, and warranty repairs, partnering with the Site Lead and Manager to meet contract requirements and timelines and align with GE standards. The technician performs work on electrical and mechanical equipment used in GE wind turbine generators, diagnoses and corrects equipment problems, records work using computer-based service reporting, and communicates with GE’s remote operations center when needed. The position is remote, with local travel within the hub, rotating shifts, on-call work, and occasional overnight stays as site needs require.

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 degree in Energy, or two years of electrical work experience.
Pass a Technical Knowledge Assessment.
Basic computer skills.
Valid driver’s license that must be maintained.
Ability to handle repetitive weights 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 environments including industrial, manufacturing, and power industry facilities.
Ability and willingness to work rotating shift schedules and be on call according to site needs.
Flexibility to travel locally within the hub; 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 and working knowledge of crane and rigging requirements.

Responsibilities

Execute contractual obligations and customer requirements with site and hub leadership, including daily work on electrical and mechanical wind turbine generator equipment.
Maintain, repair, or replace parts to correct malfunctions.
Troubleshoot complex mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical problems on variable-pitch and variable-speed turbines.
Assist with all areas of site operations as directed by the manager, observing safety requirements and working 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.
Prioritize work according to contract obligations and take initiative without direct supervision.

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 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 and competitive compensation.