Wind Hub Technician - TX16 (Hereford, TX Area)

GE Vernova

5d•$33 - $44

About The Position

GE Vernova’s Onshore Wind organization is expanding its field teams as wind power capacity grows. The Wind Hub Technician helps maintain optimal operation and output at wind sites through turbine operations, maintenance, safety, quality control, and warranty repairs. The technician works with site leadership to meet customer contract requirements and timelines, partnering and communicating with the Site Lead and Manager. The position covers wind sites within Texas Hub 16; the technician may be assigned to work at any site in the hub. The posting states that the role is not a travel position, though a separate footer labels it remote. Relocation assistance is provided. The technician works on electrical and mechanical equipment used in GE wind turbine generators, performs repairs and diagnostics, documents work using computer-based service reporting procedures, and responds to GE’s remote operations center when necessary. The role involves working with minimal supervision and requires regularly climbing towers over 300 feet and lifting repetitive weights up to 45 pounds unassisted.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, and either at least one year of experience as a Wind Technician or Wind Mechanic, or at least two years of work experience including hydraulic and electrical experience and experience using basic power hydraulic tools, plus passing a Technical Knowledge Assessment.
Basic computer skills.
Hold and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Ability and willingness to repeatedly lift up to 45 pounds unassisted and regularly climb towers over 300 feet.
Meet specified manufacturer 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 required for facility maintenance, with 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 wind turbine generator equipment.
Perform maintenance, repairs, or replacement of parts to correct malfunctions.
Troubleshoot complex mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues 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 completed work using computer-based service reporting procedures.
Work with and respond to GE’s remote operations center when necessary.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
Access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, 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 a challenging career environment.