Wind Hub Technician- Colorado1 (Sterling, CO)

GE Vernova

12d•$33 - $44•Onsite

About The Position

The Wind Hub Technician is responsible for maintaining optimal operation and output at wind sites through turbine operations, safety, quality control, and warranty repairs. The technician works with site and hub leadership to meet customer contract requirements and timelines, and communicates with the Site Lead and Manager. The role includes local travel among all wind sites within Hub CO1 and requires reporting to assigned sites. This is not a remote position, despite a conflicting remote-position tag in the posting. The work includes daily maintenance and troubleshooting of GE wind turbine generators and their electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic equipment. Technicians work with minimal supervision, follow safety requirements, document work using computer-based service reporting procedures, and respond to GE’s remote operations center when necessary. The schedule may involve rotating shifts, on-call work, occasional overnights, weekends during peak periods, and mandatory overtime. The base pay range for U.S.-based candidates is $32.95–$43.88. Relocation assistance is provided. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and either at least one year of wind technician experience or at least four years of work experience that includes hydraulic and electrical work and use of basic power hydraulic tools. Candidates must pass a Technical Knowledge Assessment and maintain a valid driver’s license. Physical requirements include repetitive lifting of 50 pounds, climbing towers up to 300 feet daily, and meeting the manufacturer’s weight limit of 300 pounds including required gear.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 1 year of experience as a Wind Technician, or at least 4 years of work experience inclusive of hydraulic and electrical experience and use of basic power hydraulic tools.
Pass a Technical Knowledge Assessment.
Have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Ability to handle repetitive weight of 50 pounds and climb towers up to 300 feet daily.
Meet and maintain specified manufacturer weight limits not exceeding 300 pounds, including required gear.
Ability and willingness to work in industrial, manufacturing, and power industry facilities.
Ability to prioritize work according to contract obligations.
Ability and willingness to take initiative and work without direct supervision.
Flexibility to work rotating shift schedules and be on call as needed by the site.
Ability to work weekends during peak times and when mandatory overtime is required; occasional overnight stays may be required.
Legally authorized to work in the United States.
Successful completion of a drug screen, as applicable.

Nice To Haves

Basic computer skills.
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

Carry out contractual obligations and daily activities according to customer requirements, in coordination with site and hub leadership.
Maintain, repair, or replace parts to correct equipment 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.
Work at all wind sites within Hub CO1 and report to assigned sites as directed by the manager.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
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 with a 401(k) savings opportunity and company matching and 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, potentially prorated based on start date
Relocation assistance
Professional development