Wind Hub Technician - WY 1 (Casper, WY)

GE Vernova•Hills, IA

11d•$33 - $44•Onsite

About The Position

The Wind Technician travels locally within Hub WY1 and works at wind sites across the hub as assigned by the manager. This role maintains wind-site operations and output through daily turbine operations, safety practices, quality control, and warranty repairs. The technician works with site and hub leadership to meet customer contract obligations and timelines, and may work with GE’s remote operations center when needed. The role involves maintenance and repair of electrical and mechanical equipment in GE wind turbine generators, troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues, performing diagnostic electrical analysis, and recording work through computer-based service reporting procedures. The technician works with minimal supervision, follows safety requirements, and must be flexible to rotating shift schedules and on-call needs. Occasional overnight travel may be required. This is not a remote position; the posting also contains a conflicting “#LI-Remote” label.

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 is maintained.
Ability to handle repetitive lifting of 50 pounds and climb towers up to 300 feet daily.
Ability to meet manufacturer weight limits of no more than 300 pounds, including required gear.
Ability and willingness to work in 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 as needed.

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

Work with site and hub leadership to carry out contractual obligations and customer requirements.
Maintain, repair, or replace parts to correct malfunctions in turbine equipment.
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 in accordance with 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 according to contract obligations.
Work rotating shifts and be available on call according to site needs.
Travel to and work at wind sites within Hub WY1 as assigned; occasional overnight stays may be required.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Prescription drug coverage
Access to GE Vernova 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, potentially prorated based on start date
Relocation assistance
Professional development