Wind Hub Technician

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Texas.

📋 Description

• Travel locally within the designated hub

• Ensure optimal functionality and output at the wind site

• Conduct daily turbine operations, safety assessments, quality control, and warranty repairs

• Collaborate with site and hub leadership to fulfill contractual obligations and meet customer requirements

• Carry out maintenance, repairs, and part replacements to resolve malfunctions

• Diagnose complex mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues on variable-pitch and variable-speed turbines

• Assist in all facets of site operations as directed by the manager with minimal oversight

• Adhere to all safety protocols

• Execute diagnostic electrical evaluations

• Record all tasks using computer-based service reporting systems

• Coordinate with and respond to GE’s remote operations center when necessary

• Collaborate and communicate with the Site Lead and Manager regarding contract specifications and timelines

⛳️ Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED

• Over 1 year of experience as a Wind Technician/Wind Mechanic, or completion of a Wind Certificate Program/Associates Degree in Energy, or 2 years of electrical work experience

• Successful completion of a Technical Knowledge Assessment

• Basic computer proficiency

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license

• Ability to frequently lift 50 lbs. and climb towers up to 300 feet daily

• Must comply with specified manufacturer weight limits, not exceeding 300 lbs. including necessary gear

• Willingness to work in industrial, manufacturing, and power industry environments

• Capability to prioritize tasks based on contractual obligations

• Initiative and ability to work independently without direct supervision

• Flexibility to work rotating shifts and be on-call according to site requirements

• Occasional overnight work may be necessary

• Must be legally eligible to work in the United States

• Successful completion of a drug screening, if applicable

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in a Technical, Electrical, or Electronics field from an accredited institution (preferred)

• Technical Certification in Wind Energy or Electrical/Electronic field (preferred)

• Experience with wind turbines (preferred)

• Background in electrical, mechanical, and/or hydraulic systems (preferred)

• Familiarity with hydraulic power tools (preferred)

• Experience with heavy equipment for facility maintenance and understanding of crane and rigging requirements (preferred)

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage

• Access to Health Coach services, including a 24/7 nurse-based resource

• Employee Assistance Program offering 24/7 confidential assessments, counseling, and referral services

• GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan

• Tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions

• Company contributions to retirement plans

• Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants available

• Tuition assistance provided

• Adoption assistance available

• Paid parental leave offered

• Disability benefits included

• Life insurance coverage

• 12 paid holidays each year

• Two weeks of annual vacation for new hires, potentially prorated based on start date

• Relocation assistance available

• Opportunities for professional development

• Competitive salary

• Remote work option

• Geographic salary differential of 110%, 120%, or 130% in certain regions