Wind Hub Technician

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

📋 Description

• Fulfill contractual commitments in accordance with customer specifications and daily site and hub operations.

• Maintain, repair, or substitute components to rectify issues in GE wind turbine generator systems.

• Diagnose intricate mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical challenges on variable-pitch and variable-speed turbines.

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

• Adhere to all safety protocols.

• Conduct diagnostic electrical assessments.

• Record all tasks using computer-based service reporting systems.

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

• Partner and communicate with the Site Lead and Manager to fulfill contract obligations and deadlines.

• Travel locally within the hub.

⛳️ Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED with at least 1 year of experience as a Wind Technician/Wind Mechanic, or completed Wind Certificate Program/Associate’s Degree in Energy, or 2 years of electrical work experience.

• Successful completion of a Technical Knowledge Assessment.

• Fundamental computer skills.

• A valid driver’s license that must be maintained.

• Capability to manage repetitive lifting of 50 lbs.

• Ability to ascend towers up to 300 feet on a daily basis.

• Must comply with manufacturer weight restrictions not exceeding 300 lbs., inclusive of required gear.

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

• Capacity to prioritize tasks based on contract commitments.

• Initiative to work independently without direct supervision.

• Flexibility to undertake rotating shifts and on-call schedules.

• Availability for occasional overnight shifts as needed by the hub.

• Legally authorized to work in the United States.

• Successful completion of a drug screening, if applicable.

• An Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in a Technical, Electrical, or Electronics field is preferred.

• Technical Certification in Wind Energy or Electrical/Electronic field is preferred.

• Experience with wind turbines.

• Background in electrical, mechanical, and/or hydraulic systems.

• Familiarity with hydraulic power tools.

• Knowledge of heavy equipment for facility maintenance and crane and rigging requirements.

🏝️ Benefits

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

• Medical insurance coverage.

• Dental insurance coverage.

• Vision insurance coverage.

• Prescription drug coverage.

• Access to a Health Coach from GE Vernova.

• 24/7 nurse-based assistance resource.

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

• GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan.

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

• Company contributions to retirement plans.

• Resources and financial planning consultations through Fidelity.

• Tuition assistance programs.

• Adoption assistance.

• Paid parental leave.

• Disability insurance benefits.

• Life insurance coverage.

• 12 paid holidays.

• Two weeks of annual vacation, potentially pro-rated based on the start date.

• Relocation assistance available.

• Opportunities for training and development.

• Professional development programs.

• Competitive salary and compensation.