Wind Hub Technician

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

📋 Description

• Fulfill contractual obligations and customer needs in collaboration with site and hub leadership.

• Conduct daily maintenance, repairs, or replacement of components on GE wind turbine generator systems.

• Diagnose intricate 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 regulations.

• Execute diagnostic electrical evaluations.

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

• Collaborate and respond to GE’s remote operations center as needed.

• Travel locally within the hub area.

• Collaborate and communicate with the Site Lead and Manager to fulfill contract obligations and timelines.

• Ensure optimal functionality and output of wind-site turbines.

⛳️ Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.

• At least 1 year of experience as a Wind Technician/Wind Mechanic, or completion of a Wind Certificate Program/Associate’s Degree in Energy, or 2 years of electrical work experience.

• Successful completion of a Technical Knowledge Assessment.

• Basic computer proficiency.

• Valid driver’s license, maintained throughout employment.

• Capacity to manage repetitive weights of up to 50 lbs. and climb towers up to 300 feet daily.

• Must meet specified manufacturer weight limits not exceeding 300 lbs. including necessary gear.

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

• Skill to prioritize tasks based on contract obligations.

• Initiative and ability to work independently without direct supervision.

• Flexibility to work rotating shifts and be on-call as needed by the site.

• Capability to work occasional overnight shifts as required by hub demands.

• Legally authorized to work in the United States.

• Successful completion of a drug screening, where applicable.

• Subject to enhanced security checks as mandated by clients.

• 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).

• Experience with hydraulic power tools (preferred).

• Familiarity with heavy equipment for facility maintenance and knowledge of crane and rigging requirements (preferred).

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.

• Access to a Health Coach from GE Vernova, 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 plan with company matching contributions 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, which may be pro-rated based on start date.

• Relocation assistance.

• Opportunities for professional development.

• Competitive compensation.

• Geographic salary differentials of 110%, 120%, or 130% in specific areas.