Wind Hub Technician – IL3

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

📋 Description

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

• Maintain, repair, or replace electrical and mechanical systems utilized in GE wind turbine generators.

• Diagnose intricate mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues in variable-pitch and variable-speed turbines.

• Assist in all aspects of site operations as instructed by the manager, requiring minimal supervision.

• Adhere to all safety protocols.

• Conduct diagnostic electrical evaluations.

• Record work using computer-based service documentation procedures.

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

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

• Travel locally within the Charleston, Fithian, and Sibley hub.

• Execute daily turbine operations, safety checks, quality control, and warranty repairs.

⛳️ Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.

• At least 1 year of experience as a Wind Technician/Wind Mechanic, 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, to be maintained throughout employment.

• Capability to lift repetitive weights of 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 and ability to work in industrial, manufacturing, and power industry settings.

• Ability to prioritize tasks based on contract commitments.

• Initiative to work independently without direct supervision.

• Flexibility to work rotating shifts and on-call schedules as necessary.

• Occasional overnight travel may be required.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

• Successful completion of a drug screening, as applicable.

🏝️ Benefits

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

• Access to a Health Coach.

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

• GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan.

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

• Company contributions to retirement plans.

• Fidelity resources and access to financial planning consultants.

• Tuition assistance programs.

• Adoption assistance.

• Paid parental leave.

• Disability benefits.

• Life insurance coverage.

• 12 paid holidays annually.

• Two weeks of annual vacation for new hires (may be prorated based on start date).

• Relocation assistance available.

• Opportunities for professional development.

• Competitive salary and compensation package.