R5056066 Wind Hub Technician - ND1 (Glen Ullin, ND)

A01098 GE Vernova International LLC; United States; Remote; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plan with company match

Paid holidays

Job summary

GE Vernova, Inc. is seeking a Wind Energy Technician to maintain optimal turbine performance across multiple wind sites. You will collaborate with the Site Manager, perform routine maintenance, diagnose electrical and mechanical issues, and ensure safety and quality standards are met.

The role requires climbing towers, operating hydraulic tools, and coordinating with GE’s remote operations center. A technical wind energy background and validdriver’s license are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 1+ year experience as a Wind Technician/Wind Mechanic, or completed Wind Certificate Program/Associate’s Degree in Energy.
• 2 years of electrical work experience.
• Passing a Technical Knowledge Assessment.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Handle repetitive weight - 50 lbs, and climb towers up to 300 feet daily.
• Meet specified manufacturer weight limits not to exceed 300lbs including required gear.
• Understand electrical schematic drawings, technical manuals, procedures, and regulations.
• Ability and willingness to work in a range of environments including industrial and power facilities.
• Flexibility to work rotating shifts and on-call per site needs.
• Technical Certification in Wind Energy or Electrical / Electronic field.
• Wind turbine experience.
• Ability to work with a wide variety of personnel at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Work with site Manager to execute contractual obligations per customer requirements and activities set forth daily.
• Perform maintenance, repair or replacement of parts to correct malfunctions.
• Troubleshoot complex mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical problems on variable pitch & variable speed turbines.
• Support in all areas of site operations with minimal supervision including daily schedules and planning.
• Perform some diagnostic electrical analysis.
• Document all work performed using computer based service reporting procedures.
• Work with and respond to GE’s remote operations center when necessary.

Skills

Customer service

Effective communication

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a technical field

Technical wind energy certification

Tools

Hydraulic power tools

Crane and rigging knowledge

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Wind Energy Technician is a critical and active role to maintain optimal function and output at the wind site by working daily on turbine operations, planning, required maintenance, safety, quality control, warranty repair(s) and customer service. The Technician partners and communicates with the Site Manager to execute on contract requirements and timelines and ensures alignment with GE excellence!

Essential Responsibilities

• Work with site Manager to execute contractual obligations per customer requirements and activities set forth with on a daily basis, which include any portion of the electrical and mechanical equipment used in the GE wind turbine generator
• Perform maintenance, repair or replacement of parts to correct malfunctions
• Troubleshoot complex mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical problems on variable pitch & variable speed turbines
• Support in all areas of site operations as directed by manager with minimal supervision including daily schedules and planning, supporting tech development, overall site leadership and customer service
• Perform some diagnostic electrical analysis
• Document all work performed using computer based service reporting procedures
• Work with and respond to GE’s remote operations center when necessary

Qualifications/Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1+ year(s) experience as a Wind Technician/Wind Mechanic, or completed Wind Certificate Program/Associate’s Degree in Energy
• 2 years of electrical work experience
• Passing a Technical Knowledge Assessment
• Basic computer skills
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license
• Handle repetitive weight - 50 lbs, and climb towers up to 300 feet daily
• Meet specified manufacturer weight limits not to exceed 300lbs including required gear
• Understand electrical schematic drawings, technical manuals, procedures, and regulations
• Ability and willingness to work in range of environments to include but not limited to industrial facilities, manufacturing facilities, and power industry facilities
• Flexibility to work rotating shift schedules, and on-call per site needs
• Customer service experience with effective communication skills
• 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 Electrical / Electronic field
• Ability to work with a wide variety of personnel at all levels inside and outside of the Wind Farm
• Wind turbine experience
• Ability and willingness to take initiative, and work without direct supervision
• Electrical, mechanical, and/or hydraulic experience
• Experience using hydraulic power tools
• Experience with heavy equipment required for facility maintenance with a working knowledge of crane and rigging requirements

Job Launch Pay transparency

This is not a remote position. The work location for this position includes all wind sites within Hub ND1. You are expected to work at all sites within this Hub and report to work at any site within this Hub as assigned by your manager. For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the base pay for this position is $32.95 - $43.88. This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on 11/09/2026.

Benefits

• medical coverage
• dental coverage
• vision coverage
• prescription drug coverage
• access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
• access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
• Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
• Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance and 12 paid holidays
• New hires also receive two weeks of annual vacation (which may be pro-rated based on start date)

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, "GE Vernova") sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs. GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.

GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Addressing the climate crisis is an urgent global priority and we take our responsibility seriously. That is our singular mission at GE Vernova: continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to help decarbonize it. If we want our energy future to be different…we must be different. Our mission is embedded in our name. We retain our treasured legacy, "GE", in our name as an enduring and hard earned badge of quality and ingenuity. "Ver" / "verde" signal Earth’s verdant and lush ecosystems. "Nova," from the Latin "novus," nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy that GE Vernova will help deliver. Together, we have The Energy to Change the World. www.gevernova.com