Senior Wind Hub Technician - MDC (Great Falls, Montana)

GE Vernova, Inc.; Montana; Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Relocation assistance provided

2 weeks annual vacation

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking a Sr. Wind Hub Technician to maintain and operate wind turbine sites across the hub, coordinating with site leadership and the remote operations center as needed. The role requires travel between wind sites and hands-on electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic work on turbines.

The position emphasizes safety, quality, and timely warranty repairs, with base pay in the U.S. market and comprehensive benefits described in the posting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical Knowledge Assessment must be passed.
• Wind turbine troubleshooting experience required.

Responsibilities

• Work with Hub Manager to perform contractual obligations on a daily basis including electrical and mechanical equipment in GE wind turbine generators.
• Perform maintenance, repair or replacement of parts to correct malfunctions.
• Troubleshoot complex mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical problems on variable pitch & variable speed turbines.
• Support site operations, scheduling, planning, and customer service under supervision.
• Perform diagnostic electrical analysis.
• Document all work using computer-based service reporting.
• Coordinate with GE’s remote operations center as needed.

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Sr. Wind Hub 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 Sr. Wind Technician partners and communicates with the Site Manager to execute on contract requirements and timelines and ensures alignment with GE excellence! The Sr. Wind Technician position requires local travel within the hub.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

• Work with Hub 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, and


• Ability to pass Technical Knowledge Assessment, and


• Minimum of 4 years of wind trouble-shooting experience, and at least 1 year EHS, SQC, Lead role, or


• Minimum of 6 years of wind trouble-shooting experience, or


• Minimum of 3 years of wind trouble-shooting experience AND Bachelor's Degree in relevant field.

Eligibility Requirements

• Passing a Technical Knowledge Assessment


• Basic computer skills


• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license


• Willingness to travel up to 100% of the time


• Ability and willingness to lift repetitive weight of up to 45 lbs. unassisted and climb towers of 300+ feet regularly


• Meet and maintain specified manufacturer weight limits not to exceed 300lbs including required gear


• Ability and willingness to work in range of environments to include but not limited to industrial facilities, manufacturing facilities, and power industry facilities


• Effectively prioritize work according to contract obligations


• Ability and willingness to take initiative, and work without direct supervision, and


• Flexibility to work rotating shift schedules, and on-call per site needs.


• Occasional overnights may be required per hub needs.

Desired Characteristics

• 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

Please note: This is not a remote position. The work location for this position includes all wind sites within MDC Hub. 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 $44.90 - 50.37. *

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on 09/17/2026.

Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and 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).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes