Senior Wind Hub Technician- TX 6 (Windthorst, TX Area)

A01098 GE Vernova International LLC; United States; Remote; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Prescription drug coverage

Health Coach 24/7 nurse-based resource

401(k) with company matching

Tuition assistance

Paid holidays

Two weeks paid vacation

Job summary

GE Vernova’s Onshore Wind Services team is expanding, seeking a Senior Wind Hub Technician to operate on wind sites with a strong leadership mindset. The role involves daily turbine operations, safety and warranty repairs, and collaboration with Site Lead and Manager to meet contract timelines.

The candidate will travel within the hub, with 100% travel readiness and ability to work across multiple wind sites. Base pay, benefits, and relocation support are provided by GE Vernova.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of wind troubleshooting experience and ability to pass a Technical Knowledge Assessment.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel up to 100%.
• Ability to climb towers up to 300 feet and lift 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Execute contractual obligations at wind sites per customer requirements.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues on wind turbines.
• Read, understand and explain schematics, drawings, manuals and procedures.
• Adhere to Environmental Health & Safety processes and regulations.

Skills

Wind turbine troubleshooting

Electrical & mechanical diagnostics

Safety compliance

Leadership ability

Willingness to travel

Education

Associate/Bachelor’s Degree in Technical/Electrical/Electronics

Technical Certification in Wind Energy or Electrical/Electronic field

Job description

Job Description Summary

GE’s Vernova’s Onshore Wind Services team is growing fast and will continue to rise steadily in the coming years. As we grow and develop new and existing wind sites, Digital Services has an ongoing need to build our field teams with the right individuals that possess a strong leadership capability, willingness to learn, contribute and grow. As part of the GE family, training and development, safety, and career progression lead our initiatives to provide opportunity and expansion in all areas.

Role Summary/Purpose

The Senior Wind Hub Technician position requires local travel within the hub. The Senior 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, safety, quality control and warranty repair(s). The Senior Wind Hub Technician partners and communicates with the Site Lead and Manager to execute on contract requirements and timelines and ensures alignment with GE excellence!

Essential Responsibilities

• Work with site/hub leadership 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;


• Apply extensive understanding of variable pitch & speed turbines and converter parts;


• Read, understand and explain schematics, drawings, technical manuals, procedures, and regulations.


• Adhere to all Environmental Health and Safety processes and regulations and all applicable compliance requirements;


• Troubleshoot complex mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical problems on variable pitch & variable speed turbines;


• Help in all areas of site operations as directed by manager with minimal supervision, observing all safety requirements;


• Effectively perform diagnostic analysis and generate plan for timely resolution and;


• Document all work performed using computer-based service reporting procedures and work with and respond to GE’s remote operations center when necessary.


• Help in all areas of site operations as directed by manager, and mentor peers;

Qualifications/Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED, and Ability to pass Technical Knowledge Assessment, and 4+ years of wind trouble-shooting experience, and 1+ year EHS, SQC, Lead role, or 5+ years of wind trouble-shooting experience, and 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;


• Handle repetitive weight - 50 lbs. and climb towers up to 300 feet daily;


• 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;

Location & Travel

This is not a remote position. The work location for this position includes all wind sites within Hub TX6. 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.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and 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).

Relocation Assistance

Provided: Yes.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Legal & Compliance

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). Candidates should be aware that this role involves a client's critical infrastructure; shortlisted candidates would therefore be subject to heightened security checks as directed by our clients. All personal data will be handled with the utmost confidentiality and in accordance with our data protection policies, solely for recruitment and security purposes.

Our Mission

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.