Senior Wind Hub Technician -TX12 (Lubbock, TX)

GE Vernova; Texas; Hybrid; EUR 102,180,145 - 121,551,401; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

12 paid holidays

Two weeks vacation

Relocation assistance provided

Job summary

GE Vernova in the wind energy sector seeks a Senior Wind Hub Technician to maintain turbine operations, safety, quality control and warranty repair across hub sites. The role requires travel and collaboration with the Site Lead and Manager to meet contract requirements and timelines.

Ideal candidates bring wind trouble-shooting experience, technical knowledge, and the ability to work with diverse teams. Relocation support and comprehensive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to pass Technical Knowledge Assessment.
• 4+ years of wind trouble-shooting experience, or 5+ years with EHS/SQC/lead exposure.
• Passing a Technical Knowledge Assessment.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Work with site leadership to meet customer requirements and daily activities on turbines.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical problems on wind turbines.
• Read schematics, drawings, and manuals and follow procedures.
• Document all work using service reporting procedures.
• Support GE's remote operations center when needed and mentor peers.

Skills

Wind turbine troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical Certification in Wind Energy or Electrical/Electronic field

Job description

Job Description Summary

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!

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

• Work with site/hub leadership to execute contractual obligations per customer requirements and activities set forth 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

Requirements

• 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

Please note: This is not a remote position. The work location for this position includes all wind sites within Hub TX 12. 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 $40.72 - $48.44.

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 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.

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on 7/14/2026.