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GE Vernova

Builds equipment and software for electric power

Wind Hub Technician

Equipment Field ServiceUpdated on Nov 11
Full-timeUnited States$32.95 - $43.88

About the Job

Requirements

  • Have a high school diploma or GED.
  • Have at least one year of experience as a Wind Technician or Wind Mechanic, or have completed a Wind Certificate Program or an associate degree in Energy, or have two years of electrical work experience.
  • Pass a Technical Knowledge Assessment.
  • Have basic computer skills.
  • Have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
  • Be able to handle repetitive lifting of 50 pounds and climb towers up to 300 feet daily.
  • Meet manufacturer weight limits of no more than 300 pounds, including required gear.
  • Be able and willing to work in environments including industrial facilities, manufacturing facilities, and power industry facilities.
  • Effectively prioritize work according to contract obligations.
  • Be able and willing to take initiative and work without direct supervision.
  • Be flexible to work rotating shifts and be on call according to site needs.
  • Be willing to work occasional overnight assignments according to hub needs.

Responsibilities

  • Work with site and hub leadership to execute contractual obligations according to customer requirements and daily activities involving electrical and mechanical equipment used in GE wind turbine generators.
  • Perform maintenance, repairs, or parts replacement to correct malfunctions.
  • Troubleshoot complex mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical problems on variable-pitch and variable-speed turbines.
  • Support all areas of site operations as directed by the manager while observing safety requirements.
  • Perform diagnostic electrical analysis.
  • Document work performed using computer-based service reporting procedures.
  • Work with and respond to GE’s remote operations center when necessary.
  • Work at wind sites throughout Texas Hub 10 and report to assigned sites as directed by the manager.

Desired Qualifications

  • An associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a technical, electrical, or electronics field from an accredited college or university.
  • A technical certification in wind energy or an electrical or electronic field.
  • Experience working with a wide variety of personnel at all levels inside and outside the wind farm.
  • Wind turbine experience.
  • Ability and willingness to take initiative and work without direct supervision.
  • Electrical, mechanical, or hydraulic experience.
  • Experience using hydraulic power tools.
  • Experience with heavy equipment used for facility maintenance and working knowledge of crane and rigging requirements.

About the Company

GE Vernova

Builds equipment and software for electric power

GE Vernova makes equipment and software that generate and manage electricity for utilities, power producers, and industrial customers. Its Power, Wind, and Electrification businesses span gas turbines, wind generation, and the systems that move electricity across grids. The company supplies generators, grid equipment, and controls, while its software coordinates network operations and integrates changing sources of power. Customers buy equipment and enter service agreements for maintenance, upgrades, and technical support over its operating life, alongside purchases of software and related services. GE Vernova became an independent company in 2024 after separating from GE and is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
N/A
Total funding
$17.6M
Headquarters
Cambridge, MA
Founded
2024

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