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GE Vernova

Builds equipment and software for electric power

Wind Technician

Equipment Field ServiceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeUnited States$32.95 - $43.88

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or GED, plus one or more years of experience as a Wind Technician or Wind Mechanic, completion of a Wind Certificate Program or an associate’s degree in Energy, or two years of electrical work experience.
  • Pass a Technical Knowledge Assessment.
  • Have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
  • Handle repetitive lifting of 50 pounds and climb towers up to 300 feet daily.
  • Meet specified manufacturer weight limits not exceeding 300 pounds including required gear.
  • Be able and willing to work in industrial, manufacturing, 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 shift schedules and be on call according to site needs.
  • Occasional overnight stays may be required according to hub needs.
  • Be legally authorized to work in the United States.
  • Successfully complete a drug screen, as applicable.

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 the wind turbine generator.
  • Perform maintenance, repair, or replacement of parts to correct malfunctions.
  • Troubleshoot complex mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical problems on variable-pitch and variable-speed turbines.
  • Help in all areas of site operations as directed by the manager, with minimal supervision, while observing safety requirements.
  • Perform 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.
  • Travel locally within the hub, including Charleston, Fithian, and Sibley, and work at assigned wind sites within Hub IL3.

Desired Qualifications

  • An 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 an electrical/electronic field.
  • Ability to work 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, and/or hydraulic experience.
  • Experience using hydraulic power tools.
  • Experience with heavy equipment required for facility maintenance, with 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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