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GE Vernova

Wind Hub Technician - TX 16 (Hereford, TX area)

RemoteUnited States only
Published
Role
Unknown
Experience
Mid
$31.68–$42.2/hr
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The Wind 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 Wind Technician partners and communicates with the Site Lead and Manager to execute on contract requirements and timelines and ensures alignment with GE excellence!

Core skills

GE wind turbine generator/electrical equipment/mechanical equipment

Required skills

variable pitch turbines/variable speed turbinesdiagnostic electrical analysis/computer based service reportingbasic computer skillshydraulic power tools/heavy equipment/crane and rigging

Optional skills

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in a Technical, Electrical, or Electronics fieldTechnical Certification in Wind Energy or Electrical / Electronic fieldWind turbine experienceElectrical, mechanical, and/or hydraulic experienceExperience using hydraulic power toolsExperience with heavy equipment required for facility maintenance with a working knowledge of crane and rigging requirements

What you'll do

  • 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
  • Perform maintenance, repair or replacement of parts to correct malfunctions
  • 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
  • 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

What they require

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Minimum of 1 year(s) experience as a Wind Technician/Wind Mechanic, or completed Wind Certificate Program/Associates Degree in Energy, or 2 years of electrical work experience
  • Passing a Technical Knowledge Assessment
  • Must have and maintain a valid driver's license
  • Handle repetitive weight - 50 lbs. and climb towers up to 300 feet daily
  • Meet 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
  • Flexibility to work rotating shift schedules, and on-call per site needs
  • Occasional overnights may be required per hub needs

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
  • access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
  • tuition assistance
  • adoption assistance
  • paid parental leave
  • disability benefits
  • life insurance
  • 12 paid holidays
  • two weeks of annual vacation (which may be pro-rated based on start date)

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$31.68–$42.2/hr