Wind Hub Technician - NE 1 (Elgin, Nebraska)

This Wind Hub Technician position requires local travel within the hub and plays a critical role in maintaining optimal function and output at the wind site. The technician works daily on turbine operations, safety, quality control, and warranty repairs, partnering with the Site Lead and Manager to execute contract requirements and timelines.

Responsibilities

• Work with site and hub leadership to execute contractual obligations per customer requirements, including electrical and mechanical equipment used in GE wind turbine generators.
• Perform maintenance, repair, or replacement of parts to correct malfunctions.
• Troubleshoot complex mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical problems on variable pitch and variable speed turbines.
• Assist in all areas of site operations as directed by the manager with minimal supervision, observing all 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.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Wind Technician/Wind Mechanic, or completion of a Wind Certificate Program/Associate’s Degree in Energy, or minimum of 2 years of electrical work experience.

Eligibility Requirements

• Passing a Technical Knowledge Assessment.
• Basic computer skills.
• Valid driver’s license (must maintain).
• Ability to handle repetitive weight of 50 lbs and climb towers up to 300 feet daily.
• Must meet specified manufacturer weight limits (not to exceed 300 lbs including required gear).
• Ability and willingness to work in industrial, manufacturing, or 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.

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 the Wind Farm.
• Wind turbine experience.
• Electrical, mechanical, and/or hydraulic experience.
• Experience using hydraulic power tools.
• Experience with heavy equipment required for facility maintenance, including working knowledge of crane and rigging requirements.

This is not a remote position. The work location includes all wind sites within Nebraska Hub 1, and you may be assigned to any site within this hub by your manager.

Pay

For U.S.-based positions, the base pay range is $32.95–$43.88 per hour. The company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120%, or 130% of salary in certain areas.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource.
• Employee Assistance Program (24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services).
• GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan (tax-advantaged 401(k) with company matching and 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 (may be pro-rated based on start date).

Relocation assistance provided.