Wind Hub Technician - OK

About Us

GE’s Onshore Wind business has a total installed base of more than 50,000 wind turbines in more than 35 counties, with 100+ GW of global installed capacity. We harness increased onshore wind energy potential through a broad family of turbines that are uniquely suited for a variety of wind environments, including Cypress, GE’s most powerful onshore wind turbine, and GE’s 2MW platform, which has more than 20GW installed and in operation today.

We are committed to our customers’ success in wind, offering a broad portfolio of products and services that make renewables the energy of choice for a cleaner future.

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, required maintenance, safety, quality control and warranty repair(s). The Wind Technician partners and communicates with the Site Lead and Manager to execute contract requirements and timelines and ensures alignment with GE excellence!

Wind Technician – Balko (Balko, OK)

• Work with site leadership to execute contractual obligations per customer requirements on a daily basis, covering 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.
• Assist in all areas of site operations as directed by the manager with minimal supervision.
• 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.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Passing a Technical Knowledge Assessment.
• 1+ year(s) experience as a Wind Technician/Wind Mechanic, or completed Wind Certificate Program/Associate’s Degree in Energy, or 2 years of electrical work experience.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Handle repetitive weight of ~50 lbs, and climb towers up to 300 feet daily.
• Meet specified manufacturer weight limits not to exceed 300lbs including required gear.
• Understand electrical schematic drawings, technical manuals, procedures, and regulations.
• Ability and willingness to work in a range of environments including industrial, manufacturing, and power industry facilities.
• Flexibility to work rotating shift schedules, and on-call per site needs.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in a Technical, Electrical, or Electronics field from an accredited college or university (desired).
• Technical Certification in Wind Energy or Electrical / Electronic field (desired).
• Ability to work with a wide variety of personnel at all levels inside and outside of the Wind Farm.
• Wind turbine experience (desired).
• Ability and willingness to take initiative, and work without direct supervision (desired).
• Electrical, mechanical, and/or hydraulic experience (desired).
• Experience using hydraulic power tools (desired).
• Experience with heavy equipment required for facility maintenance with a working knowledge of crane and rigging requirements (desired).

Yes – This is a remote position.

• The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.

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 (pro‑rated based on start date).