Lead Wind Turbine Technician - Colorado Highlands (Fleming, CO)
GE Vernova
**Job Description Summary**
The Lead Wind Hub Technician is a critical and active role to maintain optimal function and output at the wind site by working daily on turbine operations, planning, required maintenance, safety, quality control, warranty repair(s) and customer service. The Lead Wind Technician partners and communicates with the Site Manager to execute on contract requirements and timelines and ensures alignment with GE excellence! The Wind Technician position requires local travel within the hub.
**Job Description**
Essential Responsibilities
As the Lead Wind Hub Technician you will:
+ Work with Hub Manager 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
+ Support in all areas of site operations as directed by manager with minimal supervision including daily schedules and planning, supporting tech development, overall site leadership and customer service
+ 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
Qualifications/Requirements
+ High School Diploma or GED; and
+ Passing a Technical Knowledge Assessment, and
+ Internal; 2+ year work experience as a Wind Technician, or
+ External; 4+ years of electrical and leadership work experience.
Eligibility Requirements
+ 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 range of environments to include but not limited to industrial facilities, manufacturing facilities, and power industry facilities
+ Flexibility to work rotating shift schedules, and on-call per site needs
+ Customer service experience with effective communication skills
+ The Wind Technician position requires local travel within the hub
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 of 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 a working knowledge of crane and rigging requirements
The base pay range for this position is $33.70 - $40.30. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for annual merit increases based on performance. This posting is expected to close on 5/23/25 or thereafter.
Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, 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 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 planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.
General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
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GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_10\_20.pdf) . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
**Relocation Assistance Provided:** Yes
\#LI-Remote - This is a remote position
Application Deadline: May 23, 2025
GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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