Wind Hub Technician - Oregon - Arlington, OR area

Position: Wind Hub Technician - Oregon 1 - Arlington, OR area

Wind Hub Technician – Oregon 1 – Arlington, OR area

Apply for the Wind Hub Technician – Oregon 1 – Arlington, OR area role at GE Vernova.

Job Description Summary

The Wind Hub Technician position requires local travel within the hub. The 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 technician partners and communicates with the Site Lead and Manager to execute contract requirements and timelines and ensures alignment with GE excellence.

Essential

Responsibilities

• Work with site & hub leadership to execute contractual obligations and activities on a daily basis, covering any portion of the 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; observe all safety requirements.
• Perform diagnostic electrical analysis when required.
• Document all work performed using computer‑based service reporting procedures.
• Collaborate with and respond to GE’s remote operations center when necessary.

Required Qualifications

• 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 2 years of electrical work experience.

Eligibility Requirements

• Passing a Technical Knowledge Assessment.
• Basic computer skills.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to handle repetitive weight up to 50 lbs and climb towers up to 300 feet daily.
• Meet specified manufacturer weight limits not to exceed 300 lbs including required gear.
• Willingness to work in a range of environments including industrial, manufacturing, and power industry facilities.
• Effectively prioritize work according to contract obligations.
• Take initiative and work without direct supervision.
• Flexible 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 and a working knowledge of crane and rigging requirements.

Additional Information

This is not a remote position. The work location for this position includes all wind sites within Hub Oregon 1. Applicants are expected to work at all sites within this hub and report to work at any site within the hub as assigned by the manager.

Relocation Assistance Provided:
Yes.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Drug Screening

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).

Benefits & Compensation

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 (which may be pro‑rated based on start date).

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Electric Power Generation

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