Wind Hub Technician (Criterion, Maryland)

Job Description Summary

The Wind Technician position requires local travel within the hub. 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!

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities           

As the Wind Technician you will:

• 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 and

• Work with and respond to GE’s remote operations center when necessary.

Qualifications/Requirements   

·       High School Diploma or GED, and

• 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, and

  • Passing a Technical Knowledge Assessment, and

  • Basic computer skills

 

Requirements

• 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, and

• Flexibility to work rotating shift schedules, and on-call per site needs.

The hourly range for this position is $31.68 to $42.20. The specific rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location. GE offers benefits and programs to help you manage your personal and family needs, grow and develop you and your career, support your work / life integration, and help you stay connected through volunteerism, employee networks, and philanthropy. ​This position is expected to close on or after 07/15/2026.

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.

#LI-Remote - This is a remote positionFor candidates applying to a U.S. based position only:*The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on March 04, 2026.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 two weeks of annual vacation (which may be pro-rated based on start date).GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova 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 GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.