Wind Hub Technician - LPP1- (Walsenburg, CO)

GE Vernova is hiring a Wind Hub Technician in Walsenburg, CO, to support the growing onshore wind power sector. The role involves local travel, maintaining turbine operations, and ensuring safety and quality control. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, relevant experience, and basic computer skills. The position emphasizes teamwork, safety, and career development within GE's renewable energy initiatives.
Job Description SummaryGE’s Onshore wind power capacity is growing fast and will continue to rise steadily in the coming years. As we continue to grow and develop new and existing wind sites, Onshore Wind has an ongoing need to build our field teams with the right individuals that possess a willingness to learn, contribute and grow. As part of the GE family, training and development, safety, and career progression lead our initiatives to provide opportunity and growth in all areas.





Job DescriptionAbout 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.



Why we come to work:

At GE Renewable Energy, our service teams keep our world moving. They’re adaptable, determined, and safety-focused, thriving in high-pressure situations. They’re the kind of people who dig deep for answers, work collaboratively with the right teams to drive solutions, and who sit back and smile when they know they have done a great job. As part of this team, you’ll be rewarded with autonomy and trust, a collaborative, supportive team, and the chance to be empowered and successful, every single day

Title Wind Technician- Hub Technician



Role Summary/PurposeThe 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!

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.

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 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 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.





GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. 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.







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: July 31, 2026



For 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 April 22, 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.