Description

The Major Component Exchange (MCE) Technician III is responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting variable pitch and variable speed wind turbines. This remote position requires extensive travel, often up to 90% of the time, and the ability to work at heights of at least 300 ft. The role supports site preparation, documentation, and communication with engineering and management teams.

Key duties include diagnosing complex mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues, coordinating labor and materials for site readiness, and recording all work through computer‑based service reporting systems. The technician must effectively relay site status to customers, engineers, and management while operating heavy equipment and rigging loads up to 100 tons.

• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical problems on variable pitch/speed turbines
• Coordinate labor and materials for site preparation with minimal supervision
• Document work using computer‑based service reporting
• Communicate site status to engineers, customers, and management
• Operate heavy equipment and rig loads up to 100 tons

Requirements

Candidates need a high school diploma (or equivalent) with at least four years of wind‑turbine technician experience, or six years in a related electrical, mechanical, or hydraulic field. Additional eligibility criteria cover heavy‑equipment operation, valid driver’s license, ability to lift 250‑300 lb, and willingness to work rotating 24/7 shifts in diverse weather and industrial environments.

Preferred applicants hold a bachelor’s degree or technical certification in wind energy, can read electrical schematics, and possess strong customer‑service, organizational, and communication skills. Proficiency with hydraulic tools, crane and rigging knowledge, and computer applications such as Excel and Word are also valued.

• Climb and work at heights of at least 300 ft
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• ≥4 years wind turbine technician experience (or ≥6 years related electrical/mechanical/hydraulic experience)
• Travel domestically/internationally up to 90% of the time
• Valid driver’s license and ability to lift 250‑300 lb
• Ability to handle repetitive 50 lb lifts and work in all weather conditions
• Availability for 24/7 rotating shift schedules
• Bachelor’s degree or technical certification in wind energy/electrical field
• Ability to read electrical schematics and technical manuals
• Experience with LT 1200 Liftra Base and hydraulic power tools
• Strong customer service, organizational, oral/written communication, and leadership skills
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, and web tools

Benefits

GE Vernova offers an hourly rate of $43.72‑$50.15, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, a 401(k) plan with company match, tuition and adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 holidays, and two weeks of vacation. The company is an equal‑opportunity employer dedicated to decarbonizing the energy sector.

• Hourly pay $43.72‑$50.15
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• 401(k) with company match and retirement planning resources
• Tuition, adoption, and paid parental leave assistance
• 12 paid holidays and two weeks vacation (prorated)

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance