Maintenance Technician Apprentice

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
The GE Greenville Gas turbine Maintenance Technician Apprentice Program combines both academic studies and on-the-job training to develop the fundamentals required to become a skilled Maintenance Technician with GE Power.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Duties:

• Safely perform simple to complex mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting and repairs on a variety of precision production machinery and equipment, adhering to company, state and federal safety rules and regulations.
• Learn basic machine operation, including CNC M-codes for manual manipulation of machine function to assist in troubleshooting without an operator present.
• Troubleshoot, repair, service, install/uninstall, move, level, and align a variety of production machinery and equipment.
• Troubleshoot equipment using electrical controls such as, robotics, programmable logic controllers and computer numerical controls.
• Efficiently utilize Microsoft Office tools as well as correctly and accurately enter work order data into the Maintenance Management System (Maximo) for reporting and trending data
• Demonstrate Accurate utilization of all types of precision machinist measuring and maintenance test equipment associated with the evaluation of function and repair to production machinery and facility equipment.
• Operate various material-moving equipment (e.g., forklifts, scissor lifts, genie-booms, and bridge/jib/gantry cranes).
• Demonstrate safe and effective utilization of various mechanical hand tools, machinist associated shop equipment such as mills, grinders, lathes, and tooling.
• Demonstrate ability to safely and efficiently follow procedures to execute preventative and predictive maintenance as required.
• Demonstrate ownership of safety, quality, and productivity as it relates to daily maintenance responsibilities to improve plant goals and objectives.
• Demonstrate ability to work independently and in a team environment, assist other craft members and operations to ensure equipment is ready to meets production schedules.
• Participate in Team activities for Human Resources, Problem Solving, 5S, Kaizen and Lean Manufacturing promoting continuous improvements projects.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
• Successfully pass an Accredited Community College Entrance Exam
• During the program, assessments are conducted at 6-month intervals for apprentices to validate the program effectiveness as well as the demonstration of individual knowledge and skills ability.
• A 3.0 cumulative GPA is required, in addition all core classes such as AC/DC circuits, PLC, Robotics, Hydraulic and Pneumatics, etc. apprentices are also required to achieve a 3.0 or higher to ensure our students understand technical concepts.

Physical Requirements:

• This position requires the employee to perform work while standing a minimum of 7 hours per day and the ability to carry up to 40lbs on a frequent basis. Must demonstrate ability to conduct repetitive motion tasks daily and climb stairs and ladders when necessary.
• Ability to work above or below floor level and in confined spaces.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Ability and willingness to work normal operating hours such as 1st shift (6:45AM-2:45PM), 2nd shift (2:45-10:45 PM) or 3rd shift (10:45-6:45AM).
• In addition, business needs may require overtime, or weekend shifts.
• Perform other assigned duties as required.

Pay Rate:

The pay for this position is$24.88This position is also eligible for shift premium when you work on an off shift i.e. 2nd or 3rd shift. Plus $1.00 USD an hour on top of base pay.This posting is expected to close on Sept 27th, 2024

Competitive benefits package to include:

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.

At GE, we are always searching for great talent. While we might not have a specific job for you today, we want to know about you when we do. As actual openings become available, you may be contacted to discuss a potential opportunity

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.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is anEqual 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 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:
No