Blader / Heavy Equipment Mechanic - Rotating Shift

GE Vernova • Richmond, VA

8d • $22 - $33 • Onsite

About The Position

The Blader / Turbine Mechanic will be responsible for all duties associated with the inspection, repair, replacement, installation, adjustment, removal and maintenance of blades for a variety of rotating equipment in the service repairs workshop.

Requirements

• High School Diploma / GED or Equivalent OR 2 years of relevant work experience
• Minimum of 2 years of experience applying mechanical principles in the repair, maintenance and installation of various types of mechanical equipment OR 1 year of technical experience with a Trade School Degree from an accredited college, university or trade school
• Experience in reading blueprints and drawings
• Calipers and micrometers experience required
• Ability and willingness to wear personal protective equipment
• Must be legally authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Accomplished skills in a trade with experience on Power Generating Equipment
• Experience using precision measurement tools
• Basic computer skills

Responsibilities

• Perform the removal and installation of a variety of blades on all rotating equipment following established procedures and blue prints.
• Fit, install and / or modify to close tolerance blades, steam seals, locking keys, assemblies, and turning gears.
• Prepare blades for installation, including sandblasting, cleaning, etc.
• Perform such duties as shrouding and peening, seal removal and installation, satellite installation, and drilling and fabrication of locks to complete blade assembly.
• Set-up completed turbines for rotational testing.
• Design and fabricate parts, as required.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• prescription drug coverage
• access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
• access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
• GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
• access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
• tuition assistance
• adoption assistance
• paid parental leave
• disability benefits
• life insurance
• 12 paid holidays
• two weeks of annual vacation (which may be pro-rated based on start date)
• Relocation Assistance Provided

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED