Crawler & Repair Technician

GE Vernova • Grand Forks, ND

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Understand repair fundamentals and perform them as well as any cut and trim activities required to prepare the blade for finishing.

Requirements

• Certifications in Confined Space, CPR/AED, and Laminate Repair Level 1 “performing”
• Ability to operate basic hand and power tools, and heavy machinery
• Ability to lift or carry objects or materials up to 40 lbs.
• Ability to read blueprints / work instructions / safety protocols
• English comprehension for effective work-related verbal and written communication.
• Ability to work individually and part of a team
• Must have strong communication skills.
• Must be able to stand/walk for long periods of time.
• Requires usage of respirator.
• Physical demands outlined in Job Analysis.
• Basic math skills and some computer literacy.
• Use of hands for scraping and intricate detailing

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma/GED or related work experience.
• Previous manufacturing experience preferred
• Previous Fiberglass experience helpful.

Responsibilities

• Grind glass to the bottom of the defect
• Count glass layers affected by the bottom of defect
• Identify glass layers according to repair plan
• Measure and cut required glass according to repair plan
• Lay-up glass layers according to repair plan
• Perform common semi-complex repairs – ply drops, balsa, offsets, two BODs, consolidation, inside-out, flange
• Scuff laminate
• Apply glue to areas that have voids (inside and outside the blade)
• Follow work instructions and change and adapt to the work instructions as they change
• Clean out inside of blade of dust debris
• Designated blade attendants check the blade temperature and styrene level every 15 minutes to ensure safe levels. If unsafe, they are to notify HSE.
• Use an iPad to upload evidence on DBC website
• Use shopfloor to upload repair pictures

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

What This Job Offers

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