Electrician (1st shift)

GE Vernova • Schenectady, NY

2d • $36 - $44 • Onsite

About The Position

The Operation Support A - Electrician will install, repair, and maintain all electrical and Facilities mechanical systems and equipment. In this role you will drive cycle time improvements, EHS actions, and design and implement necessary fixtures and tooling for manufacturing improvements.

Requirements

• Associates degree from an accredited college or university in a related discipline OR Military A or C School in a related discipline OR Completion of an accredited apprenticeship program with a Journeyman’s card.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot & repair equipment and building electrical systems.
• Maintain and repair electrical components such as motors, transformers, switch gear, rectifiers, control systems, fire alarms, motor control centers, and shop machinery power feeds.
• Run conduit, replace fuses, make new electrical gear installations, troubleshoot circuitry.
• Perform office electrical maintenance, light trimming, & new installations.
• Work with schematics and wiring diagrams, order material.
• Make comprehensive inspection using a variety of inspection instruments and gauges to detect malfunctions.
• Analyze and diagnose cause of malfunctions, failures, and repetitive manufacturing problems and recommend and implement proper corrective actions.
• Analyze malfunctions and execute the repair of control systems and install, maintain, or modify such systems.
• Perform facilities and equipment maintenance, as needed.
• Plan, layout, rig, move, erect, and install complex equipment and machinery, overhead cranes, etc.
• Keep work areas and equipment clean and operating safely.
• Train others, as necessary.
• Participate in and own Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) initiatives and performance throughout the plant.
• Identify and implement process improvement opportunities to improve quality and product flow.
• Participate in lean initiatives, using 6 Sigma tools for process improvements.
• Identify and implement Kaizens for continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
• GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
• Access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants
• Tuition assistance
• Adoption assistance
• Paid parental leave
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time-off for vacation or illness
• 12 paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree