Heavy Equipment Mechanic (Blader - Rotating Shift)

GE Vernova • Richmond, VA

13d • Onsite

About The Position

GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy. This role is for Mechanics to work in our Blader shop, repairing cutting-edge Turbines and other industry equipment. In this role, you would 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. No sponsorship provided; 100% onsite at GE Richmond, VA Repair Center

Nice To Haves

• Accomplished skills in a trade with experience on Power Generating Equipment
• 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 duties such 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, 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
• 12 paid holidays
• Two weeks of annual vacation (which may be pro-rated based on start date)

What This Job Offers

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