Maintenance Apprentice Program

GE Vernova • Greenville, NC

21h • Onsite

About The Position

GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy, while helping our customers power economies and deliver the electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. Are you excited at the opportunity to electrify and decarbonize the world? What impact you’ll make: GE’s 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. Program Summary Specialized apprentice program combining on-the-job training with academic coursework. Apprentices are paid for on-the-job training. Ongoing assessments conducted at 6-month intervals to validate program effectiveness and individual skill progression. Opportunity to develop technical knowledge in AC/DC circuits, PLCs, robotics, hydraulics, pneumatics, and other maintenance-related disciplines. Hands-on training in troubleshooting, repair, preventative maintenance, predictive maintenance, and safe operation of production equipment. Development in both independent work and team-based manufacturing support.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Successful completion of an accredited community college entrance exam
• Ability to maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA throughout the program
• Ability to earn a 3.0 or higher in core classes such as AC/DC circuits, PLC, robotics, hydraulics, and pneumatics
• Strong mechanical aptitude and interest in industrial maintenance
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to accurately use Microsoft Office tools and maintenance management systems such as Maximo
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
• Ability to operate or learn to operate material-moving equipment and maintenance shop tools

Nice To Haves

• Ability and willingness to work normal operating hours such as 1st shift (6:45 AM–2:45 PM), 2nd shift (2:45 PM–10:45 PM), or 3rd shift (10:45 PM–6:45 AM)
• Willingness to work overtime or weekend shifts as required by business needs
• Ability to perform other assigned duties as required

Responsibilities

• Safely perform simple to complex mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting and repairs on a variety of precision production machinery and equipment while adhering to company, state, and federal safety regulations
• Learn basic machine operation, including CNC M-codes for manual manipulation of machine functions 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 and accurately enter work order data into the Maintenance Management System (Maximo) for reporting and trending
• Demonstrate accurate use of precision machinist measuring tools and maintenance test equipment associated with evaluating function and repair of production machinery and facility equipment
• Operate material-moving equipment such as forklifts, scissor lifts, genie-booms, and bridge, jib, and gantry cranes
• Safely and effectively utilize mechanical hand tools and machinist shop equipment such as mills, grinders, lathes, and tooling
• Execute preventative and predictive maintenance procedures safely and efficiently
• Demonstrate ownership of safety, quality, and productivity in support of plant goals and objectives
• Work independently and in a team environment while assisting other craft members and operations to ensure equipment is ready to meet production schedules
• Participate in team activities including Human Resources initiatives, Problem Solving, 5S, Kaizen, and Lean Manufacturing continuous improvement efforts

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Access to a Health Coach and a 24/7 nurse-based resource
• 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
• Access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants
• Additional benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time off for vacation or illness
• 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