Maintenance Tech 1st Shift

GE Aerospace•Beavercreek, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician performs preventative and corrective maintenance on tube and duct manufacturing equipment at GE Aerospace’s Beavercreek site. Equipment includes vacuum furnaces, CNC and manual mills and lathes, robotic and automated systems, hydraulic sizers, benders and presses, hydroform presses, dust collection systems, welders, and cleaning systems. The technician repairs and maintains mechanical and hydraulic components using technical specifications, tools, and precision measuring instruments; installs and repairs piping, fittings, and fixtures for heating, water, and drainage systems; and investigates equipment problems, identifies root causes, develops repair procedures, and completes repairs. The role also involves observing and recording instrument readings, reviewing building plans and working drawings to determine work aids and installation sequences, ordering and tracking repair materials, operating material handling equipment, and following lockout/tagout and other safety requirements. The position requires two years of experience in various maintenance disciplines and a high school diploma or GED. Candidates should be willing to learn, able to read technical materials and work with limited supervision, detail-oriented, and able to communicate progress, timelines, and issues while providing good service to coworkers, customers, and vendors. Overtime may be needed, and the technician must be available for the emergency on-call list. The role may involve high-risk or hazardous operations and work beyond a standard workweek; employees must be at least 18 by their start date. The position is based at GE Aerospace’s Beavercreek facility. The company describes the shop atmosphere as fun and enjoyable, with an emphasis on teamwork, quality, sharing ideas, and making recommendations. Wages are $28.00 or more per hour, based on experience. Relocation assistance is not provided.

Requirements

High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
Two years of prior experience in various maintenance disciplines.
Must be at least 18 years old by the time of joining.
Willingness to learn and be coachable.
Ability or prior experience reading technical manuals and materials and developing statements of work.
Ability to read and interpret technical manuals.
Ability to work with little direction or supervision.
Strong attention to detail.
Excellent customer service to coworkers, customers, and vendors.
Excellent attendance history.
Ability to work overtime as needed and availability for the emergency on-call list.

Nice To Haves

Intermediate knowledge of electrical work in compliance with the NEC.
Ability to read and understand electrical and electrical control schematics and install or repair electrical service.
HMI and PLC experience.
Ability to repair mechanical equipment such as vacuum and heat treat furnaces and automated equipment.
Maintenance and/or electrical certifications.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to troubleshoot Allen Bradley and Rockwell PLC controllers.
Prior team and leadership experience.

Responsibilities

Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance on tube and duct manufacturing equipment.
Repair and maintain mechanical and hydraulic components of production machines and equipment using technical specifications, hand tools, power tools, or precision measuring instruments.
Assemble, install, and repair pipes, fittings, and fixtures for heating, water, and drainage systems in accordance with specifications and plumbing codes.
Investigate equipment problems, determine root causes, develop repair procedures, and implement repairs.
Observe and record readings from instruments such as thermometers, thermocouples, air flowmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and pressure and draft gauges.
Review building plans and working drawings to determine required work aids and installation sequences.
Order and track materials required for repairs.
Operate material handling equipment such as fork or scissor lifts.
Comply with lockout/tagout (LOTO) and other safety regulations.
Keep the team informed about work progress, timelines, and issues.
Work overtime as needed and be available for the emergency on-call list.