Test Facility Technician

GE Vernova • Richmond, VA

9d • $25 - $32 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a hands-on mechanical engineering technician driven by precision and operational excellence to join our elite team. This mission-critical role within our advanced test facility is not just maintenance; it involves ensuring the reliability and safety of high-specification turbomachinery used across vital energy, petrochemical, and industrial sectors. The successful candidate will master complex systems by expertly operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting cutting-edge production equipment to deliver superior results. Responsibilities include executing a diverse range of complex mechanical operations on components, leading the inspection, troubleshooting, and repair of sophisticated rotating power service machinery (including steam turbines, compressors, pumps, and generators), and playing a pivotal role in the rebuild operations of high-value assets. If you thrive on technical challenges and are committed to maintaining world-class operational standards, this is where you belong. Role Summary: The Test Facility Mechanical Engineering Technician is a hands-on role responsible for operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting rotor balancing and test equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality results. The role involves performing mechanical work on heavy equipment and turbomachinery components, including inspection, repair, installation, and adjustment of rotating machinery such as turbines, compressors, blowers, and pump rotors, supporting critical repair and rebuild operations across energy and industrial sectors.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1–3 years of mechanical, maintenance, or automotive experience
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs with or without reasonable accommodation
• Position is 100% onsite at the GE Repair Center in Richmond, VA
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship
• Must be flexible to work 1st, 2nd, or rotating shifts, including overtime, weekends, and holidays as business needs require
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role
• Comfortable working around large rotating equipment, hand tools, propane/acetylene torches, and lifting devices, measuring equipment
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE)

Nice To Haves

• Attention to Detail: Accurate measurements and documentation
• Communication: Clear verbal and written communication
• Problem Solving: Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills
• Time Management: Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines
• Reliability: Consistent, dependable attendance
• Teamwork: Effective independent and team contributor
• Ability to maintain rigorous adherence to safety standards and processes
• Willing to work overtime
• Basic understanding of math related to repairs and manufacturing
• Demonstrated ability to investigate and resolve problems
• Demonstrated ability to adapt, be flexible, and maintain enthusiasm during periods of change to schedule and repair parameters
• Ability to focus on multiple projects and priorities at one time, manage time effectively, and allocate resources efficiently

Responsibilities

• Safety & Compliance: Follow all safety procedures (including Lockout/Tagout); maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work area (5S).
• Quality Control: Inspect and test products and materials to ensure quality and identify defects.
• Equipment Operation & Maintenance: Set up, operate, monitor, and perform routine maintenance on production equipment.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve equipment and process issues to minimize downtime; escalate complex issues as needed.
• Documentation & Standards: Complete production, quality, and maintenance records; follow OEM drawings, job travelers, and specifications.
• Teamwork & Improvement: Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams; support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Mechanical Assembly: Move, align, assemble, disassemble, and reassemble mechanical and rotating equipment using material-handling tools.
• General Support: Maintain shop organization and assist with lifting, prep, and basic mechanical tasks as needed.

Benefits

• GE employees rise to the challenge of building a world that works. In order to meet this mission, we provide varied, competitive benefits to help support our workforce: Our Culture | GE Vernova (gecareers.com)
• Our compensation & benefits are designed to help you manage your personal and family needs, while rewarding high performers. We offer a robust benefits package depending on your employment status and your national requirements.
• A healthy, balanced lifestyle can mean different things to different people. We've created programs that support the way you live and work today.
• GE invests to provide opportunities to grow your career by providing a path for continued on-the-job learning and development.
• Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services.
• Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.
• Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance and 12 paid holidays.
• New hires also 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