Vehicle Mechanic

GE Vernova • Schenectady, NY

9h • $35 - $43 • Onsite

About The Position

PRIMARY FUNCTION Under general supervision perform vehicle maintenance, repairs, and PMs on site vehicle fleet which includes over 250 gasoline, diesel, propane, and electric vehicles of varying types including: pickup trucks, SUV’s, sedans, vans, fork trucks, boom lifts, scissor lifts, dump trucks, tractor trailer trucks, mobile cranes, yard locomotives, mini-excavators, track excavators, backhoes, concrete road saw, trailer air compressors, Cushman & Titan burden carriers, and shop rail cross cars, etc. use of hand tools and power tools, welding and torch cutting.

Requirements

• A.A.S. two-year degree or equivalent in applicable field of study OR Military advanced training in applicable field OR Journeyman credentials in applicable field

Nice To Haves

• CDL Driver’s License
• New York State Vehicle Inspector certification
• New York State Mobile Crane operator certification
• Welding & torch cutting experience

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot & identify problems using diagnostic equipment and reading and interpreting schematics and diagrams & OEM manuals
• Basic Maintenance to include regularly scheduled PM’s, checking and changing of oil and fluids, replacing worn parts such as starters, batteries, tires, brakes & pads, wheel bearings, and sensor repairs.
• Advanced maintenance to include repairs such as transmission & differential overhauls, engine rebuilds, and electronic system troubleshooting.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems and hose replacements.
• Perform minor steel and aluminum fabrications for repairs to equipment
• Perform snow plowing and snow removal for the site using wheel loaders with pusher blades, plow trucks with salters, skid steer with snow blower, push snow blowers, and handheld ice chisels and shovels as needed to provide an overall safe environment for all site employees.
• Perform inter-plant trucking when required to pick up and deliver material and supplies
• Work at heights in scissor lifts and boom lifts
• Operate fork trucks for material movement and unloading of deliveries
• Ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies
• Promote continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices
• Order materials and parts for job execution
• Request quotes from OEM vendors
• Use current CMMS work order system to process and complete job assignments
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, 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 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 planning consultants.
• Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.
• The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.
• 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: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree