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Job Description Summary

Job Description

Program Summary

• 1-year program (registered with the Department of Labor) combining on-the-job training with coursework through local community college.
• On-the-job training will include rotations in Unit Assembly, Rotor Assembly/Repair, Casings Assembly and Unit-to-Base.
• Apprentices paid for on-the-job training.
• Tuition, fees, and books will be paid by any available grants, scholarship funding and GE (via tuition reimbursement benefits).
• Mentoring, teamwork, and ongoing reviews.
• Training in safety, basic measurements, tooling, assembly, print reading, and many other manufacturing processes.
• Successfully complete the program and earn a GE Vernova Gas Turbine Assembly Technician Certificate.

What the A-Assembler Program Provides

• Hands on experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Build fundmantal tooling, assembly, and operational knowledeg of heavy frame gas turbines.
• Personal development through coaching and mentoring.
• Ability to make a measurable impact.
• Entry into an in-demand skilled craft.
• Participate in Team activities for Human Resources, Problem Solving, 5S, Kaizen and Lean Manufacturing continuous improvements projects.

Desired Qualifications

• Strong mechanical and mathematical aptitude.
• Ability to maintain a minimum average grade of  “C” or higher on all course work completed.
• Strong team member attitude, and the ability to work closely with other apprentices and trainers.
• Ability and eagerness to learn.
• Great communication skills.
• Manufacturing or applicable mechanical/electrical experience.

Eligibility / Qualifications:

• Successfully pass an extensive interview process.
• Successfully pass all Assessments.
• Ability and willingness to work normal operating hours such as 1st shift (7:00AM-3:00PM), 2nd shift (3:00-11:00 PM) or 3rd shift (11:00PM -7:00AM).
• In addition, business needs may require overtime, or weekend shifts.
• Perform other assigned duties as required.

Pay Rate: The pay for this position is $23.764 This position is also eligible for shift premium when you work on an off shift i.e. 2nd or 3rd shift. Plus $1.00 USD an hour on top of base pay. This posting is expected to close on October 28th, 2024

Competitive benefits package to include:

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. 

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