Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Job description

3305875
Additional Cities

Huntsville
Career Level

Experienced
Relocation Assistance

No
Business

GE Aviation
Business Segment

Aviation Supply Chain
Function

Manufacturing
Country/Territory

United States
Additional States/Provinces

Alabama
Postal Code

35756
Role Summary/Purpose

The Mechanical Maintenance Technician will be a hands-on self-starter, supporting plant production process to meet all safety and operational goals. Perform day-to-day inspections, maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs of plant equipment in a PSM governed plant.
Essential Responsibilities

Lead by example in all GE initiatives including EHS, HR, Six Sigma, Quality, and computerized maintenance management.
Complete maintenance tasks ranging from simple to very complex on mechanical, pneumatic, and vacuum systems in a 24 hour PSM facility.
Read and interpret P&IDs, equipment manuals, procedures and other specifications to determine the repair method on failed components.
Ability to perform precision maintenance in the installation and alignment of equipment following safe-work practices utilizing hand tools, specialized tools, equipment and fixtures.
Follow established procedures to execute preventative and predictive maintenance as required.
Correctly and accurately complete required paper work, correctly documenting all maintenance actions, parts and time.
Ability to prioritize daily work load and maintenance requirements based on safety, equipment criticality, quality and production schedule requirements.
Team focused, steps-in and willingly assist other crafts and operations department as required to ensure equipment is ready to meet productions schedules.
Qualifications/Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
-High School Diploma or GED
-Ability and willingness to work 2nd/ 3rd shifts and/ or evening shifts on an 8 or 12 hour schedule,
and weekends and overtime as needed
-5+ Years of hands-on maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
 

This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. GE will require proof of status prior to employment

GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening.
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as
applicable).
Desired Characteristics

Associate’s degree or Certificate from a two-year college in instrumentation technology or a
related course of study. 
-Strong knowledge of mechanics and the mechanical fit of components, assemblies & subassemblies as applied to the precision tolerance required for maintaining and / or restoring the
production machines to OEM specifications 
-Ability to use calipers, micrometers, amp meters and gauges while performing maintenance on
plant equipment. 
-Vacuum pump experience 
-Takes initiative to meet target schedules, actively and continuously working to improve processes
and procedures. 
-History of working effectively with co-workers, leaders, and other employees

About Us

GE (NYSE:GE) drives the world forward by tackling its biggest challenges. By combining world-class engineering with software and analytics, GE helps the world work more efficiently, reliably, and safely. GE people are global, diverse and dedicated, operating with the highest integrity and passion to fulfill GE’s mission and deliver for our customers. www.ge.com
GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is anEqual Opportunity Employer . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications

GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. GE will require proof of status prior to employment.
Primary Country

United States
Primary State/Province

Alabama
Primary City

Huntsville