Job Description Summary

The Electro Mechanical Technician Leader for the Bangor, Maine GE Vernova facility will be the linchpin in the efficient functioning of the Maintenance department. This role will Provide direction and support to Electro Mechanical Technicians including, but not limited to resource and coverage planning, scheduling overtime, discussing disciplinary concerns, employee training and development, review and approve employee timecards, assess performance and provide feedback to employees verbally and through evaluation process, as needed. This is an onsite role.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

• Monitor performance and take proactive action to solve problems and mitigate risk to key performance indicators
• Lead technician in a group of technicians who perform mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, electronic, CNC and PLC repairs and troubleshooting on assigned equipment and facilities to required standards and codes
• Plan, prioritize, and distribute work for team
• Develop daily and weekly work schedules
• Develop and maintain a system to ensure adequate daily pass down between shifts with feedback
• Monitor status of jobs ensuring work completion
• Focal point for production and indirect sourcing team members
• Focus team performance on machine uptime, technician productivity, and preventive maintenance (PM) completions
• Track team performance and maintain team dashboards
• Requisition and expedite parts to ensure availability to complete work
• Maintain tools and required records in maintenance management system (e.g. Maximo)

• Perform material handling duties as required [fork truck, aerial lift, and front-end loader operation required]
• Safely perform required rigging tasks and lifts using cranes and related equipment
• Lead Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) measures to minimize machine downtime
• Use TPM root cause trouble shooting tools to develop machine maintenance around preventing common breakdowns
• May have to drive company vehicle, as needed

• Communicate effectively and work well with others
• Maintain accurate written and computer records
• Use gauging equipment as required for the position
• Perform calculations as required for the position
• Use computers as required for the position
• Read and understand engineering drawings and specifications
• Read, understand, and interpret detailed NC schematics and machine documentation
• Perform plumbing, carpentry, fabrication, welding, and machining as required

• Repair and troubleshoot all aspects of CNC machine tools
• Inspect contractors' work for compliance with specifications
• Utilize the maintenance management system, purchasing or other systems to plan, organize and assign work, order parts and maintain dashboards
• Perform other duties as assigned

• 5 years of equivalent experience (including mechanical, electrical, and programmable logic controller experience and troubleshooting) in an industrial/manufacturing environment and 2 years of maintenance leadership experience in an industrial/manufacturing environment

• National Electrical Code Course within 1 year and maintain current status on renewal requirements

• Must be able to demonstrate the ability to:
  • Perform basic computer skills in Microsoft suite
  • Effectively use leadership, group coordination, and organizational skills
• Obey all safety rules including wearing personal protective equipment such as safety toe shoes, safety glasses, and hearing protection in designated areas.
• Comply with all practices and procedures including the GE Vernova Bangor Handbook, the Code of Mutual Respect, and the GE Vernova Spirit & Letter.
• Qualify for and utilize specialized personal protective equipment (e.g. respirator, arc flash, fall protection), as required for the position.
• Perform a diverse range of tasks and responsibilities by effectively utilizing cross-training and multi-skilling. This includes, but is not limited to, operating multiple machines simultaneously within the same shop/area and based on business needs.
• Foster a safety culture by engaging in and supporting Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) audits, training sessions, related activities, and compliance with Life-Saving Rules (LSR).
• Ensure that all products consistently meet or exceed the quality standards and customer expectations. Additionally, identify and address any quality issues promptly to maintain high standards and customer satisfaction.
• Deliver the products/services right the first time, every time, with focus, using standard work and lean to ensure both safety and quality objectives are met and sustained.
• Embrace innovation and a continuous improvement/lean mindset through collaborative efforts with Safety/Quality/Delivery/Cost/Culture initiatives supporting the overall success of the Bangor and GE Vernova Teams.
• Innovate and solve problems rapidly with rigor, transparency, and to Stop Work when needed.
• Complete all required certifications promptly and within designated timeframes.
• Adhere to established company standard work procedures and continuously seek process improvements.
• Complete all required training promptly and thoroughly.
• Treat others with dignity and respect while being committed to proactively solving problems, raising concerns, and working collaboratively as one team.
• Communicate with transparency, integrity, and respect to foster positive working relationships.
• Take ownership of work and roles/responsibilities so each individual and each team is accountable for delivering on commitments.