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Load Dispatch Electrician

AT GE Vernova
GE Vernova

Load Dispatch Electrician

Schenectady, NY

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Role Summary/Purpose

The Operation Support A - Load Dispatch Electrician will install, repair, and maintain all electrical and Utilities and Facilities electrical systems and equipment. In this role you will operate equipment used in the receiving and distribution of electrical power, perform switching operations to distribute electrical power throughout the facility, and perform inspection on substations and transformers.

Essential Responsibilities

In addition you will:

  • Troubleshoot & repair equipment and building electrical systems. Maintain and repair electrical components such as motors, transformers, switch gear, rectifiers, control systems, motor control centers, shop machinery power feeds, and substations.
  • Run conduit, replace fuses, make new electrical gear installations, troubleshoot circuitry.
  • Work with schematics and wiring diagrams, order material.
  • Make comprehensive inspections using a variety of inspection instruments and gauges to detect malfunctions
  • Conduct transformer, substation, battery, and generator inspections.
  • Analyze and diagnose cause of malfunctions, failures, and repetitive electrical problems and recommend and implement proper corrective actions
  • Analyze malfunctions and execute the repair of utilities distribution control systems and install, maintain, or modify such systems
  • Perform Utilities and equipment maintenance, as needed
  • Plan, layout, rig, move, erect, and install complex equipment and machinery, overhead cranes, etc.
  • Repair, maintain and troubleshoot electrical systems at heights and in confined spaces
  • Administer site wide electrical distribution Lock Out Tag Out
  • Keep work areas and equipment clean and operating safely
  • Train others, as necessary
  • Participate in and own Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) initiatives and performance throughout the plant
  • Identify and implement process improvement opportunities to improve quality and product flow
  • Participate in lean initiatives, using 6 Sigma tools for process improvements
  • Identify and implement Kaizens for continuous improvement

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Qualifications/Requirements

  • Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university in a related discipline
  • Certified training and equivalent experience (Journeyman's card)

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Ability and willingness to work off shifts and weekends

Desired Characteristics

• Experience in medium voltage repair work and switching (660V-115kV)

• Minimum 4 years of industry related experience

• Experience in the Mechanical and Electrical fields

The base pay range for this position is $31.33 to $35.96 per hour with a $5.28 per hour transition adder. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for contractually negotiated general wage increases and COLA increases.

*The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.

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.
General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

Additional Information

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

Client-provided location(s): Schenectady, NY, USA
Job ID: GE_power-247046684
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Unconscious Bias Training

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