Job Description Summary
The Welder will perform functions to weld product line assemblies in accordance with established weld procedure specifications.
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Job Description
Job Description
As the Welder, you will:
- Prioritize safety above all else by maintaining a rigorous adherence to safety standards and processes, ensuring that safety risks and issues are identified, reported, and addressed immediately;
- Follow methods, standards, and work instructions to:
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- Repair turbines and generators by applying appropriate welding techniques: Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG), Metal Inert Gas (MIG), Shielding Metal Arc (SMAW) and Submerged Arc Welding;
- Interpret blueprints, specifications, diagrams, or schematics to determine appropriate welding processes;
- Set up and operate welding equipment: select appropriate materials, prep work piece in accordance with part geometry, properties of material and scope of repair;
- Inspect completed welds to determine structural soundness.
Required Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Graduate of an accredited welding program (OR a minimum of 3 years of industrial / construction or similar commercial welding experience, including the use of TIG (GTAW) and Stick (SMAW) welding processes)
Eligibility Requirements:
- Ability and willingness to perform the physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations
- Ability and willingness to obey all safety rules including the wearing of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, and hearing protection in designated areas
- Ability and willingness to work overtime, rotating shifts, holidays, and weekends, as business needs dictate
- 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 and background check.
Desired Characteristics:
- Ability to maintain rigorous adherence to safety standards and processes;
- Demonstrated ability to perform inclusively in a diverse environment and to promote inclusion and diversity in the workplace;
- Two-year technical or Trade School Degree from an accredited college, university or trade school;
- Accomplished skills in a trade with experience on Power Generating Equipment
- Ability to understand blueprints and technical drawings;
- Ability to understand and use precision measuring equipment;
- Basic understanding of math related to repairs and manufacturing;
- Demonstrated ability to investigate and resolve problems;
- Demonstrated ability to adapt, be flexible, and maintain enthusiasm during periods of change to schedule and repairs parameters;
- Lean manufacturing experience;
- Ability to focus on multiple projects and priorities at one time, manage time effectively, and allocate resources efficiently
Pay Transparency:
The pay for this position is $27.50 - $32.75/hour. This position is also eligible for a $2.00/hour shift differential hourly rate increase. This posting is expected to close on February 11, 2025 or thereafter.
* This is a posting for a B Level, but based on experience, employees have the ability to be hired in at or progress to higher levels (A level).
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.
Benefits Available to You
GE employees rise to the challenge of building a world that works. In order to meet this mission, we provide varied, competitive benefits to help support our workforce: https://jobs.gecareers.com/global/en/ge-career-benefits
- Our compensation & benefits are designed to help you manage your personal and family needs, while rewarding high performers. We offer a robust benefits package depending on your employment status and your national requirements.
- A healthy, balanced lifestyle can mean different things to different people. We've created programs that support the way you live and work today.
- GE invests to provide opportunities to grow your career by providing a path for continued on-the-job learning and development.
Inclusion & Diversity
At GE, we believe in the value of your unique identity, background, and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture, where everyone feels empowered to do their best work because they feel accepted, respected and that they belong. Click here to learn more: https://jobs.gecareers.com/global/en/diversity-at-ge
About GE Gas Power
GE Gas Power engineers cleaner, more accessible energy that people depend on, powering growth and prosperity for people everywhere. Our leading technologies produce a third of the world's electricity thanks to our talented people, who make gas work for our customers, stakeholders and the world. Through relentless innovation and continuous partnership with our customers, we are building the energy technologies of the future and providing the cleaner, more efficient power people depend on today.
GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova 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 Vernova 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: Yes