Blade & Turbine Mechanic – Precision Rotating Equipment

GE Vernova; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Medical, dental, vision, prescription

401(k) with company matching

Paid holidays

Vacation time

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking a Blader / Turbine Mechanic in Richmond, VA to inspect, repair, replace and install blades on rotating equipment. The role requires reading blueprints, precision measuring tools, and performing various blade assembly tasks in a workshop environment.

The position involves rotating shifts, potential weekends/overtime, and requires legal work status in the USA. The company emphasizes equal opportunity employment and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED or Equivalent OR 2 years of relevant work experience
• Minimum of 2 years of experience applying mechanical principles in the repair, maintenance and installation of various types of mechanical equipment OR 1 year of technical experience with a Trade School Degree
• Experience in reading blueprints and drawings
• Calipers and micrometers experience required

Responsibilities

• Perform the removal and installation of a variety of blades on all rotating equipment following established procedures and blueprints
• Fit, install and / or modify to close tolerance blades, steam seals, locking keys, assemblies, and turning gears
• Prepare blades for installation, including sandblasting, cleaning, etc.
• Perform such duties as shrouding and peening, seal removal and installation, satellite installation, and drilling and fabrication of locks to complete blade assembly
• Set-up completed turbines for rotational testing
• Design and fabricate parts, as required

Skills

Blueprint reading

Reading drawings

Education

High School Diploma / GED or Equivalent

Trade School Degree

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

GE Vernova is seeking a Blader / Turbine Mechanic in Richmond, VA to inspect, repair, replace and install blades on rotating equipment. The role requires reading blueprints, precision measuring tools, and performing various blade assembly tasks in a workshop environment.

The position involves rotating shifts, potential weekends/overtime, and requires legal work status in the USA. The company emphasizes equal opportunity employment and comprehensive benefits.