Field Service Technician-

GE Vernova; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking a Field Service Support Technician to install, commission and service high voltage circuit breakers, disconnect switches and capacitor banks at customer sites across the region.

You will read electrical and mechanical drawings, perform troubleshooting, supervise contractors and complete field reports. Travel up to 80% within the US and abroad, with competitive hourly pay and eligible bonuses.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Electrical and/or Mechanical Technology.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in manufacturing (field experience preferred).
• Ability to read and understand electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 80% of the time within the US and abroad.

Responsibilities

• Install and commission equipment at customer sites.
• Perform mechanical work in electrical substations and inspect equipment for defects.
• Service, repair and adjust components that operate mechanically.
• Analyze information to resolve customer issues and select best solutions.
• Supervise and direct contractors and junior GE Field Technicians.
• Complete Field Service Reports, timecards and expense reports.

Skills

Read electrical and mechanical drawing

Willingness to travel up to 80%

Education

Associate's degree in Electrical and/or Mechanical Technology

Job description

Job Description Summary

Field Service Support Technician will perform Installation, Commissioning, Electromechanical Troubleshooting, Repair/Adjustments and Modifications to GE High Voltage Circuit Breakers, Disconnect Switches, Capacitor Banks.

Job Description

• Perform Installation and initial starts-ups.
• Perform mechanical work in electrical substations. Inspects equipment, structures, and materials at designated sites to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects
• Services, repairs, and adjusts, parts of equipment that operates largely based on mechanical principles
• Analyzes information and evaluates results to select the best solution and resolve customer issues
• Performs physical activities that requires considerable dexterity and agility
• Support GE Factory Production and other GE Departments as needed
• Operate man lifts and reach fork truck
• Supervise and give direction to contractors, customer personnel and junior GE Field Technicians
• Complete paperwork in a timely and accurate manner including Field Service Reports, timecards and expense reports
• Interface between the GE and Customer

Required Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in Electrical and or Mechanical Technology or a highly related field
• Minimum of 2 years of experience manufacturing (preference given to field experience)
• Ability to read and understand electrical and mechanical drawings
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 80% of the time within the US and abroad via air travel and car rental

Desired Characteristics:

Preferred experience in troubleshooting & repair of electrical control circuits

Preferred experience in mechanical assembly of circuit breakers

The hourly pay range for this position ranges from $36.00-$43.00/hour depending on experience, qualifications, and position level (Tech I or Tech II) 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 bonuses, such as a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation/equity

Additional Information

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: No

• Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, 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 Vernova 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 financial planning consultants.
• Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance and 12 paid holidays.
• New hires also receive 40 hours of personal business time, 160 hours of personal illness and caregiving time (subject to state law), and two weeks of annual vacation (which may be pro-rated based on start date).

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova 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 GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.