Industrial Electrical Technician

GE Vernova; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Prescription drug coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Adoption assistance

Life insurance

Holiday pay

Job summary

GE Vernova is hiring an Industrial Electrical Technician to operate, maintain and improve CNC machine tools, robotics and electrical control systems in our manufacturing environment. You will diagnose issues, order parts, install and test electrical components up to 600V, and support tool and facility maintenance.

The role requires an Associate’s degree in Electrical Technology/Mechatronics or a high school diploma with military electronics training, and at least 3 years in a manufacturing

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electrical Technology/Mechatronics or a high school diploma with military electronics training.
• Minimum 3 years of manufacturing facility maintenance experience.
• Strong knowledge of electrical motors, control circuits, and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair electrical aspects of CNC tools, PLC ladder, VFD motors, and robotics.
• Diagnose problems, plan work, and order parts as needed.
• Install, modify, troubleshoot, test and repair electrical control systems up to 600V.
• Maintain and modify machine tools, process equipment and facilities.
• Apply knowledge of components and electronics used in industrial equipment.

Skills

Electrical safety

Electrical schematics

LOTO

Fanuc

Siemens

PLC ladder

Robotics

Education

Associate’s Degree in Electrical Technology/Mechatronics OR High School Diploma/GED with Military Advanced Electronics Training Course

Tools

Fanuc

Siemens

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Industrial Electrical Technical is pivotal in GE Gas Power’s manufacturing process and will be responsible for the operation, maintenance and improvement of system-controlled robotics, machine tools and equipment.

Job Description

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

As the Industrial Electrical Technician, you will:

• Maintain and repair electrical aspects of CNC machine tools, PLC ladder, VFD motors, and robotics
• Diagnose problems, plan and complete work required, identify and order parts
• Install, modify, troubleshoot, test and repair electrical and electronic control systems up to 600V
• Maintain and modify machine tools, process equipment and facilities
• Apply knowledge of components, devices and equipment used in industrial equipment applications and the related electronics including AC and DC motors, motors controls, electronic drives, PLC, instrumentation and sensors.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Associate’s Degree in Electrical Technology/Mechatronics OR High School Diploma/GED with Military Advanced Electronics Training Course

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability and willingness to work off shifts and weekends
• Ability and willingness to work either 2nd shift (3:00 PM to 11:00 PM) or 3rd shift (11:00 PM to 7:00 AM) Monday - Friday.

Desired Characteristics:

• Minimum 3 years work experience in Manufacturing Facility in a technical maintenance role
• Familiarity with electrical motors and control circuits
• Strong electrical fundamental and safety knowledge (electrical schematics, NFPA 79, LOTO)
• Prior experience with operating systems, software and ladder logic (Fanuc, Siemens) used in PLC systems to diagnose and repair circuits to restore operation.

The hourly base pay range for this position is $37.47/hr to $45.68/hr. 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. This position is also eligible for a Night Shift Bonus of $1.00/hour.

*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.
• Available 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 two weeks of annual vacation (which may be pro-rated based on start date).

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 Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf) . 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

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position only:

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

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on September 24, 2026.

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.

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.