Industrial Mechanical Technician

GE Vernova, Inc.; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 51,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift bonus

Geographic differential

Health insurance

Job summary

GE Vernova, Inc. is seeking an Industrial Mechanical Technician to operate, maintain and improve system-controlled robotics, machine tools and equipment at our U.S. facility. This role emphasizes hands-on maintenance, diagnosis, and parts planning for reliable production.

The ideal candidate has an Associate’s Degree in Mechanical Discipline or a Military Machinist Training background, with 3+ years in manufacturing maintenance and the ability to work 2nd or 3rd shift, including weekends.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Mechanical Discipline or a High School Diploma/GED with Military Machinist Training.
• Ability and willingness to work off shifts and weekends.
• Willingness to work 2nd shift (3:00 PM - 11:00 PM) or 3rd shift (11:00 PM - 7:00 AM).

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and improve system-controlled robotics, machine tools and equipment.
• Identify and evaluate equipment condition and plan repairs/rebuilds.
• Own preventative maintenance and extensive repairs; diagnose problems, plan work and order parts.
• Maintain and modify machine tools, conveyors, process equipment, and related facilities.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Hydraulic knowledge

Safety knowledge (LOTO)

Precision measurement tools

Education

Associate’s Degree in Mechanical Discipline

High School Diploma/GED with Military Machinist Training

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Industrial Mechanical Technician will be responsible for the operation, maintenance and improvement of system-controlled robotics, machine tools and equipment.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

• As the Industrial Mechanical Technician, you will:


• Identify and evaluate the condition of equipment and determine strategy to repair and rebuild


• Own preventative maintenance and extensive repairs; diagnose problems, plan and complete work required, identify and order parts


• Maintain and modify machine tools, conveyors, process equipment, facilities including spindles, pumps, motors, guarding, drives, bearings, lead screws including lubrication fluids and coolant


• Apply knowledge of components, devices and equipment used in industrial equipment applications and the related mechanics including various machine tools, measurement devices, lathes

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree in Mechanical Discipline OR High School Diploma/GED with a Military Machinist Training Course

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability and willingness to work off shifts and weekends


• Ability and willingness to work 2nd shift (3:00 PM to 11:00 PM) or 3rd shift (11:00 PM to 7:00 AM)

Desired Characteristics:

• Minimum 3 years work experience in Manufacturing Facility in a technical maintenance role


• Strong mechanical and hydraulic fundamental and safety knowledge (schematics, precision measurement tools, LOTO)

The hourly base pay range for this position is $37.11 to $45.65. 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.

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. 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.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).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.