Maintenance Utility Technician

GE Aerospace; Muskegon (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Paid parental leave

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

GE Aerospace is seeking a Maintenance Support Technician in Muskegon, MI to perform general maintenance, preventive work, and support centralized shop systems. The role requires mechanical aptitude, safety adherence, and the ability to perform physical tasks in a dynamic facility environment.

Key duties include operating and repairing equipment, completing work orders, and assisting repair teams while following GE EHS standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in mechanical service or basic repair tasks.
• Ability to read and follow detailed work instructions.
• Able to perform non-routine physical tasks safely, including lifting.
• Ability to obtain forklift and aerial lift certifications.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and perform routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance tasks on Coopermatic equipment, evaporator systems, wastewater system filters, and air compressors.
• Complete assigned work orders for basic equipment repairs using the Maintenance Work Order system.
• Assist Machine Repairmen with projects and preventive maintenance tasks as needed.
• Demonstrate understanding and adherence to GE EHS and Security requirements.
• Perform shop clean-up, maintenance, and other support functions as directed by the maintenance leader.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Safety compliance

Reading blueprints/work instructions

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Fork truck certification

Aerial lift certification

LOTO certification

Job description

Job Description

The Maintenance Support Technician is responsible for performing general maintenance tasks, preventive maintenance, and supporting centralized shop systems to ensure the efficient operation of facility equipment and infrastructure. This role requires a strong mechanical aptitude, adherence to safety protocols, and the ability to perform physical tasks in a dynamic industrial environment.

Job Description Summary

Job Description

The Maintenance Support Technician is responsible for performing general maintenance tasks, preventive maintenance, and supporting centralized shop systems to ensure the efficient operation of facility equipment and infrastructure. This role requires a strong mechanical aptitude, adherence to safety protocols, and the ability to perform physical tasks in a dynamic industrial environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Equipment Operation and Service: Operate, maintain, and perform routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance tasks such as Coopermatic equipment, evaporator systems, wastewater system filters, and air compressors.
• Equipment Repairs: Complete assigned work orders for basic equipment repairs using the Maintenance Work Order system.
• Team Collaboration: Assist Machine Repairmen with projects and preventive maintenance tasks as needed.
• Compliance and Safety: Demonstrate understanding and adherence to GE EHS and Security requirements.
• General Maintenance Support: Perform shop clean-up, maintenance, and other support functions as directed by the maintenance leader.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Technical Skills: Ability to read and follow detailed work instructions; experience in mechanical service and basic repair tasks; understanding of facility and equipment technology.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to perform non-routine physical tasks safely, including lifting, elevated work, and manual labor. Must be self-motivated and able to work with minimal instruction.
• Certifications: Ability to obtain and maintain fork truck and aerial lift certification as well as LOTO certification.
• Experience: Minimum of 1-3 years of industrial maintenance or similar experience. Preferred to have experience with maintaining centralized industrial equipment.
• Teamwork: This role requires strong verbal and written communication skills, a commitment to continuous improvement, and the ability to adapt to evolving facility and equipment technologies. Weekend work appreciated during shutdown events.

This role may encounter high risk or hazardous operations, working with chemicals, and/or include working shifts beyond a standard workweek. As such, a requirement of the role is to be at least 18 years of age by the time of joining.

GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like Health Ahead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan 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.

GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., isa “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.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace 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 Aerospace 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). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

Relocation Assistance Provided: No