Mechanical Assistant

Fieldcore; Cambridge, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training paid (online and in-person)

87+ travel opportunities

OSHA 10/30 reimbursement

Career advancement paths

Boot reimbursement

Glasses reimbursement

TWIC card reimbursement

State-of-the-art training center

Global travel potential

FieldCore supports growth

Job summary

FieldCore is looking for a Mechanical Assistant to join our craft field team and assist with maintenance, installations and inspections on client sites.

This role follows a seasonal outage cadence with 12-hour day or night shifts and 100% travel, offering hands-on training, strict safety practices, and the opportunity to work with large industrial equipment.

A high school diploma and mechanical aptitude are preferred; experience with hand tools and reading blueprints is a plus.

Qualifications

• Learn on the job with guidance from a mentor.
• Ability to follow directions and maintain safety
• Basic hand/power tool knowledge and reading drawings

Responsibilities

• Assist with mechanical maintenance activities on client sites.
• Support installations, upgrades, inspections and operations.
• Read blueprints and schematics to determine work procedures.
• Move, align and install machinery and equipment.
• Work on equipment with or without supervision.

Skills

Mentor/OJT

Follow directions

Safety PPE

Hand tools

Reading blueprints

Read schematics

Machine alignment

Dismantling machinery

Repair large equipment

Move machinery

Assemble/install equipment

Unsupervised work

Education

High School Diploma preferred

Technical program completion

Industrial outage maintenance experience

Tools

Blueprint reading

Schematic interpretation

Job description

FieldCore is looking for an exceptional Mechanical Assistant to join our craft field team!

About GE Vernova

GE Vernova is a planned, purpose-built global energy company that includes Power, Wind, and Electrification businesses and is supported by its accelerator businesses of Advanced Research, Consulting Services, and Financial Services. Building on over 130 years of experience tackling the world’s challenges, GE Vernova is uniquely positioned to help lead the energy transition by continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to decarbonize it. GE Vernova helps customers power economies and deliver electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. GE Vernova is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, U.S., with more than 80,000 employees across 100+ countries around the world.

Let’s Talk about the Role

As the Mechanical Assistant you will assist with all Mechanical Maintenance activities as directed by Senior Mechanical or Maintenance/Supervisor staff to support clients’ installations, maintenance, upgrades, inspections, and ongoing operations.

This role follows a seasonal cadence aligned with our major outage schedule. Our peak demand periods occur during the Spring (March–May) and Fall (September–November). During the Summer and Winter months, the workload transitions to a slower pace, which is ideal for those who prefer a better work-life balance or extended time off during the off-season.

How You Will Make a Difference

• Work with a Mentor as a Mentee. Learn On the Job Training OJT.
• Ability to follow direction.
• Proactive in Safety and use all proper PPE.
• Quality work. Consistently demonstrate a high level of workmanship.
• Have basic hand/power tool knowledge.
• Possess knowledge about specific activity tools and be able to use them safely.
• Ability to work unsupervised on any part of an equipment maintenance project.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematic drawings to determine work procedures.
• Ability to align machines and equipment, using hoists, jacks, hand tools, squares, rules, micrometers, lasers, and plumb bobs
• Experience dismantling machinery or equipment
• Should have experience with repair and or rebuild of large industrial equipment.
• Ability to move machinery and equipment
• Assembly and installation of equipment
• Perform other duties as assigned

Special Role Requirements:

• High School Diploma preferred
• Preferred mechanical experience or completion a technical program
• Experience in industrial outage maintenance desired
• Willing to work 12 hours on Day or Night Shift.
• 100% travel is required

What’s in it For You (Compensation and Benefits)

The hourly wage range for this position is $23.00. Employees may be eligible for overtime. FieldCore benefits include insurance (medical, dental, vision, disability, and life), retirement savings, health and Wellness reimbursement, and a bonus or incentive program. Eligibility for FieldCore benefits is determined under the terms of the applicable benefits plan.

• All Training is paid for (online courses and in-person)
• 100% of GSA Per Diem Rate.
• Quarterly Kahuna Competency Review/Raises (get .25 cents once 20% is completed)
• Career Paths for advancement (control over own promotions, training, learning)
• Boot reimbursement
• Glasses Reimbursement
• TWIC Card Reimbursement
• OSHA 10/30 Reimbursement
• Access to state-of-the-art technology & tooling
• Most advanced classroom & hands on training center (industry leading curriculum)
• Ability to travel the world if you so desire
• Career paths that extend beyond the Field within the company

We're determined to be the best place to grow

People are the heart of our organization and we put them first in everything we do. From professional development to a wide range of training opportunities, we continually strive to create an empowering and healthy place to work. Combining our values of growth and World-Class Execution is what sets our workplace apart from the rest. Only FieldCore can offer this wide range of opportunities across the power generation industry, combined with excellent career paths in technical, functional and leadership areas.

Inclusion & Diversity

We are passionate about creating an inclusive work environment. By valuing the ideas and contributions of a diverse workforce we help inspire others to grow, succeed, and raise the bar for everyone.

FieldCore is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetic information, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law

Join us at FieldCore where results can be achieved by embracing a community of belonging.