Tooling Specialist

GE Vernova; Horn Lake (MS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) savings plan with company matching

Tuition assistance

Paid parental leave

12 paid holidays

Job summary

GE Vernova in Horn Lake, MS is hiring a Tooling Technician II responsible for managing tooling operations and logistics for Wind Turbine tooling. You will ensure safety and cleanliness in the workplace while handling inventory control and inspections of electrical and mechanical tooling.

The ideal candidate will have at least a high school diploma or GED and 2+ years of relevant experience. Additional benefits include relocation assistance and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 2+ years work experience in related field for internal applicants.
• Experience in hydraulic, electrical, or mechanical processes is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and organized work area.
• Conduct operations checks and maintenance on tooling.
• Manage logistical requirements for tool orders and shipping.

Skills

Basic electrical inspections

Basic mechanical inspections

Customer service

Inventory control

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates Degree or 2yr Technical Degree

Tools

Maximo inventory management

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Tooling Technician II (WFO Pr) will be responsible for all operations associated with fulfilling requests and receiving returning orders for Wind Turbine tooling from the North America Tool Center as well as facility daily upkeep and maintenance of tooling. This individual will be responsible for inventory control, build out of tool orders & tool kits, receiving operations, as well as material handling and logistics coordination for tooling to/from the Tool Center.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

• Maintains a safe, clean, and well-organized work area at all times.
• Be responsible for basic (visual, electrical, & mechanical inspections) operations checks and maintenance of electrical, mechanical, & hydraulic tooling and lift equipment which is primarily used in wind turbine installation, maintenance, and repair.
• Provide excellent customer service, detailed inventory control, on time shipping and receiving of wind turbine installation, service, and repair tools.
• Use expertise and a systematic approach to a problem solving in order to effectively identify and solve equipment electrical, mechanical, and/or hydraulic problems within the Tooling Center.
• Perform operations checks, minor preventative maintenance/repairs, inspections on wind-specific industrial tooling. Example: Lifting devices, hydraulic & electrical torque, mechanical tools, mechanical and electrical measuring devices.
• Actively prepare all logistical requirements processing tool orders, shipping and returns, using established inventory control systems & procedures in support of North America.
• Assembly and/or inventory of tooling kits with detailed documentation to ensure receipt by commissioning & services personnel.
• Learn and execute international customs and all other import/export shipment of tools.
• Analyze and recommend spare tooling/part inventory levels, organize stock for orderly storage, and monitor availability.
• Update/maintain Maximo inventory/asset management system per established processes.
• Performs purchasing functions to include sourcing & bidding, application or GE savings practices, and purchase order creation.
• Demonstrates a high level of attention to EHS & 5s standards to include obstacles and potential hazards and raising concerns to leadership.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED, AND
• Internal; 2+ years work experience as a Wind Technician, OR
• External; 2+ years of comparable work experience as a Wind Technician, OR
• Associates Degree or 2yr Technical Degree from an accredited college, university, or technical college; with 4yrs of hydraulic, electrical, mechanical work experience; OR
• Internal; Associates Degree or 2yr Technical Degree from an accredited college, university, or technical college; with 6yrs of applicable warehouse experience; and relevant experience in electrical, mechanical, or hydraulic processes;

Additional Requirements

• Ability and willingness to obtain a Forklift Certification
• Ability to learn and use an inventory control program
• Handle repetitive weight up to 45lbs (w/​out assist), +45lbs (w/assist)
• Ability and willingness to support the operation on off hours and seven days a week as required.
• Ability to work within a team environment, asking questions, and providing feedback as needed.

Desired Characteristics

• Ability to strictly follow GE inventory processes and procedures as directed, preferably experience with Maximo
• Ability to learn and use an inventory control program
• Wind turbine installation and maintenance experience
• Ability and willingness to interpret technical manuals, procedures, and regulations.
• Ability to work with a variety of personnel at all levels at the Tool Center, suppliers, and Wind Sites
• Heavy Lift Equipment familiarity, Crane, Rigging, below the hook lifting equipment technical knowledge.
• Prior tool maintenance, inspection, troubleshooting, or distribution experience.
• Working understanding of the operation, maintenance, or repair of modern industrial electronic, hydraulic, and mechanical tooling / or heavy lift equipment and lifting devices.
• Safety focused inventory control experience.
• High degree of customer service and a sense of urgency for tools fulfillment to customers.
• Ability and willingness to take initiative and work without direct supervision.
• Working understanding of Microsoft applications Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, BOX, and Smartsheets.
• Liftra Experience

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: Yes

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 June 03, 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.