Industrial Electrical Technician
GE Vernova · Schenectady, NY · 4 wk ago
On-siteManagement$37.47–$45.68/hrFull-time
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.
Responsibilities
- 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, motor controls, electronic drives, PLC, instrumentation and sensors
Requirements
- Ability and willingness to work off shifts and weekends
Qualifications
- Associate’s Degree in Electrical Technology/Mechatronics OR High School Diploma/GED with Military Advanced Electronics Training Course
Skills
- Minimum 3 years work experience in a manufacturing facility in a technical maintenance role
- Familiarity with electrical motors and control circuits
- Strong electrical fundamentals 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
Schedule
- 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
Pay
- Hourly base pay range: $37.47/hr to $45.68/hr
- Specific pay influenced by experience, education, and skill set
- Eligible for contractually negotiated general wage increases and COLA increases
- Night Shift Bonus: $1.00/hour
- Geographic differential: 110%, 120%, or 130% of salary in certain areas
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
- Access to a Health Coach (24/7 nurse‑based resource)
- Access to the Employee Assistance Program (24/7 confidential assessment