GE Vernova

Maintenance A - Mechanical and Electrical - 12 hour Shift

GE Vernova  •  $36.04 - $40.75/hr  •  Wilmington, NC (Onsite)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

*Rotating 12h Shift – 4th Shift *

Maintenance A – Mechanical & Electrical perform a wide variety of complicated maintenance work, involving setup, installation, alteration, repair or rearrangement of machines, facilities, or equipment and their related controls. Will work a substantial portion of the time in the electric and mechanical skill or trade. Will be required to perform maintenance work other than own specialty.

This position is for 4th shift rotating. Working hours rotate between 7 AM - 7PM and 7 PM - 7 AM. Overtime may be necessary at times to support business need.

The starting pay for this position will be $36.04/hour progressing to $40.75/hour after 6 months of satisfactory performance. While working the off-shift, you will receive an additional night-shift adder of $1, this transitions to 10% after 5 years of service. This roll is eligible for an additional $2 an hour for working in our ACA.

Roles and Responsibilities

Duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Responsible for setting up, maintaining, altering, installing, repairing or rearranging complex equipment or machines and their related controls. Will diagnose equipment malfunctions and perform corrections with minimum of supervision.
  • Required to tear down, overhaul, and reassemble intricate mechanisms, machines, apparatus, etc. involving complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic and lubricating systems.
  • Responsible for providing mechanical or electrical service on various types of machines or equipment.
  • Required to service and repair various systems and components for chemical or caustic equipment such as tanks, piping, sumps, etc.
  • Responsible for performing repair or preventative maintenance on a variety of equipment
  • Required to work with 480 voltage and below. This includes the changing of motors, contactors, overloads, motor starters, relays, 277v lighting and more.
  • Installs, repairs or services such facility or production systems and their related controls as water, sanitary, generators, compressors, chemicals, compressed air, gas, steam, plumbing, and waste treatment.
  • For controlled area assignments, must be able to successfully pass the Nuclear Safety Training Test, must wear protective clothing, and follow strict radiation protection, criticality, and industrial safety regulations. Must be medically and mentally capable of wearing appropriate respiratory equipment. Must pass all required IROFS testing elements.
  • Responsible for performing the most difficult repairing, installing or adjusting of the above machines or equipment, and performing work outside his specialty under the direction of supervision or higher rated personnel.
  • Required to operate machines and equipment to check the work performed and demonstrate satisfactory operating condition. Required to co-ordinate re-start of equipment with knowledgeable, trained operators to insure satisfactory operation after repairs.
  • Responsible for operating various types of moving equipment used in installation and repair work, such as forklift trucks, platform lift trucks, mobile crane, hoists, etc.
  • Must be able to perform other maintenance services besides own specialty.
  • Performs duties and tasks conforming to all safety regulations and procedures. Keeps facilities, materials and work areas clean and orderly, exercising good housekeeping practices.
  • Responsible for operating and maintaining equipment under specific plant permits and other regulations such as NPDES, DWQ, NRC, Etc. Activities would include correct documentation and follow up to ensure compliance.
  • Required to use a shop work order system, including logging time, entering failure notes and any pertinent information into the work order comments.
  • Must be able to work with minimal supervision and make independent sound process judgments.
  • Responsible for continuous adherence to all areas of industrial, radiation, and criticality safety regulations and requirements.
  • Interact with team leaders, maintenance coordinators, production advisors and other personnel to ensure setup and maintenance activities are consistent with production priorities. Assists operators in troubleshooting process equipment issues.
  • Required to read and interpret technical prints and/or effectively understand and follow oral instructions.
  • Other relevant duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

  • High school graduate (or GED). Formal training in specialty. Equivalent experience will be considered.
  • Minimum of two (2) years' experience of reading and interpreting complex mechanical and electrical drawings, sketches, and schematics (P&ID).
  • Minimum of three (3) years of experience in electrical and mechanical fields of maintenance work
  • Minimum of two (2) years of experience with voltage levels up to 480v.
  • Minimum of two (2) years of experience with basic computer skills, including ability to complete maintenance documentation, communication via email, access and retrieve information from the Internet, etc.
  • Must have minimum of two (2) years of proficient experience in operating at least two (2) of the following types of machine equipment: milling machines, drill, or punch presses (for metal fabrication), grinders (for metal fabrication), saws (for metal fabrication), shears, lathes, deburr/edge contouring machines, welding fabrication.
  • Minimum of three (3) years of experience with at least two of the following gauges: micrometers, vernier scales and calipers, and dial indicators.
  • Minimum of two (2) years of experience with each of the following: (a) troubleshooting mechanical and/or hydraulic systems; (b) troubleshooting and servicing control circuits; (c) industrial wiring; (d) 3-phase systems.
  • Minimum of two (2) years of experience with: (a) troubleshooting mechanical and/or hydraulic/pneumatic systems; (b) precision coupling and shaft alignment; (c) precision fitting;
  • Minimum of two (2) years of experience with manual welding.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Must be proficient with basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) and Shop Math, including decimals and fractions.
  • Must be able to perform mechanical measurements and visual inspections, as required
  • Required to work shift work in accordance with business needs. Will be expected to respond to scheduled overtime, hold over, or emergency call-in as required. May require employee wear a pager or cell phone.
  • Must be able to operate forklifts and/or cranes to handle heavy materials. A formal certification is preferred.
  • Must be physically able to manually lift of up to 50 lbs. Must be capable of manipulating of bulky, heavy machinery and parts, sometimes in awkward positions.
  • This role requires a strong ability to distinguish color variations
  • GE 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). This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. GE will require proof of status prior to employment.

Desired Characteristics

  • Associate's degree in a maintenance specialty or trade school desired.
  • Experience machine leveling, installation, and set-up experience is highly desirable.
  • Tube Reducer experience is highly desirable.

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 June 11, 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.

GE Vernova

About GE Vernova

GE Vernova is a purpose-built energy technology company on a mission to electrify to thrive and decarbonize the world.

It is made up of three businesses -- Power, Wind, and Electrification -- with focus on accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy, while helping our customers power economies and deliver the electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life.

The world needs more energy, smarter energy. With energy demand expected to grow by more than 50% in the next 20 years, we are continuously innovating to meet the moment…like we have for the past 130 years. The Energy of Change and relentless optimism are what drive us – it’s about never giving up and seeing what’s possible so that we deliver the energy technologies the world needs right now and for generations to come.

GE Vernova’s attitude and edge is embedded in its name. We retain our treasured legacy, “GE,” as an enduring and hard-earned badge of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” / “verde” signal Earth’s verdant and lush ecosystems. “Nova,” from the Latin “novus,” nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy that GE Vernova will help deliver.

Together, we have the energy to change the world.

Industry
Energy & Utilities
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Boston, Massachusetts
Year Founded
Unknown
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