Generator Repair Technician; Winder

Job Description Summary

As a Generator Repair Technician (Winder) you will perform operations involving the inspection, disassembly, assembly, repair, refurbishment, and maintenance of all mechanical and electrical components in Turbine Generators with emphasis on the Generator Rotating Field.

As a Winder you will:

Perform mechanical disassembly, refurbish & reassembly of generator rotors in high quality and timely fashion using induction heating machines, large propane torches, overhead cranes and various hand and power tools (i.e. removal and installation of couplings, fans, retaining rings, wedges, blocking, copper coils)

Perform work according to technical drawings and work procedures with minimal supervision

Braze copper winding connectors by propane torches and induction heaters.

Perform and assist with all generator's electrical diagnostic tests according to testing procedures.

Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues

Participate in continuous improvement projects.

High School Diploma / GED or Equivalent or 2 years of relevant work experience

Minimum of 3 years of experience working in a mechanical or repair field

This position is 100% onsite at GE Atlanta Service Center in Chamblee, GA.

Ability and willingness to work overtime, including off-hours, weekends, and holidays.

Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future

Must successfully complete a drug screen and background check

Associate’s Degree / Trade School Degree

Minimum of 2 years of experience with small to large generators, electric motors, stator and/or electrical component winding

Minimum of 3 years of experience with assembling / disassembling end bells / retaining rings

Minimum of 3 years of experience brazing, either by torch or induction

Experience performing electrical testing

Apprenticeship card from state certified apprenticeship program

The pay for this position is at $29.9327/hour.

This position is also eligible for a $1.00/hour shift differential hourly rate increase.

This posting is expected to close when a suitable candidate has been identified.

Employees are eligible for scheduled monthly pay increases and additional pay progression opportunities.

The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.

This position is also eligible for Relocation Assistance.

medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services.

the GE 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 planning consultants.

tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “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.

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