Huntsville I&E Mechanic A

Job description

3363658
Additional Cities

Huntsville
Career Level

Entry-Level
Relocation Assistance

No
Business

GE Aviation
Business Segment

Aviation Supply Chain
Function

Manufacturing
Country/Territory

United States
Additional States/Provinces

Alabama
Postal Code

35756
Role Summary/Purpose

The Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) Maintenance Technician will be responsible for the daily execution of assigned tasks and projects. This individual will be self-directed working within defined parameters and work plans to meet to meet all safety and operational goals. Work a rotating shift schedule while performing day-to-day inspections, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair and upkeep of plant equipment in a PSM governed plant.
Essential Responsibilities

·  Responsible for the completion of inspections, maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs on electrical and instrumentation systems in a 24-hour PSM facility.
·  Assisting in troubleshooting and making corrections to Distributed Control System (DCS), Programmable Logic Controls (PLC), and control software. 
·  As directed install, replace or repair process control instrumentation such as transmitters, controllers, control valves, flow meters, etc. 
·  Perform preventative maintenance, testing and calibrations as required by the Quality and Process Critical Instrumentation programs or other established procedures 
·  Basic ability to read and interpret equipment manuals, electrical schematics, and other specifications to determine the repair method on failed components. 
·  Ability to perform precision maintenance in the installation and alignment of equipment, utilizing safe rigging methods using hand or power tools. 
·  Correctly and accurately complete required paper work, correctly documenting all maintenance actions, parts and time. 
·  Ability to understand priority of daily work load and maintenance requirements based on safety, equipment critically, quality and production schedule requirements. 
·  Team focused, steps-in and willingly assist other crafts and operations department as required to ensure equipment is ready to meet productions schedules.

Qualifications/Requirements

Ability and willingness to work a rotating shift schedule.
Must qualify for and utilize specialized personal protective equipment as required for the position including arc flash, respirator, fall protection etc.
Must be able to climb stairs and ladders and occasionally work at heights.
Desired Characteristics

·  1+ Years of hands-on maintenance experience as an I&E in a manufacturing environment. 
·  Associate’s degree or Certificate from a two-year college in instrumentation technology or a related course of study. 
·  Ability to use calipers, micrometers, amp meters and gauges while performing maintenance on plant equipment. 
·  Understand and interpret requirements located in the NFPA 70e and the NFPA 79 
·  Takes initiative to meet target schedules, actively and continuously working to improve processes and procedures. 
·  History of working effectively with co-workers, leaders, and other employees.

About Us

GE (NYSE:GE) drives the world forward by tackling its biggest challenges. By combining world-class engineering with software and analytics, GE helps the world work more efficiently, reliably, and safely. GE people are global, diverse and dedicated, operating with the highest integrity and passion to fulfill GE’s mission and deliver for our customers. www.ge.com
GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is anEqual Opportunity Employer . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications

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).
Primary Country

United States
Primary State/Province

Alabama
Primary City

Huntsville