Machine Repair Technician

About the role

GE Aerospace is hiring a Machine Repair technician in Muskegon. The role covers diagnosing, troubleshooting and repairing machine tools and equipment, including complex electronic and electrical systems and data handling equipment, and involves working with contractors and suppliers on repair and installation projects.

Key responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot and repair machine tools and equipment, including electronic/electrical systems and data handling equipment.
• Work with leadership to schedule and layout work as necessary.
• Troubleshoot and repair or replace worn or damaged parts on CNC/EDM machinery, pumps, circuit boards and water filtration systems.
• Maintain plant property such as buildings, machinery and equipment, where moderate skill in more than one trade is needed.
• Supervise and/or train team members as necessary.
• Work with contractors and suppliers on planning and installing repairs, rearranging machinery, and with machine tool builders on maintenance work.

Required profile

• Journeyman certificate or equivalent experience.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and in a team-oriented environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be at least 18 years old; the role may involve hazardous operations, chemicals and shifts beyond a standard week.
• Must be able to obtain a forklift and aerial lift license, complete first aid/CPR training to qualify as a first responder, and become NFPA 70B certified in electrical awareness.
• Access to U.S. export-controlled information is required; employment is contingent on proving U.S. person status (lawful permanent resident, citizen, asylee or refugee).

Required skills

• Experience troubleshooting equipment and electrical repair.
• Familiarity with schematics, ladder logic and blueprint reading.
• Ability to safely operate a multimeter, basic hand tools and other testing equipment.
• Desired: basic computer navigation skills.