Steam/Gas Mechanic I - FieldCore

About the role

FieldCore, part of GE Vernova's Gas Power business, installs, maintains and upgrades power generation equipment. The Steam/Gas Mechanic is responsible for the safe installation, maintenance and repair of heavy rotating machinery used mainly in power generation, working closely with supervisors, EHS personnel and the Operations Department. The role may include other duties aligned with the FieldCore vision.

Key responsibilities

• Dismantle, assemble, move and align machinery and equipment using hoists, cranes, chain falls, hand tools, power tools, pneumatic and hydraulic tools, micrometers, rules, squares, plumb bobs, dial indicators and laser alignment equipment.
• Read blueprints, schematic drawings and technical documentation to determine work procedures.
• Ship and receive major pieces for T&D, and control shipping, receiving, inventory and tools, equipment and supplies.
• Inspect materials and machines with precision measuring equipment such as micrometers, calipers, protractors and torque wrenches.
• Perform machining and welding operations for parts used in lab and shop training equipment.
• Determine equipment specifications and prepare parts lists for purchasing, including mechanical, electrical and hydraulic devices.
• Load, transport and unload materials and tools, and carry out mechanical and electrical maintenance and repairs.
• Install machinery and equipment according to layout plans and drawings in industrial establishments.

Required profile

• At least one year of experience maintaining, dismantling and installing machinery and industrial service equipment, including pumps, motors, fans, generators and turbines.
• Valid driver's license.
• Willingness to work holidays, weekends and overtime as required by field assignments.
• Preferred: degree or associate degree in a technical field or in gas turbine systems.

Required skills

• Disassembly and reassembly of complex rotating equipment: bolting, hydraulic bolting, flange management, small-bore piping, basic rigging and lifting, and O/H crane operation.
• Mechanical and technical skills, oral communication skills and critical thinking.
• Ability to manage time-sensitive tasks and work independently and in a team.