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Job Description Summary

The Asheville Maintenance Technician will maintain production and facility support equipment to required specifications. As a Maintenance Technician you will be required to diagnose, repair, and calibrate mechanical, electro-mechanical, and electronic control systems for CNC machine tools, manufacturing processes, test equipment, facility/ utility and other associated equipment. Troubleshooting problems that may result from programming, tooling, machine set-up, instrumentation, calibration, component failure, and other errors. Must actively participate in a team-based environment, participate in problem solving groups, and train other Maintenance Technicians.

Job Description

About GE Aerospace

Are you ready to elevate your future? You'll be warmly welcomed at GE Aerospace where we are advancing aviation technologies for today and tomorrow. Your work will contribute to the production of advanced jet engines, components, and integrated systems that power commercial and military aircraft. You'll be part of a team that embraces your drive, your

curiosity, and your unique ideas and perspectives. You'll learn and achieve as part of an on- going LEAN transformation. And, most importantly, you'll share in our pride and purpose that affects the lives of millions around the world.

Working at our Asheville Facilities

Our Asheville campus is the career home for people who share a commitment to learning, achieving and collaboration. The campus includes a facility for production of highly complex rotating parts engineered for commercial and military aircraft engines. In addition, our Ceramic Matrix Composites facility produces high-tech, more efficient components to power the worlds

aircraft engines of tomorrow. With a product mix including shafts, seals, retainers, and discs, we're bringing quality to enhance commercial, military, marine and industrial engine performance.

Job Overview:

Maintains production and facility support equipment to planned production and quality specifications. Responsibility includes electronic, pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical, utility systems, and facility equipment components. Leads problem solving groups and trains other Technicians.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities:

• Maintain, repair, install, adjust, and modify complex process equipment and instrumentation. Work with qualified operators or support teams to validate corrective actions and demonstrate satisfactory operating condition.
• Read, interpret, and follow intricate and complex blueprints, schematics, and instruction manuals as they apply to the hydraulic, pneumatic, and electro-mechanical components of equipment and manufacturing process equipment.
• Electrical skills and knowledge which includes:
• Diagnosing issues in wiring, circuits, control panels, and electrical components.
• Using tools such as multimeters, circuit testers, and oscilloscopes to identify faults.
• Replacing or repairing faulty components like motors, switches, relays, and transformers.
• Ensure proper grounding and insulation to prevent electrical hazards.
• Mechanical skills and knowledge which includes:
• Identifying issues in mechanical components such as gears, bearings, belts, and hydraulic systems.
• Diagnosing problems like unusual noises, vibrations, or leaks.
• Replacing worn-out parts, lubricating moving components, and aligning machinery.
• Train production and technical support personnel as required. Role model for peers and leadership.
• Take a lead role in completing problem solving assignments and create documentation for future trouble shooting.
• Ability to drive root cause for recurring issues.
• Dependable - volunteers for overtime on holidays and weekends to support maintenance initiatives.
• Requires minimal follow up and completes work as scheduled. Takes initiative to complete tasks outside normal responsibility.
• Utilize Maximo (CMMS) to obtain and complete work orders, in-order to keep accurate documentation of work and machine history.
• Must utilize required documentation practices as described in site quality procedures.
• Responsible for performing preventive and predictive maintenance on all facility and process equipment. Update documentation as required.
• Performs duties and tasks conforming to all safety regulations and procedures, such as LOTO, confined space, Fall Protection/Arrest, hot work permits, and NFPA 70e. Keep facilities, materials, and work areas clean and orderly, exercise good housekeeping practices (5S).
• Maintain a positive attitude that encompasses a team environment.
• Use of ladders, powered hand tools, fork trucks, scissor lifts and other equipment to perform maintenance duties.
• Active participation in daily team meetings and activities, cooperates and relates well with others, practices direct professional communication with team members, be open to new ideas from team members.

Basic Qualifications/Requirements:

• High School Diploma, or GED equivalent
• 2 to 3 years of experience in maintaining mechanical and electrical systems within an industrial setting
• Basic computer and keyboarding skills

Desired Qualifications:

• Associates degree in technical field of trade school certificate desired
• Knowledge and understanding of logic and complex systems (PLC's, robotics, etc.)
• Knowledge and understanding of laser operations, furnace equipment, CNC equipment and associated tooling/fixtures.
• Understanding of facility infrastructure and utility equipment.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to train other technicians, engineers, operators, or support personnel.
• MS Office knowledge
• Heavy lifting (up to 50lbs), pushing, pulling, climbing, crawling, bending, and/or squatting/stooping or working in tight places or above shoulder height.

This role may encounter high risk or hazardous operations and/or include working shifts beyond a standard workweek. As such, a requirement of the role is to be at least 18 years of age by the time of joining.

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace 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 Aerospace 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