Winder
- Full-Time
- Richmond, VA
- General Electric
- Posted 3 years ago – Accepting applications
Job Description Summary: **As a Winder you will perform operations involving the inspection, repair, replacement, installation and maintenance of all mechanical and electrical components in turbine Generators with emphasis on the Generator Rotating Field.
*This is a 3rd shift position. All candidates must be willing and able to work 3rd shift*
Job Description
Essential Responsibilities :
As a Winder you will:
- Perform mechanical disassembly / reassembly of generator rotors in high quality and timely fashion (i.e., removal and installation of coupling, fans, retaining rings, blower hubs, wedges, blocking)
- Perform work using drawings, work procedures or work orders with minimal supervision
- Braze either by torch, carbon or induction
- Perform all electrical tests and inspections
- Troubleshoot electrical or mechanical issues
Qualifications/Requirements :
- High School Diploma / GED
- Minimum of 2 years of experience with small to large motor, stator and/or electrical component winding
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
- This is a 3rd shift position. All candidates must be willing and able to work 3rd shift.
- Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening
- Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen and background check.
- Ability and willingness to work overtime, including off-hours, weekends, and holidays
Desired Characteristics :
- Associate’s Degree / Trade School Degree
- Minimum of 3 years of experience with generators or stators
- Minimum of 3 years of experience with assembling / disassembling end bells / retaining rings
- Minimum of 3 years of experience brazing, either by torch, carbon or induction
- Experience performing electrical testing
- Apprenticeship card from state certified apprenticeship programs
Additional Information**
GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE 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 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).
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About GE Gas Power
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Job Type: Full-time
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Shift Availability:
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Work Location:
- One location
Company's website:
- https://jobs.gecareers.com/global/en
Work Remotely:
- No
COVID-19 Precaution(s):
- Remote interview process
- Personal protective equipment provided or required
- Plastic shield at work stations
- Temperature screenings
- Social distancing guidelines in place
- Virtual meetings
- Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place