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GE Vernova

Heavy Equipment Operator

Schenectady, NY

Job Description Summary

Under general supervision operate various pieces of heavy construction equipment in support of site facilities maintenance operations. To include wheel loaders, backhoes, 45T mobile crane, dump trucks, mini-excavators, track excavators, skid steers, snowplow trucks, pickup trucks, fork trucks, tractor trailers with flatbeds, telescoping material handler, concrete road saw, compaction roller, air compressor, and vibratory compactor. To also include hand tools and handheld power tools, concrete core drill and jack hammer.

Job Description

DUTIES & RESPONSIBLITIES

  • Support all site excavations for new infrastructure installations and repairs of existing systems and structures
  • Perform basic vehicle equipment maintenance such as safety checks, fluid checks and topping off as needed, grease fittings, re-fueling, cleaning, and assisting with minor repairs.
  • Perform scrap wood crushing and loading operations with excavator
  • Perform basic forming and concrete placement and finishing for small facilities projects
  • Perform roadway and parking lot asphalt repairs and installations
  • Perform snow plowing and snow removal for the site using wheel loaders with pusher blades, plow trucks with salters, skid steer with snow blower, push snow blowers, and handheld ice chisels and shovels as needed to provide an overall safe environment for all site employees.
  • Set shoring boxes, steel plate shoring, perimeter fencing, safety handrails, and support excavation de-watering operations to provide a safe work environment.
  • Perform inter-plant trucking pickup and delivery of materials and supplies
  • Work at heights in scissor lifts and boom lifts
  • Operate fork trucks for material movement and unloading of deliveries
  • Ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies
  • Promote continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices
  • Order materials for job execution such as stone, sand, topsoil, concrete, asphalt, etc.
  • Use current CMMS work order system to complete job assignments
  • Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

  • Associate's Degree in applicable field

OR

  • High School Diploma/GED with Military advanced training in applicable field

OR

  • High School Diploma/GED with a Journeyman credentials in applicable field

Eligibility Requirements

  • CDL A Driver's License

DESIRED REQUIREMENTS

  • New Yor State Vehicle Inspector certification
  • New Yor State Mobile Crane operator certification
  • Welding & torch cutting experience

The pay range for this position is $30.90 to $37.61 per hour. You will be eligible for overtime. This posting is expected to close on May 1, 2024.

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a Sponsor"). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

Client-provided location(s): Schenectady, NY, USA
Job ID: GE_power-GE11GLOBALR3753648EXTERNALENGLOBAL
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Leadership Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)