Assembler Apprentice Program

GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy, while helping our customers power economies and deliver the electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. Are you excited at the opportunity to electrify and decarbonize the world?

What impact you’ll make:

In the Assembler Apprentice Program will combine both academic studies and on-the-job training to develop the fundamentals required to become a skilled Assembler with GE Power.

# Job Description

Program Summary

- 1-year program (registered with the Department of Labor) combining on-the-job training with coursework through local community college.

- On-the-job training will be based in either Turbine Assembly or Rotor Assembly/Rotor Repair Cells with shadowing opportunities outside the assigned cell.

- Apprentices paid for on-the-job training.

- Tuition, fees, and books will be paid by any available grants, scholarship funding and GE (via tuition reimbursement benefits).

- Mentoring, teamwork, and ongoing reviews.

- Training in safety, basic measurements, tooling, assembly, print reading, and many other manufacturing processes.

- Successfully complete the program and earn a GE Vernova Gas Turbine Assembly Technician Certificate.

What you’ll do

- Hands on experience working in a manufacturing environment.

- Build fundmantal tooling, assembly, and operational knowledeg of heavy frame gas turbines.

- Personal development through coaching and mentoring.

- Ability to make a measurable impact.

- Entry into an in-demand skilled craft.

- Participate in Team activities for Human Resources, Problem Solving, 5S, Kaizen and Lean Manufacturing continuous improvements projects.

What you’ll bring

- Strong mechanical and mathematical aptitude.

- Ability to maintain a minimum average grade of “C” or higher on all course work completed.

- Strong team member attitude, and the ability to work closely with other apprentices and trainers.

- Ability and eagerness to learn.

- Great communication skills.

- Manufacturing or applicable mechanical/electrical experience.

Eligibility / Qualifications:

- Successfully pass an extensive interview process.

- Successfully pass all Assessments.

- Ability and willingness to work normal operating hours such as 1st shift (6:45AM-2:45PM), 2nd shift (2:45PM-10:45PM) or 3rd shift (10:45PM -6:45AM). Note: Apprentices will typically work 1st shift for the duration of the yearlong program.

- In addition, business needs may require overtime, or weekend shifts.

- Perform other assigned duties as required.

Pay Rate: The pay for this position is $26.71 per hour. After successfully graduating from the program, this position is also eligible for shift premium when you work on an off shift i.e. 2nd or 3rd shift. Plus $1.00 USD an hour on top of base pay. This posting is expected to close on Feb 13th, 2025.

Benefits Available to You

GE Vernova employees rise to the challenge of building a world that works. In order to meet this mission, we provide varied, competitive benefits to help support our workforce: Our Culture | GE Vernova (gecareers.com)

- Our compensation & benefits are designed to reward high performers and help you manage your personal and family needs. We offer a robust benefits package depending on your employment status and your national requirements.

- A healthy, balanced lifestyle can mean different things to different people. We've created programs that support the way you live and work today.

- GE Vernova invests to provide opportunities to grow your career by providing a path for continued on-the-job learning and development.

Inclusion

At GE Vernova, we believe in the value of your unique identity, background and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture, where everyone feels empowered to do their best work because they feel accepted, respected and that they belong. Click here to learn more: https://jobs.gecareers.com/vernova/global/en/i-d-e

# Additional Information

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

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position only:

- The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on January 05, 2026.

Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, 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 Vernova 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 financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance and 12 paid holidays. New hires also two weeks of annual vacation (which may be pro-rated based on start date).

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova 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 GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.