FAME-Maintenance Technician Apprentice
FAME-Maintenance Technician Apprentice
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The GEA Way
At GE Appliances a Haier company we come together to make good things for the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S. were powered by creators thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that theres always a better believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore discover and build good things together.
The GEA Way philosophy backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work invent create do business and serve our communities:we come togetherwe always look for a better way andwe create possibilities.
Interested in joining us on our journey
The Maintenance Technician Apprentice supports appliance manufacturing operations to ensure equipment reliability and uptime in support of safety quality delivery and cost objectives. It is an industrial maintenance apprentice role involving machine setup troubleshooting repair and preventative maintenance to mechanical electrical pneumatic and hydraulic equipment.Position
FAME-Maintenance Technician ApprenticeLocation
USA Louisville KYHow Youll Create Possibilities
Trainees will be assigned to a mentor.
Trainees will work 3 days per week and attend school 2 days per week (1st shift). They are expected to work during school breaks and school inclement weather days.
Trainees will be required to take all appropriate safety training as determined by the company and the mentor.
Trainees will be offered overtime after the full list has been offered across all 3 shifts.
Trainees will not be used as Journeymen or Replacement Operators.
Trainees will be on probation during the 2-year program.
Trainees may pursue the Maintenance Apprenticeship Program beginning at MA3 level (see chart below) after completion of the KY FAME program pending management approval.
Trainees are required to participate in rotational evaluations during the 2-year program and are required to successfully complete each core AMT technical course with a C grade or higher to remain in the KY FAME program.
Trainees who fail to meet the academic requirements to graduate from the 2-year program within the allotted 5 semesters will be terminated from the program. They may be offered employment in an hourly role per the needs of GE Appliances. Trainees who are not considered hirable or who refuse this role will be terminated from the company and will be required to repay any tuition reimbursement funds per the Retention Agreement.
Trainees who fail to meet performance attendance or ethics expectations on the job will be terminated from the program. They may be offered an hourly role per the needs of GE Appliances. Trainees who do not qualify for hire or who refuse the offered role will be terminated from the company and will be required to repay any tuition reimbursement funds per the Retention Agreement.
Under Journeyman Supervision Apprentices will:
- Maintain troubleshoot repair and improve hydraulic pneumatic electrical and mechanical equipment
- Diagnose and troubleshoot VFDs and Servo Drives setting and adjusting parameters and replacement of such devices
- Perform preventive maintenance
- Complete shop records and use reporting systems following established procedures
- Provide quick response to maintenance requests and calls from maintenance leadership and manufacturing operations teams
- Follow safe work methods and procedures at all times to avoid injury to self and co-workers or damage to company property including use of all required personal protective equipment following safety precautions (e.g. LOTO) ensuring machine guards etc.
- Perform welding and plumbing as needed
- Follow proper housekeeping standards to ensure clean and organized maintenance work areas
- Adhere to all company policies and practices
- The factories are not climate controlled conditions can be hot or cold.
- Operate motorized equipment including but not limited to scissor lifts JLGs fork trucks etc.
- Use a wide range of powered tools and hand tools and vibratory tools/equipment.
- Physical demands of the position include: Frequently handling various parts and/or equipment; frequently standing walking reaching at shoulder and waist level bending pushing/pulling grasping pinching using fine motor dexterity and neck flexion; occasionally sitting reaching overhead reaching at knee and floor level stooping squatting crouching kneeling crawling climbing ladders/stairs pivoting twisting neck extension and rotation shoulder circumduction and lying supine. Handling and lifting parts/equipment lifting minimum 86 lbs. carrying 62 lbs. and pushing/pulling 75 lbf.
- Ability to work with parts/equipment which may be hot cold and/or wet.
- Ability to work outside in all weather conditions.
- Ability to work at heights.
What Youll Bring to Our Team
- Must have a high school diploma GED or GED equivalent
- Must be enrolled in the KY FAME program.
- Minimum 18 years of age
- Must possess a valid Drivers License
- Good work ethic and a positive attitude; willingness to learn new ways and meet expectations of the various maintenance assignments
- Dependability; demonstrate and maintain good attendance and punctuality
- Mechanical aptitude ability to understand basic mechanical concepts and relationships
- Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions in English
- Ability to work in a loud/noisy environment
- Ability to change shifts and work overtime and weekends as required
- Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without an accommodation including but not limited to: Frequently handling various parts and/or equipment; frequently standing walking reaching at shoulder and waist level bending pushing/pulling grasping pinching using fine motor dexterity and neck flexion; occasionally sitting reaching overhead reaching at knee and floor level stooping squatting crouching kneeling crawling climbing ladders/stairs pivoting twisting neck extension and rotation shoulder circumduction and lying supine. Handling and lifting parts/equipment lifting minimum 86 lbs. carrying 62 lbs. and pushing/pulling 75 lbf.
- Ability to work with parts/equipment which may be hot cold and/or wet.
- Ability to work outside in all weather conditions.
- Ability to work at heights.
Our Culture
Our work is centered on our People and Culture as reflected in our Zero Distance philosophy and we recognize the importance of reaffirming our commitment to inclusion and diversity (I&D).This underscores our commitment to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued connected and empowered to contribute while positioning our organization to adapt seamlessly to the evolving needs of our workforce and communities.
This reflects our dedication to creating solutions that: Empower colleagues by fostering an environment where all voices are heard valued and encouraged to contribute. Strengthen communities where we live and work. Reinforce a culture of belonging purpose and engagement. Reflect the diversity of the communities we serve through our workforce products and practices.
By further embedding Zero Distance into our People and Culture framework we will continue to build a deeply connected organization. We are cultivating a culture of engagement belonging and connection because while attracting new talent remains a priority retention is a cornerstone of our strategy.
GE Appliances is a trust-based organization. It is important we offer our employees the flexibility they need to do their best work while balancing the needs of the business and individuals. When you join GEA you will have the opportunity to work with your leader to create a flexible work arrangement that balances the needs of the individual team and organization.
GE Appliances 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.
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Employment Type
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