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Machinist Apprentice Program 1st Shift

GE Vernova


Job Location:

Greenville, NC - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 27 - 27
Posted: 29 September 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 27 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description Summary
Learn to become a machinist working in GE Greenvilles Gas Turbine Manufacturing Factory. Learn all aspects of machining and gas turbine manufacturing through a machinist apprenticeship program. The 3-year program provides multiple rotations through the factory to learn machining assembly Lean fundamentals inspection CAD applications as well as on-machine and CNC Programming.

Job Description

GE Vernova Greenville Gas Turbine Machinist Apprentice Program combines both academic studies and on-the-job training to develop the fundamentals required to become a skilled machinist with GE Power.

Program Summary

  • Specialized 3-year program combining on-the-job training with coursework through local community college

  • Apprentices paid for on-the-job training

  • Tuition fees and books paid by GE Vernova (via Tuition Reimbursement)*

  • Mentoring teamwork ongoing reviews

  • Earn a 2-year Machine Tool Technology Associates Degree

  • Training in basic measurements safety print reading NX CAD/CAM and many other manufacturing processes

What the Machinist Program Provides

  • Hands on experience working in a manufacturing environment

  • Skill set with the latest machining technology

  • Personal development through coaching and mentoring

  • Ability to make a measurable impact

  • Entry into an in-demand skilled craft

  • Time given to attend school in lieu of work

Qualifications/Requirements

  • Must have a high school diploma GED or equivalent by the start of the program on December 7th 2026.

  • Maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA per semester and cumulative

  • 18 years or older by December 7th 2026

  • Successful completion of a background check and drug screen

  • 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

  • Wear personal protective equipment for example safety glasses gloves hats ear plugs and safety shoes

  • Work in a tobacco free environment

Desired Qualifications

  • Strong mechanical and mathematical aptitude

  • Strong Team member attitude and the ability to work closely with other apprentices

  • Ability and eagerness to learn

  • Great communication skills

  • Manufacturing or applicable mechanical experience

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position the base pay for this position is will be 27.78/hr.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

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 September 16 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.

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