Job Description Summary
The GE Greenville Gas turbine Assembler Apprentice Program combines 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 include rotations in Unit Assembly, Rotor Assembly/Repair, Casings Assembly and Unit-to-Base.
- 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 the A-Assembler Program Provides
- Hands on experience working in a manufacturing environment.
- Build fundamental tooling, assembly, and operational knowledge 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.
Desired Qualifications
- 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 required assessments, including tests of mechanical aptitude, basic math, tape measure usage, and gauge reading
- Ability and willingness to work rotating or fixed shifts, including 1st (6:45 AM–2:45 PM), 2nd (2:45 PM–10:45 PM), and 3rd (11:45 PM–6:45 AM) shifts. Please note: Apprentices will remain on 1st shift for the first year of the program. Upon graduation, apprentices will be assigned to an off-shift (2nd or 3rd)
- In addition, business needs may require overtime, or weekend shifts.
- Perform other assigned duties as required.
Pay Rate: The pay for this position is $27.78 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.
Competitive benefits package to include:
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.
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GE Vernova, 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 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 August 17, 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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