GE Power
Greenville Gas Turbine
Maintenance Technician Apprentice Program
The GE Greenville Gas Turbine Maintenance Technician Apprentice Program combines both
academic studies and on-the-job training to develop the fundamentals required to become a
skilled Maintenance Technician with GE Power.
Program
Summary
 Specialized five-year program
combining on-the-job training
with coursework through
Greenville Technical College
 Apprentices are paid for
academic and
on-the-job training
 Tuition, books and fees
paid by GE
 Mentoring, teamwork,
ongoing reviews
 Training in variety of machine
systems, CNC equipment,
PLC’s, direct current drives,
servo systems, numerical
control technologies,
hydraulics, and pneumatics
Candidate
Criteria
 High School Graduate
 18 years or older
 Pass a pre-employment
background check and
drug screen
 Favorably complete
employment evaluations
through applications, testing
and interviews
 External candidates only
Desired Qualifications
 Strong mechanical/electrical
and mathematical aptitude
 Ability and eagerness to learn
and to work with in a team
 Great communication skills
How to Apply
1. Starting July 5, 2016, visit our career website at www.gegasturbinejobs.com
2. Complete an application for the job titled:
Maintenance Technician Apprentice Program-(5 Year)
3. Last date to apply: August 30, 2016
Have questions? Email questions to gasturbinejobs.greenville@ge.com
What the Technician
Program Provides
 Hands-on experience
working in a manufacturing
environment
 A skill set based on the latest
mechanical, electrical,
pneumatic, and hydraulic
technology
 Personal development
through coaching and
mentoring
 Ability to make a
measurable impact
 Entry into an in-demand,
skilled craft
Frequently Asked Questions
Maintenance
What does a Maintenance Technician do?
A maintenance technician performs simple to very complex mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic
troubleshooting and repairs on a variety of precision production machinery. They work on machine systems such
as:
 Conventional Electronics
 Discreet Control Systems
 Direct Current Drives
 Servo Systems
 Numerical Control Technologies
 Hydraulics and Pneumatics
How can I learn more about Maintenance?
1. Learn more about maintenance while still in high school through local technical programs.
2. Visit Greenville Technical College’s website (www.gvltec.edu) and read about the classes offered in Technology
programs such as Mechatronics, Electronics and Mechanical Engineering.
3. Check out videos on GE’s YouTube channel. Select “Powering” and take a peek at what is going on at
GE Power.
Where can I gain hands-on skills while still in high school?
While still enrolled in high school, you can apply to take classes for part of the day at a local career center. Look for
a career center that has a Maintenance Technician class where you can gain valuable hands-on maintenance
experience with different machine systems. Speak with your teachers and guidance counselors about programs
offered at career centers in your area.
GE Gas Turbine Maintenance Technician Apprentice Program
What does the Apprentice Program prepare you for?
Apprentices are given the necessary training in machine systems including conventional electronics, discreet control
systems, CNC equipment, PLC’s, direct current drives, servo systems, numerical control technologies, hydraulics, and
pneumatics to prepare themselves for an in-demand, skilled craft. Apprentices will be enrolled in classes with the
other participants in the apprentice program. Throughout the course of the program, apprentices will complete
courses determined by GE that will fulfill the requirements for the Associate's in Applied Science– General Technology.
What is the duration of the program?
The program lasts five years. Apprentices will have five semesters of academic training and a minimum of 7000 hours
of on-the-job training.
Will I be paid while I am in the apprentice program?
Apprentices are paid for academic and on-the-job training. In addition, GE covers the cost of tuition, books, and other
fees while enrolled in the apprentice program unless other financial aid resources are applied.
Am I guaranteed to be offered a full-time job at the end of the program?
The availability of the Maintenance Technician positions may vary based on the business conditions and need.
Eligibility for available full-time positions is contingent upon the completion of the program in good academic
standing, performance evaluations, and passing job qualification tests.