GE is an equal opportunity employer, offering a great work environment, challenging career opportunities, professional training and competitive compensation.
At GE Vernova, we are united by a single, urgent, and optimistic mission: electrify to thrive and decarbonize. The world needs us to accelerate the transition to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy. Together, we have the energy to change the world.
The Operation & Maintenance Operator will assist the Control Room Operator in the operation of gas and steam turbines and supporting mechanical equipment to provide electrical power for a power plant located in Vancouver, Washington.
Essential Responsibilities
- Work with mechanical equipment that support the operation of the combined cycle power plant, which includes diesel engines, emergency diesel generator, heat recovery steam generator, reverse osmosis and CEDI water treatment systems, air compressors, motors, pumps, etc.
- Perform routine inspections and tests to ensure plant is operating at optimal level
- Monitor and maintain all required data logs/records outside of the control room
- Maintain log of meter and gauge reading and record data such as water test results and quantity of fuel consumed
- Assist in plant shutdown and startup procedures
- Operate all plant equipment/systems within scope of responsibility
- Assist/perform routine maintenance of basic plant equipment
- Report any conflicts to the Shift Supervisor
- Complete the routine inspections and assigned tasks to support the site Spill Prevention Containment and Countermeasures Plan as well as handle all hazardous materials and waste in a safe and environmentally friendly manner
- Diligently maintain a safe working environment to include good housekeeping practices of assigned work area and comply with all applicable environmental, health and safety policies
- Assist in shutting down and starting up the power plant
- Respond to all alarms and malfunctions of plant operations and take necessary corrective measures per the instruction of the shift supervisor
- Perform maintenance activities as directed
- Perform Lock Out Tag Out duties in accordance with site procedures
- Perform other duties as requested, as well as all reasonable requests from the shift supervisor and manager
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
- High School Diploma/GED with a minimum of 2 years of Power Plant or Industrial Operating Experience (Or a minimum of an Associate’s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Marine, Instrumentation, Power Plant Operations with a minimum of one (1) year Power Plant experience)
- Possess a valid driver's license
- Ability and willingness to work rotating shifts
- Ability and willingness to climb ladders and stairs as required
- Ability and willingness to walk/stand for up to 12 hours as required
- Ability and willingness to lift up to 50 pounds as required
- Ability to pass a drug test
- Ability to pass a background check
- Ability and willingness to complete a physical and other evaluations for hearing and respirator use upon hire and annually thereafter
Desired Characteristics
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Marine, Instrumentation, Power Plant Operations from an accredited college or university
- Minimum of 4 years of Combined Cycle Power Plant Operating Experience
- Ability to incorporate teamwork into daily operating and safety work tasks
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
- Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions furnished in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several variables
- Comply with all applicable environmental, health and safety policies
- Ability to accept feedback and deal calmly and effectively under high-stress situations
- Ability to adjust to daily work scope changes as required to operate the facility
- Strong mathematical knowledge to calculate proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume
- Strong verbal and written communications skills and the ability to communicate effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization
- Working knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office applications
About Us
For U.S. based candidates only, for purposes of complying with U.S. pay transparency requirements, the base pay range for this position is $36-$44 per hour.
The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.
- The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.
This position will stay open on the career website until at least August 21, 2026.
Benefits Available to You:
GE 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: https://jobs.gecareers.com/global/en/ge-career-benefits
- Our compensation & benefits are designed to help you manage your personal and family needs, while rewarding high performers. 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 invests to provide opportunities to grow your career by providing a path for continued on-the-job learning and development.
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.
General Electric Company, 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.
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 07, 2026.
Healthcare 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 receive 40 hours of personal business time, 160 hours of personal illness and caregiving time (subject to state law), and 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.
