Job Description Summary

Job Description

Overview:

• The Test Apprenticeship Program combines both academic studies and on-the-job training to develop the fundamentals required to become a skilled Test Operator.
• Applicants must hold an Computer Technology, IT Systems, Electronics Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, Industrial Electronics or similar Degree or be currently enrolled in a local community college pursuing the degree.
• During the program, assessments are conducted at 6-month intervals for apprentices to validate the program effectiveness as well as individual knowledge and skill improvements.
• Seven-year progression to reach Test Operator top pay rate (G35 / A36), with last two progressions being merit based.
• Multiple openings may be filled with this job posting.
• Must work full time while attending technical school and successfully pass academic requirements or have previously passed required program academics.
• After successful completion of the program, offers will be extended based on business conditions and needs.
• Tuition, fees, and books will be paid by any available grants, scholarship funding and GE (via tuition reimbursement benefits).

Eligibility / Qualifications:

• Applicants must hold an Electronics Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, Industrial Electronics, Computer Technology, IT Systems or similar Degree or be currently enrolled in a local community college pursuing the degree.
• Successfully pass an extensive interview process.
• Successfully pass an Accredited Community College Entrance Exam.
• Successfully pass all mechanical/electrical/computer aptitude assessments.
• Ability to work overtime as required, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to work occasional weekend shifts as required, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability and willingness to work any shift: 1st Shift (6:45 AM-2:45 PM) 2nd shift (2:45-10:45 PM) or 3rd shift (10:45 PM-6:45 AM).

Physical requirements:

• Ability to perform work while standing a minimum of 7 hours per day, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to carry 40 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to conduct repetitive motion tasks daily, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to climb stairs/ladders, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to work above or below floor level and in confined spaces, with or without reasonable accommodation.

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