Job Description Summary

Job Description

Job Description

About GE Aerospace 

If you want to do work that really matters among a team of spirited and collaborative individuals, you need to know more about GE Aerospace.  We’ve become a world leader in the design, development and manufacture of advanced aviation technologies including jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft.  We’re a people-first organization that will bring out your best ideas and performance as part of our on-going LEAN transformation.  We believe that the world works better when it flies.  Do you?  If so, come aboard.  

Working at our Lynn Facility 

Come and elevate your career in a facility that combines a rich tradition of aviation technology with a deep commitment to the future of flight.  The GE Aerospace manufacturing site in Lynn designs, produces, assembles, and tests military and commercial aircraft engines and components.  With more 2,500 employees and 1.6 million sqft of manufacturing space, we’re making a huge contribution to the future of flight. And, considering that very first jet engines were born here in 1942, we clearly are the career home of people who are deeply knowledgeable about building quality engines.  What’s more, GE Aerospace has invested more than $100 million in our facility in the last five years alone. 

By engaging with highly collaborative teams, we’re reaching for new Sustainable Aviation Fuel milestones every year.  And by encouraging our teams to join us in extensive community service and volunteerism, we’re making a difference in all the ways that matter.  

Here are just a few of the best reasons you will want to consider us: 

• Do work with a real purpose helping to solve the global challenge of how the world flies more sustainably. 
• Be a part of a global workforce of diverse backgrounds, perspectives, ideas, and experiences where everyone feels supported and respected. 
• Earn merit-based rewards and incentives. 
• Free Onsite Parking. 
• Set work schedule with no mandatory overtime. 
• Work in a climate-controlled building out of the elements. 
• Have opportunities for continuous learning and development. 

Role Summary: The Carpenter is a member of the maintenance team responsible for constructing, repairing, and installing building structures and fixtures made from wood and other materials in an industrial and manufacturing environment.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Plan, layout, and perform a wide variety of complicated carpentry work to drawings, instructions, and blue prints.
• Measure, cut, and shape wood, plastic, and other materials as needed using a variety of hand & power tools.
• Constructing building fixtures, structures, inside trim, sheetrock, framing walls, tiling, building stairs, handing doors, installing windows, etc.
• Work in a team environment with or without assistance from other carpenters and/or construction laborers.
• Maintain a safe work environment by observing and following all safety standards and procedures; complying with OSHA and General Electric standards.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent education (GED)
• 2 years of carpentry experience including but not limited to:
  • framing walls, tiling, constructing stairs, hanging doors, installing doors & windows, hanging sheetrock, and installing counter tops & cabinets.
• Ability to work from drawings and schematic diagrams, read and interpret complex technical manuals and materials, and use shop math.
• Ability to work with associated power tools and measuring equipment.
• Requires experience with the constructing, repairing, and installation methods used in carpentry and construction projects.
• This is a 2nd shift work opportunity.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Ability to lift, move, and manipulate fixtures and hardware up to 40 lbs. (with or without reasonable accommodations).
• Ability to work in confined areas, work off ladders, platforms, and heights.

Desired Characteristics:

• Graduation from a Vocational High School program and/or an accredited program specializing in carpentry.
• 5 years of carpentry experience including but not limited to:
  • framing walls, tiling, constructing stairs, hanging doors, installing doors & windows, hanging sheetrock, and installing counter tops & ca