Facility Support Specialist

Richmond USAFull-time$76.3k–$114kPosted Jul 21, 2026

Job Description Summary

Position Summary
We are seeking a proactive and highly organized Site (Facility) Support Specialist to support operations at our Richmond, VA site. This role is responsible for independently coordinating and driving the safe, effective completion of site tasks and projects that support Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC) performance.

The Facility Support Specialist will lead the planning, coordination, and execution of facilities-, maintenance-, contractor-, and safety-related activities, while also supporting broader operational needs across the site. This role requires strong judgment, the ability to manage competing priorities, and the ability to work across functions to remove barriers and keep work moving.

The successful candidate will work closely with hourly and salaried employees, shop leadership, site leadership, and external contractors to ensure work is properly scoped, prioritized, planned, and executed in alignment with company EHS standards and site expectations. This role also plays a key part in developing and improving site processes, contractor readiness, and execution discipline from task identification through completion.

Job Description

What We’re Looking For

The successful candidate will be: 

  • A self-directed professional who can operate with limited day-to-day supervision 
  • Strong in coordination, follow-through, and execution 
  • Comfortable working across departments and levels of the organization 
  • Focused on safety, quality, and operational excellence 
  • Proactive in identifying issues, solving problems, and driving improvements 

Key Responsibilities 

  • Independently translate site needs from shop floor personnel, office teams, EHS and Quality concerns, work orders, and project requests into clearly defined tasks, work scopes, and actionable project plans 
  • Coordinate and drive execution of facilities, maintenance, safety, and site improvement activities in support of site SQDC goals 
  • Prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously, maintaining clear visibility of status, risks, roadblocks, and completion plans 
  • Serve as a primary coordination point between contractors, shop leaders, and site leadership to ensure alignment, communication, and effective execution 
  • Ensure contractors arrive prepared with required equipment, utilities, access, permits, and job-specific information necessary to complete work safely and efficiently 
  • Maintain accountability for contractor performance, schedule adherence, work quality, and compliance with site standards and expectations 
  • Provide field oversight of contractor activities and serve as the primary field contract administrator for relevant contractor work 
  • Integrate safety requirements early in planning and execution to reduce risk, prevent avoidable disruption, and support safe, practical work outcomes 
  • Reinforce compliance with GE Vernova EHS safety standards, policies, and procedures, particularly for contractor and project work 
  • Develop, implement, and improve contractor onboarding and intake processes to support consistent and effective work execution 
  • Create, standardize, and maintain pre-work planning tools, including hazard identification, job requirements, and readiness checks 
  • Improve systems, create standard work, and visual management processes that increase visibility for maintenance, production, and site operations teams 
  • Coach team members on the effective use of site systems, tools, and planning processes 
  • Identify, recommend, and implement process improvements that enhance safety, execution, efficiency, and overall site performance 
  • Operate independently while keeping leadership informed of progress, issues, and support needed to overcome roadblocks 

Required Qualifications 

  • Minimal Education: High School Diploma / GED
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in coordinating vendor or supplier requests related to facilities, maintenance repairs, construction safety, or similar responsibilities which may include military background & disciplines
  • Must be able to successfully pass a drug screen and background check
  • This position is 100% onsite in Richmond, VA 

Preferred Qualifications 

  • Industrial experience in facilities, maintenance, construction, or manufacturing support environments 
  • Proven track record of safely and effectively coordinating project work and facility improvements 
  • Experience overseeing contractors and supporting field execution in a manufacturing, industrial, or service center setting 
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to influence across functions and build trust with employees, leaders, and contractors 
  • Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and adapt in a fast-paced operational environment 
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and intuitive understanding of mechanical processes 
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook 
  • Strong bias for action, execution, innovation, and continuous improvement 

Benefits Available to You

GE Vernova 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: Our Culture | GE Vernova (gecareers.com)

  • 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 Vernova invests to provide opportunities to grow your career by providing a path for continued on-the-job learning and development.

Inclusion & Diversity

At GE Vernova, we believe in the value of your unique identity, background and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture, where everyone feels empowered to do their best work because they feel accepted, respected and that they belong.  Click here to learn more: https://jobs.gecareers.com/vernova/global/en/i-d-e

About GE Gas Power

GE Gas Power engineers cleaner, more accessible energy that people depend on, powering growth and prosperity for people everywhere. Our leading technologies produce a third of the world’s electricity thanks to our talented people, who make gas work for our customers, stakeholders and the world. Through relentless innovation and continuous partnership with our customers, we are building the energy technologies of the future and providing the cleaner, more efficient power people depend on today.

    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, the pay range for this position is between $76,300.00 and $114,400.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.

     

     

    Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

     

     

    This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on July 21, 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, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

     

     

    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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