What are the responsibilities and job description for the Industrial Technician Development Program position at George E. Booth Co.?
The Industrial Technician Development Program cohort begins April 2026, with additional groups joining quarterly throughout the year.
This program is a strategic workforce development initiative at GE Booth designed to cultivate a pipeline of highly skilled, field-ready technicians for our Service & Solutions divisions. This 12–18 month rotational program offers hands-on experience across multiple technical disciplines, including fabrication, panel and valve assembly, turnaround operations, and certified technical training.
Participants gain real-world skills, professional certification, and exposure to field operations that prepare them for long-term technical careers within GE Booth.
To develop flexible, field-ready technicians through an immersive rotational experience that builds technical depth, real-world capability, and career confidence—equipping participants to step confidently into technical roles across our organization.
As a Technician, you’ll rotate through several departments to gain a complete technical foundation across GE Booth’s operations:
- Panel/Fab Shop: Learn to read electrical schematics, fabricate control panels, and gain exposure to automation and controls work.
- Valve Shop: Assemble and test control valves while learning their integration into automated systems.
- Field Service: Participate in on-the-job training at customer sites, troubleshooting real equipment and performing calibrations.
- Hurst Group: Support embedded technical operations through site-based maintenance and system troubleshooting.
- Endress+Hauser (E+H) Training: Receive hands-on instruction with E+H instrumentation, attend specialized service schools, and work toward E+H Authorized Service Technician certification.
- GE Booth Schools: Complete structured classroom and hands-on courses in valves, instrumentation, calibration, and flow systems.
- Turnaround Jobs: Take part in field projects across the U.S., gaining practical experience in dynamic, high-impact environments.
- 12–18 months, depending on technician start date and Endress+Hauser training schedules.
- The program is designed for individuals who are passionate about technical work and eager to build long-term careers in industrial services.
Ideal candidates will have experience or education in:
- Electrical & Controls
- Instrumentation or Automation
- Mechanical Assembly (valves, final assembly)
- Panel Building
- Trade school, associate degree, military technical background, or equivalent hands-on experience
Applicants must:
- Be willing and able to relocate for assignments at different GE Booth locations.
- Be of legal age (18+) to manage travel and accommodations using a company-issued credit card.
- Demonstrate a strong interest in hands-on technical and field service work.
- Exhibit adaptability, professionalism, and a commitment to continuous learning.
Upon successful completion, graduates will be considered for placement in one of GE Booth’s technical teams, including roles such as:
- Field Service Technician
- Embedded Technician
- Controls Engineer
- Control Panel Builder
- Final Assembly Technician
- Valve Assembly Technician
Advancement opportunities are available across all roles, with structured career progression and specialization pathways based on performance and experience.
This role comes with a competitive compensation plan and as well as excellent benefits starting day one and matching 401K. Drug and background screenings will be required as a condition of employment. All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
The first Flex Tech cohort begins January 2026, with additional groups joining quarterly throughout the year.