Job description

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Layout, design, install, assemble, fabricate, maintain, test and repair pipes and fittings of mechanical utility piping systems, chillers that include hot water, chilled water, steam, compressed air, sewer, chemicals, fuel oil, gasses and other related systems following local and state codes. Read and understand system prints and schematics. In this role, you will be required to move and work in confined spaces, up and down ladders and to work from ladders, scaffolding and bucket truck platform. Travel to jobs over a 50+ acre campus with many hills and stairs.

Some but not all skills include:

• Installs pipes and fixtures, such as sinks and toilets, for water, gas, steam, air, or other liquids
• Installs supports for pipes, equipment, and fixtures prior to installation
• Assembles fittings and valves for installation
• Modifies length of pipes, fixtures, and other plumbing materials as needed for a building
• Uses saws and pipe cutters as necessary
• Installs heating and air-conditioning systems, including water heaters
• Collaborates with contractors, construction workers, electricians, pipefitters, and steamfitters in installing and repairing plumbing
• Tests plumbing systems for leaks and other problems
• Analyses problem and identifies appropriate tools and materials for repair
• Follows health and safety standards and complies with building codes
• Uses a CMMS documenting the problem and summary of actions taken
• Performs inspections of plumbing systems to identify and replace worn parts

Position Requirements

Must have at least one of the following:

• AAS degree in Mechanical or Plant Utilities Technology
• AOS degree in HVAC or Construction & Maintenance
• Military Training Course in related field
• 3 years work experience in a Manufacturing Facility (with references)
• 3 years proven experience in Commercial HVAC service and installation
• Completion of 2 years of a Plumber/Steamfitter Apprentice Program (considered 3rd year apprentice)
• Journeyman Steamfitter
• Licensed NYS Plumber 

In addition:

• Must be 18 years or older

• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

• You must submit your application for employment on the careers page at www.gecareers.com to be considered.

The hourly pay range for this position $30.90- $36.88 USD per hour. The specific hourly rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location.  This posting is expected to close on June 10th 2024.

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.

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