Union Plumber Steamfitter - GE Aerospace Research (1st Shift)

About the role

This role follows a 9/80 schedule; Monday - Thursday hours are 7-4pm, every other Friday is an 8 hour shift, and off the next Friday. Overtime is uncapped.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand system prints and schematics
• 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
• 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
• Backflow Assembly Tester Certification

Qualifications / Requirements

• AAS degree in Mechanical or Plant Utilities Technology or AOS degree in HVAC or Construction & Maintenance or High school diploma or GED
• Journeyman Steamfitter License or Completion of 2 years of a Plumber/Steamfitter Apprentice Program (considered 3rd year apprentice)
• 3 years work experience as a Plumber / Steamfitter in a Manufacturing Facility (with references)
• Military Training Course in related field
• Licensed NYS Plumber
• Must be 18 years or older

Skills

• 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

Benefits

• 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.
• Roth 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants.
• Tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

Pay

The hourly pay range for this position is $40.31 – 46.97 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.

Schedule

This role follows a 9/80 schedule; Monday - Thursday hours are 7-4pm, every other Friday is an 8 hour shift, and off the next Friday. Overtime is uncapped.