Industrial Plumbing Steamfitter

GE Vernova • Schenectady, NY

43d • $26 - $34 • Onsite

About The Position

The Industrial Plumbing Steamfitter will be responsible for supporting the operation, maintenance and improvement of system-controlled robotics, steam systems, machine tools and equipment.

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
• ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
• Ability and willingness to work off shifts and weekends
• Ability and willingness to work 2nd shift (3:00 PM to 11:00 PM)

Nice To Haves

• Minimum 3 years work experience in Manufacturing Facility in a technical maintenance role
• Strong mechanical and hydraulic fundamental and safety knowledge (schematics, precision measurement tools, LOTO)

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate the condition of hydraulic, steam and HVAC equipment and determine strategy to repair and rebuild
• Own preventative maintenance, inspections and extensive repairs; diagnose problems, plan and complete work required, identify and order parts
• Installs & repairs pipes, fixtures, and valves, for water, gas, steam, and air systems.
• 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.
• 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 systems.
• Tests plumbing systems for leaks and other problems.
• Analyses problem and identifies appropriate tools and materials for repair.
• Uses a CMMS documenting the problem and summary of actions taken.

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.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees