Military DoD SkillBridge Program - Union Plumber/Steamfitter

GE Aerospace•Elgin Township, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Military DoD SkillBridge program is an opportunity for Service members to gain valuable civilian work experience through specific industry training, apprenticeships, or internships during the last 180 days of service. SkillBridge connects Service members with industry partners in real-world job experiences under Dept. of Defense Instruction 1322.29. Separating Service members can be granted up to 180 days of permissive duty to focus solely on training full-time with approved industry partners after unit commander (first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) provides written authorization and approval. GE Aerospace as a SkillBridge partner offers real-world training and work experience in in-demand fields of work while having the opportunity to evaluate the Service member’s suitability for the work. Military DoD SkillBridge participants are not eligible for compensation from GE Aerospace, as they continue to receive military compensation and benefits as active-duty service members. This role involves the layout, design, installation, assembly, fabrication, maintenance, testing, and repair of 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. The role requires reading and understanding system prints and schematics. Participants will be required to move and work in confined spaces, up and down ladders, and to work from ladders, scaffolding, and bucket truck platforms. Travel to jobs over a 50+ acre campus with many hills and stairs is also part of the role. This role is a strong fit for individuals with experience as a utilities, HVAC, plumbing, or mechanical systems technician on base or ship.

Requirements

Active Military personnel on their last 180 days before separating from Military Service
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) or 3 years work experience as a Plumber / Steamfitter in a Manufacturing Facility (with references) or Military Training Course in related field or Licensed NYS Plumber
This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

Nice To Haves

Backflow Assembly Tester Certification

Responsibilities

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