Benefits: • Simple IRA w/match • Competitive salary • Dental insurance • Free uniforms • Health insurance • Opportunity for advancement • Paid time off • Vision insurance • Bonus based on performance • Employee discounts We are a 5th generation family-owned business with a tight-knit team. We have been open for over 130 years! We are seeking another team member who is looking for a career! Now hiring a Plumbing/HVAC Sales Associate to work directly with our customers. Candidate will build relationships with contractor & builder customers as well as walk-in and telephone customers. Knowledge of product and experience in plumbing and HVAC a plus! Our next team member will: • Provide excellent customer service skills by going above and beyond customer expectations • Work closely with other team members • Maintain store and counter appearance while also controlling inventory • Solve our customers' needs in plumbing and HVAC • Create and foster new relationships with contractors, builders and customers. • Drive sales activity with outbound phone calls to contractor accounts • Stay knowledgeable on products and options in this ever-changing field • Handle orders and returns of merchandise accurately • Work with driver in warehouse for receiving and loading of orders. Requirements: • Some knowledge of plumbing and HVAC • Trustworthy and friendly personality • Problem-solving skills • Knowledge of sales or counter sales • Must be able to lift 50lbs • High school diploma, GED, or equivalent When you work at Chas. G. Burch Supply Co., you are not just an employee number. You are a part of our team! Family owned for 135 years; we are proud to be the longest running business in the City of Schenectady. Some plumbing parts we sell, you won’t find anywhere else! Our business is truly a gem in the capital district as we have found a niche in the industry. You will work alongside other team members including the owner, Chuck. We all share the same goal: to serve our customers by helping them maintain their homes and businesses. Come and join our legacy. Come and join the CGB SUPPLY TEAM!
See More Details >>Job Description Summary 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. Job Description 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 base pay range for this position is $26.44 to $35.96 per hour with a $5.28 per hour transition adder. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for contractually negotiated general wage increases and COLA increases. • The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. 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. Additional Information GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). Relocation Assistance Provided: No
See More Details >>Duties Description Repairs, maintains, and installs plumbing fixtures and appliances such as sinks, shower baths, commodes, drinking fountains, dishwashers, valves including pneumatic controls, gas and water meters, gas hot water heaters, and other gas appliances, heating systems and controls, and various steam equipment used in laundries, kitchens and cafeterias, water pumps, irrigation, and hydrotherapy equipment. • In cases of malfunction or breakdown, discusses problem with user, visually inspects the fixtures or equipment, and uses appropriate test equipment such as pressure andvacuum gauges to determine cause and location of trouble. • Following technical manuals, codes, diagrams and previous experience, plans work procedures to make repairs and orders replacement parts indicating quality and type and any other materials required. • Makes necessary repairs or adjustments or directs others in performing such activities. • Installs or directs the installation of plumbing fixtures and appliances following diagrams, codes and previous experience. Plans and lays out the installation, alteration, and repair of high- and low-pressure pipe systems that carry water, steam, air, or other liquids or gases. • Plans new installations, alterations to existing installations, and major repairs consistent with specifications, plans and plumbing codes. • Reviews building plans and working drawings to determine work aids required, and sequence of installation. • Locates and marks position of pipes, pipe connections, and passage holes for pipes in walls and floors and cuts openings required to accommodate pipes and fittings. According to plan, measures, cuts, threads, and bends pipe to required angle. • Assembles and installs a variety of metal and nonmetal pipe and pipe fittings. • Joins piping by means of threaded, caulked, wiped, soldered, brazed, fused, or cemented joints. • Tests pipe system for leaks by filling with liquid or air and reading pressure gauges. • May weld holding fixtures to steel members. May draw rough sketches or prepare plans to scale from oral or written instructions to accomplish the project. From blueprints or specifications, may estimate labor, materials, tools and equipment necessary for the project. Assembles materials, tools, and equipment required to complete the work according to plans. May supervise and instruct others in performing plumbing and steamfitting work. • Assigns work to plumbing crew. • Gives verbal instructions and/or demonstrates proper plumbing techniques and the use of plumbing and steamfitting tools and equipment. • Observes and inspects the work while in progress and when completed to ensure that the work is done properly. LinkedIn: #LI-SS1 Minimum Qualifications Non-competitive: Four years of full-time experience in plumbing under a skilled tradesperson; which would provide training equivalent to that given in a training, apprenticeship, or equivalent program, OR an equivalent combination of experience and training gained by completion of technical courses in plumbing at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services; OR successful completion of the two-year Trades Specialist (Plumber & Steamfitter) traineeship or a two-year plumbing training, apprenticeship, or equivalent program* such as the New York State Civil Service Employees Association-Partnership Applied Skilled Trades Traineeship and Certificate Program. • Successful completion of the traineeship and the training program includes a total of 288 hours of trade-specific classroom instruction, 45 hours of technical math course work, 45 hours of technical communications course work, and 15 hours of blueprint/schematic reading course work. Course work must be completed with an average of "C" or better. Additionally, successful completion of the traineeship also includes 4,000 hours of on-the-job training. When required to operate motor vehicles, candidates must possess a valid New York State driver's license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated. Trades Specialist (Plumber & Steamfitter) Trainee 1, NS (equivalent to SG-9): Full-time permanent service in a position allocated at Grade 12 or below which is primarily engaged in the performance of unskilled and/or semiskilled labor and trades tasks; must be 18 years of age or older; possess a High School diploma or general equivalency diploma recognized by the New York State Education Department; and be proficient in English and math. Trades Specialist (Plumber & Steamfitter) Trainee 2, NS (equivalent to SG-11): Successful completion of a 52-week probationary period as a Trades Specialist (Plumber and Steamfitter) Trainee 1; OR completion of 45 hours of technical math coursework and 15 hours of blueprint reading/schematics coursework or passage of an equivalency exam or proof of successful completion of equivalent training, 144 hours of plumber and steamfitter trade-specific instruction, and 2,000 hours of on-the-job training. Trainees must maintain a "C" or better average in their coursework. When required to operate motor vehicles, candidates must possess a valid New York State driver's license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated. Additional Comments • For CSEA positions: Local Bidding Agreements will be honored. • Preference will be given to OPWDD employees impacted by closures. If you are being impacted by closure, please indicate this on your resume. • All OPWDD employees must be eligible and maintain eligibility for full and unconditional participation in the Medicare and Medicaid programs. Continued employment will depend on maintaining eligibility. • If you are employed by state government you may be able to receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments have been made under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time for a qualifying employer. For more information on PSLF, please visit www.studentAid.gov/publicservice. • Employees on long term leave can bid on positions but must be able to report to work within fourteen (14) days and be able to perform the essential functions of their positions with or without reasonable accommodation (RA). If an employee or job applicant believes that they need a reasonable accommodation, they should contact the Reasonable Accommodation Unit at (518) ###-#### or email ...@opwdd.ny.gov to obtain information and RA forms. • Savings programs such as the U.S. Savings Bond and the College Savings Plan. • Voluntary pre-tax savings programs such as Health Care Spending Account and the Dependent Care Advantage Account offer employees options to pay for uncovered health care expenses or dependent care expenses. • Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) an assessment and referral service that connects employees with local service providers and support services to address their personal needs. • Life insurance and Disability insurance. • The New York State Deferred Compensation Plan is a voluntary retirement plan that offers employees the option to invest a part of their salaries for retirement on a tax-deferred basis. • Paid Holidays and Leave: ° Thirteen (13) paid holidays each year. ° Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave initially. ° Five (5) days paid personal leave each year. ° Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave each year (PEF/CSEA), which may carry over from year to year. ° Up to three (3) days professional leave each year to participate in professional development events. • Health Care Coverage: Employees and their eligible dependents can choose from a variety of affordable health insurance programs. Employees are provided family dental and vision plans at no extra cost. • Paid Parental Leave: Paid Parental Leave allows eligible employees to take up to 12 weeks of paid leave at full pay for each qualifying event. A qualifying event is defined as the birth of a child or placement of a child for adoption or foster care. • Retirement Program: Participate in The NYS Employees' Retirement System (ERS), which is recognized as one of the best-managed and best-funded public retirement systems in the nation. • Professional Development and Education and Training: NYS offers training programs and tuition assistance to eligible employees to maintain and increase their professional skills and prepare them for promotional opportunities. For more information, please visit • Additionally, the Public Service Workshops Program (PSWP) offers certain professional training opportunities for PEF represented and M/C designated employees that may grant continuing education credits towards maintaining professional licensure. For more information, please visit • OPWDD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer dedicated to creating and sustaining a culture of inclusion. We believe that we are most effective in managing and improving our service system with a diverse team of employees. With such a large workforce, we rely on the collective individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, self-expression, ideas and talent that our employees bring to their work. This speaks to our culture and is a key part of our successes. As we continuously recruit people for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that applicants bring in terms of their education, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran's status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Name Capital District DDSO Human Resources Telephone 518-###-#### Fax 518-###-#### Email Address ...@opwdd.ny.gov Address Street 500 Balltown Road City Schenectady State NY Zip Code 12304 Notes on Applying Please submit cover letter and resume to: Capital District DDSO Human Resources Office Building 1 500 Balltown Road Schenectady, New York 12304 Phone: 518-###-#### Fax: 518-###-#### Email: ...@opwdd.ny.gov • Please reference EOA #25-123 in all correspondence.
See More Details >>Becoming a plumber in Schenectady, NY typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, with plumbers in Schenectady earning an average of $1,107.11 per week. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 635,000 plumbers nationwide, with 10,633 in New York, and projects a 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring plumbers find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $61,550 annually for experienced professionals.
