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General Motors

Mechanical Journeyperson (Pipefitter) - Tonawanda

Buffalo, New York, United States of America · On-site · Full-time · Posted Sep 21, 2026

Experience
At least six years of related mechanical-trade experience, or a U.S. Department of Labor Certificate of Completion in a mechanical trade.
Visa sponsorship
GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role; applicants who need or will need GM sponsorship to work or remain employed are ineligible.

About the job

Maintains, repairs, fabricates, and installs piping and mechanical systems on industrial machinery, while supporting equipment operation and quality checks.

What you'll do

  • Repair and replace mechanical and hydraulic components; fabricate and repair piping systems.
  • Read blueprints, operate tools and mobile equipment, and rig equipment and materials for lifting.
  • Machine and fabricate parts, then verify dimensions and finished-product quality.

What they ask for

  • At least six years of related mechanical-trade experience, or a U.S. Department of Labor Certificate of Completion in a mechanical trade.
  • Complete GM’s hiring process, including assessments, drug testing, and a background check.
  • At least 18 years old and eligible to work in the United States.
  • Work flexible day, afternoon, or night shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays with little notice.

Nice to have

  • Experience with planned maintenance systems and predictive technologies.
  • Experience with industrial robotics, automation, and conveyance systems.

Pay

$38.55 - $44.97 USD (base salary); $45.89 USD (base salary)

Tools

OSHA, CNC

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First seen Oct 28, 2026 · Last verified Nov 6, 2026 (UTC)