Pipefitter

Job Title: Pipefitter Job Description
The Pipefitter assembles, installs, and replaces a wide range of pipe systems and related components, including metal, plastic, ceramic, and composite materials. This role focuses on installing and maintaining plumbing and piping systems for fresh water, sewer mains, and water treatment facilities, ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable operation.
Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, and replace pipe systems and related components using metal, PVC, CPVC, ductile iron, ceramic, and composite materials.
• Install plumbing and piping systems for fresh water, sewer mains, and water treatment facilities, supporting both new construction and renovation projects.
• Cut, bend, and lay pipe accurately using appropriate tools and equipment, including chop saws and other cutting tools.
• Perform pipe bending and pipe cutting to meet project specifications and layout requirements.
• Use brazing and welding techniques where required to join and secure piping components.
• Rig piping and related components safely for installation and movement on site.
• Cut, assemble, and install pipes according to blueprints, drawings, or project instructions.
• Repair malfunctions in pipe systems, identifying issues and implementing effective solutions.
• Test pipe systems to ensure safety, integrity, and proper functionality, following applicable standards and procedures.
• Perform grading, excavation, concrete work, and compaction as needed to support pipe installation and related infrastructure.
• Work as part of a crew of approximately seven team members, coordinating tasks and supporting multiple crews on site.
• Contribute to multiple phases of water treatment facility construction, renovation, and shutdown work.
• Follow all site safety procedures and use tools and equipment correctly to maintain a safe working environment.
• Report to designated job sites in Mesa and complete assigned tasks on time and to quality standards.

Essential Skills

• At least 2+ years of experience as a pipe layer.
• Hands-on experience working with ductile iron piping.
• Hands-on experience working with CPVC piping.
• Experience installing and working with water and sewer mains.
• Proficiency in PVC pipe installation and piping systems.
• Ability to bend pipe accurately to required specifications.
• Ability to cut pipe safely and precisely using appropriate tools.
• Skilled use of chop saws and other pipe cutting equipment.
• Experience with brazing techniques for joining pipe and fittings.
• Experience with welding related to pipe systems, where required.
• Rigging skills for moving and installing pipes and related components.
• Strong pipe fitting skills, including layout, alignment, and assembly.
• Ability to cut, assemble, and install pipes according to project requirements.
• Ability to repair malfunctions in pipe systems and restore proper operation.
• Ability to test pipe systems to ensure safety and functionality.
• Experience with grading, excavation, concrete work, and compaction related to underground piping and infrastructure.
• Knowledge of tools and equipment necessary to perform pipefitting and related construction tasks.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working on water treatment facilities, including new construction and renovation or shutdown projects.
• Comfort working on fresh water sites and rehabilitation projects.
• Ability to work effectively in multi-phase projects and coordinate with multiple crews.
• Familiarity with JOC (Job Order Contracting) project environments.
• Strong problem-solving skills in a creative and innovative setting.
• Ability to work collaboratively in crews of approximately seven team members.
• Reliability in adhering to early start times and consistent daily schedules.

Why Work Here?
You will join a team that values challenging, complex projects and encourages creative, innovative problem solving. The environment is supportive and communicative, with leaders who recognize and reward success. Employees benefit from competitive wages and regular pay reviews, along with a strong medical insurance package once hired directly. A 401(k) program is available even for hourly team members, and paid time off begins to accrue when you become a direct employee. There are clear opportunities for growth, training, and professional development, providing a solid foundation for a long-term career.
Work Environment
This role is based outdoors at fresh water and water treatment facility sites in Mesa, working on new construction, renovation, shutdown, and rehabilitation projects under JOC contracts. Work is performed in multiple phases and in crews of about seven people, with several crews operating on site. The schedule is first shift, starting at 5:00 a.m., eight hours per day, with no weekend work and minimal overtime. You will regularly use tools such as chop saws, pipe bending and cutting equipment, and rigging gear in an active construction environment, following all safety procedures and site guidelines.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Phoenix, AZ.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $32.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Phoenix, AZ.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 24, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Phoenix,AZ.

About Aerotek

Aerotek\u00AE Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.


Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.


The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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