Plumber

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Plumber – Industrial Facilities (Working Foreman)

Job Description

This role involves installing, maintaining, and repairing plumbing and piping systems in industrial facilities while serving as a working foreman who oversees plumbers and runs jobs in the field. You will measure, cut, bend, thread, and assemble various types and sizes of pipe and tubing, including black and steel pipe, and ensure all work complies with relevant codes, blueprints, and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair plumbing and piping systems in industrial facilities.
• Oversee and lead plumbers and field crews, acting as a working foreman on larger projects.
• Plan, organize, and run jobs from start to finish, ensuring schedules, quality, and safety standards are met.
• Measure, cut, and bend various sizes of pipe and tubing to required angles and lengths using pipe cutters, benders, and related tools.
• Thread and assemble black and steel pipe, as well as other piping materials, according to specifications and codes.
• Read, interpret, and work from blueprints, drawings, and code requirements to lay out and install piping systems.
• Install and connect PVC, cast iron, and steel piping for plumbing and mechanical systems.
• Perform brazing, welding, and other joining methods on piping systems as required.
• Install and service pumping stations, backflow prevention devices, and related mechanical components.
• Inspect completed installations for proper function, code compliance, and safety, and make adjustments or repairs as needed.
• Coordinate with other trades, such as electrical and HVAC, to ensure integrated and efficient installations.
• Perform rigging and safe handling of materials and equipment needed for industrial plumbing projects.
• Troubleshoot plumbing and piping issues in industrial environments and implement effective solutions.
• Ensure all work areas remain organized, safe, and compliant with company and industry standards.
• Travel to various industrial project sites, as required, up to approximately 50% of the time.

Essential Skills

• Master or Journeyman state plumbing certification.
• Proven working foreman experience leading multiple crews on larger industrial or commercial plumbing projects.
• Hands-on experience in industrial or commercial plumbing environments.
• Strong proficiency in threading, brazing, cutting, and bending pipe and tubing.
• Demonstrated ability to install, maintain, and repair industrial piping systems.
• Experience with black pipe, steel pipe, PVC, cast iron, and related piping materials.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, construction documents, and code requirements.
• Backflow certification and experience working with backflow prevention devices.
• Knowledge and understanding of industrial facility piping systems and mechanical installations.
• Experience with pipe fitting and plumbing installation in construction and industrial settings.
• Capability to perform code review and ensure compliance with relevant plumbing and mechanical codes.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 50% to various industrial project sites.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in a foreman or supervisory role overseeing multiple crews on large-scale projects.
• Experience in industrial construction environments, including mechanical and plumbing systems.
• Familiarity with HVAC systems and integration with plumbing and piping work.
• Experience with rigging and safe handling of piping and mechanical equipment.
• Exposure to electrical systems as they relate to mechanical and plumbing installations.
• Experience installing and maintaining pumping stations and related mechanical systems.
• Brazing and welding skills for joining various piping materials.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort working with a variety of tools and equipment.
• Ability to interpret and apply construction codes and standards in day-to-day work.
• Experience with installation and maintenance of PVC piping systems.
• Demonstrated ability to work safely and efficiently in industrial facility projects.

Why Work Here?

You benefit from a highly competitive and comprehensive total rewards package, including double time on Sundays, holiday pay plus double time on holidays, and a Christmas bonus program that increases with tenure. You have access to Blue Cross Blue Shield health coverage with low monthly premiums for both individual and family plans, along with eight paid holidays and the flexibility to receive up to three weeks of paid time off when needed. You can participate in a 401(k) plan with a company match of 20% and the opportunity to purchase company stock, which has demonstrated strong historical growth. You also receive a company vehicle for work-related travel and a generous sign-on bonus structure, providing immediate financial recognition for joining the team.

Work Environment

You work primarily on industrial facility projects, focusing on complex plumbing and piping systems in active industrial environments. The role is field-based and requires regular travel to different project sites, up to approximately half of your time. You use a range of trade tools and equipment, including pipe cutters, benders, threading machines, brazing and welding equipment, and rigging gear, while collaborating with other trades such as HVAC and electrical. The environment is hands-on, fast-paced, and safety-focused, with work performed both indoors and outdoors depending on the project conditions.

This is a Permanent position based out of Pontiac, MI.

The pay range for this position is $66560.00 - $93600.00/yr.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Pontiac,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 2026.

Aerotek® 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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
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.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.