Journeyman Plumber

Journeyman Plumber - Detroit, MI

• Prevailing Wage Opportunity
• $45.00+ per hour
• Travel Per Diem Included

Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Journeyman Plumber to add to our team on prevailing wage commercial and industrial porjects. This Plumber will be responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing plumbing and piping systems while ensuring all work is performed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with local, state, and project specifications. This position offers competitive prevailing wage compensation and the opportunity to work on large-scale construction and industrial projects throughout Michigan.
Responsibilities

• Install, assemble, and repair commercial and industrial plumbing systems.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, specifications, and plumbing schematics.
• Install domestic water, sanitary sewer, storm drainage, natural gas, and specialty piping systems.
• Measure, cut, thread, groove, and fit various pipe materials including copper, PVC, CPVC, cast iron, carbon steel, and stainless steel.
• Install plumbing fixtures, valves, pumps, water heaters, backflow preventers, and related equipment.
• Perform pressure testing, leak detection, and system commissioning.
• Troubleshoot and repair plumbing system failures and equipment malfunctions.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• State of Michigan Journeyman Plumber License
• 5+ years of experience with commercial or industrial new construction settings/projects.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and construction documents.
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel to project sites as required.
• Possess basic hand tools required for the trade.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certifications preferred.
• Experience with medical gas, process piping, or industrial piping systems.
• Pipe welding, brazing, soldering, and grooving experience.
• Experience operating aerial lifts, forklifts, and telehandlers.

Why Work Here?
Join a team that provides consistent prevailing wage opportunities, competitive pay, and the chance to work on challenging projects that help expand your trade skills and experience. Employees are valued for their expertise and have opportunities for career growth while working for a respected contractor with a strong reputation in the industry.
Work Environment
This position offers a fast-paced, team-oriented construction environment where employees work alongside skilled tradespeople on large-scale commercial and industrial projects. Team members can expect a safety-focused workplace that emphasizes quality craftsmanship, accountability, and professional development.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Burton, MI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Burton,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 1, 2026.

About Aerotek

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.