Journeyman Plumber

Journeyman Plumber - Pontiac, MI

• Direct Hire Opportunity

• Competitive Company Benefits

• Local Projects

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and knowledgeable Journeyman Plumber to add to our growing team. This plumber will be responsible for installing, assembling, repairing, and maintaining commercial and industrial piping systems while ensuring compliance with safety standards, project specifications, and applicable plumbing codes. The role also supports apprentice development and works closely with project teams to complete installations efficiently

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.

• 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.

• 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.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• State of Michigan Master or Journeyman Plumber certification preferred.

• 5+ years of plumbing/pipefitting experience in commercial and/or industrial settings.

• 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.

• Experience working with backflow prevention devices and piping systems.

• Knowledge and understanding of industrial facility piping systems and mechanical installations.

• Experience in a foreman or supervisory role overseeing multiple crews on large-scale 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.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Pontiac,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 25, 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.