Plumber

Job Title: Plumber Mechanic

Job Description

The Plumber Foreman oversees commercial plumbing installations and piping systems, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality work across multiple project sites. This role combines hands-on installation of water, waste, steam, and gas piping with leadership responsibilities for a small team of plumbing mechanics.

Responsibilities

• Install, run, and maintain sewer and waste lines, ensuring proper layout, alignment, and connection to risers and main lines.

• Install and maintain gas lines, including plumbing gas lines, water lines, and main lines in commercial environments.

• Fabricate, assemble, and install waste, water, steam, and gas piping systems using appropriate materials and fittings.

• Work with no-hub cast iron piping systems, including risers and fittings, ensuring proper assembly and secure connections.

• Assemble and install pumps, valves, pipe fittings, and plumbing fixtures in accordance with project specifications and codes.

• Install branch lines, shower bodies, and other related plumbing components to support building systems and fixtures.

• Perform brazing and soldering on copper and other piping materials for plumbing lines, sewer lines, and drain lines.

• Interpret drawings, plans, and specifications to plan piping runs, risers, and fixture locations accurately.

• Ensure all work complies with applicable codes, safety regulations, and company standards, including OSHA requirements.

• Coordinate with other trades and site personnel to maintain workflow and meet project schedules.

• Inspect completed work for quality, functionality, and adherence to specifications, making adjustments or repairs as needed.

• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean, safe, and organized condition.

• Support a culture of safety by enforcing safe work practices and proper use of required certifications on site.

Essential Skills

• 810 years of experience as a plumbing mechanic in commercial plumbing environments.

• Strong proficiency in installing and working with copper piping, including brazing and soldering.

• Extensive experience with cast iron and no-hub piping systems, including risers and fittings.

• Ability to install and run plumbing systems including sewer lines, drain lines, gas lines, water lines, and main lines.

• Hands-on experience assembling and installing pumps, valves, pipe fittings, and plumbing fixtures.

• Demonstrated ability to install branch lines and shower bodies in accordance with project requirements.

• Commercial plumbing experience, including piping layout, installation, and troubleshooting.

• Ability to oversee and coordinate a team of up to five helper mechanics on piping and plumbing tasks.

• Valid OSHA 30 certification.

• Valid Site Safety Training (SST) 10-hour certification.

• Plumbing SST certification.

• Ability to work safely and effectively with waste, water, steam, and gas piping systems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• F60 and G60 certifications (with F60 or G60 considered a strong plus).

• Experience working with large mechanical contractors or on complex, high-profile projects.

• Strong understanding of relevant plumbing codes and safety standards.

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.

• Effective communication and leadership skills for guiding and mentoring team members.

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail in diagnosing and resolving plumbing issues.

Why Work Here?

You will join a well-established mechanical contractor recognized for delivering major projects across New York City. The role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile, complex builds while providing long-term stability and room for professional growth. You will be part of a team that values craftsmanship, safety, and continuous development, with clear pathways to advance your skills and responsibilities over time.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Brooklyn, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $38.00/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 Brooklyn, NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 26, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Brooklyn,NY.

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.