Facility Plumber

Aerotek - Hamtramck, MI

Full-time - Entry Level

Hamtramck, MI

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Facility Plumber position at Aerotek involves performing service work and repairs on plumbing equipment within a large industrial plant for electric vehicles. The role requires troubleshooting and diagnosing plumbing issues, making necessary repairs, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The work environment includes rooftops and various facility locations, necessitating physical agility and the use of ladders and lifts. The position offers a structured schedule with opportunities for union membership and potential career advancement.

Responsibilities

• Maintain records of all repairs made on equipment, including parts used.
• Observe safety precautions while working with hazardous chemicals.
• Conduct routine inspections of plumbing systems to ensure they are properly functioning.
• Diagnose problems with plumbing systems by listening for leaks, inspecting exposed pipes, testing pressure gauges, and running diagnostic tests.
• Assist in the installation of boilers and other large-scale plumbing projects.
• Provide technical advice regarding design specifications for new installations.
• Participate in regular training sessions to stay up-to-date on industry changes.
• Install and maintain water supply systems, including pumps, valves, piping, tanks, fixtures, and other related equipment.
• Fabricate and assemble pipe sections for steam and hot-water heating systems.
• Repair or replace worn parts such as washers, gaskets, and seals in plumbing system components.
• Inspect drainage and sewer lines to detect blockages or leaks using video cameras.
• Connect pipes to gas meters, regulators, and appliances such as stoves and water heaters according to local codes.
• Construct water distribution systems from blueprints.
• Cut openings in structures to accommodate pipes or pipe fittings using power saws or hand tools.
• Perform maintenance on plumbing fixtures such as sinks, toilets, bathtubs, showers, disposals, and dishwashers.
• Determine the location of existing underground utilities prior to excavation work.
• Install backflow preventers in accordance with state regulations.
• Test pipe systems for proper functioning after installation or repair.
• Read blueprints to determine the layout of plumbing systems, identify required materials, measure distances between cutting points, and calculate angles for connections.
• Assemble valves and hangers for new installations and repair existing ones.
• Replace broken drain lines using appropriate materials such as copper tubing or PVC piping.
• Communicate with customers regarding recommendations on repairs, replacements, and upgrades of plumbing equipment.
• Assemble and install metal and nonmetal valves, pipe fittings, and pipes.
• Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
• Follow relevant codes, regulations, and safety techniques.
• Identify and locate required tools prior to starting each project.
• Test piping systems with water and air pressure to maintain balance and accuracy.
• Study blueprints and inspect structures to assess material and equipment needs, pipe installation sequence, and installation around possible obstructions.
• Assist with troubleshooting and use alternative methods in emergency situations.
• Use power tools to create assemblies and sub-assemblies.
• Cut and fit pipes to established measurements.
• Maintain tools and equipment to keep supplies in excellent working condition.
• Recommend measures to improve maintenance methods and equipment performance.
• Hoist loads using slings, chains, shackles, hooks, cables, and other rigging equipment.
• Cut and bevel piping using cutting torches, saws, and threading machines.
• Complete walk-throughs of completed systems to verify code adherence.
• Locate and repair leaks in water supply lines.
• Supervise staff and evaluate work performance.
• Study building plans and other materials to determine work aids required and proper installation sequences.
• Prepare project bids and gather parts, labor, and equipment needed for projects.
• Perform pipe fabrication, installation, and fitting according to proper specifications.
• Cut diverse pipe sizes and lengths to prepare for installation.
• Inspect installations to repair leaks and make adjustments to pipes.
• Verify and gather measurements to determine proper piping sizes.
• Cut or thread pipes to blueprint or drawing specifications.

Requirements

• Commercial or Industrial Plumbing Service Experience (State Certified Journeyman card holder)
• Troubleshooting and diagnosing leaks and pressure problems, making appropriate repairs
• Experience in installing new parts (including PVC, copper pipes, toilets, fixtures, water heaters, chillers)
• Backflow certification
• Shift flexibility

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in maintaining records of repairs
• Knowledge of safety precautions with hazardous chemicals
• Technical advice on design specifications for new installations
• Experience with routine inspections of plumbing systems
• Ability to read blueprints and determine layout of plumbing systems
• Familiarity with local codes and regulations

Benefits

• Union membership after 90 days with great benefits
• Opportunity to get hired into a prominent company after 2-3 years, often sooner
• Weekly pay
• Employee benefits including medical, dental & vision
• Life insurance
• Health advocacy and employee assistance programs
• 401(k) plan
• Employee discounts