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Job Title: Arc Welder / Plumbing Pipe Welder
Job Description

This role focuses on welding and installing stainless steel and gas piping systems for large, long-term plumbing construction projects. You will perform TIG and arc welding on plumbing risers, gas lines, and stainless steel pipes, working closely with plumbing and pipefitting teams to ensure safe, high-quality installations in a commercial construction environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform TIG welding and arc welding on stainless steel pipes, gas pipes, and plumbing risers according to project specifications and industry standards.
• Install, fit, and weld plumbing piping systems, including no-hub, risers, and gas lines, ensuring proper alignment, secure joints, and leak-free connections.
• Read and interpret plumbing and piping drawings, layouts, and plumbing design details to plan and execute welding and installation work accurately.
• Collaborate with plumbers and pipefitters to coordinate welding activities with overall plumbing and construction schedules.
• Prepare materials and work areas for welding, including cutting, beveling, fitting, and securing pipes prior to welding.
• Inspect completed welds and piping connections for quality, integrity, and compliance with applicable codes and project requirements.
• Follow all site safety procedures and OCIP requirements while working on multiple construction projects in Manhattan.
• Maintain welding equipment, tools, and work areas in safe, clean, and efficient condition.
• Support the installation of plumbing systems on large construction projects that may run for a year or longer, adapting to evolving site conditions and project phases.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 8 years of experience in welding, with a strong focus on plumbing pipe welding and stainless steel welding.
• Proficiency in TIG welding for stainless steel pipes and plumbing systems.
• Proficiency in arc welding for plumbing, gas piping, and construction applications.
• Hands-on experience as a plumbing welder, pipe welder, or plumber pipefitter on construction projects.
• Ability to weld and install gas lines, risers, and stainless steel piping safely and accurately.
• Experience working with plumbing design and piping layouts in a construction environment.
• SST 40 certification.
• Strong understanding of plumbing and gas piping installation practices and safety standards.
• Ability to work on large construction sites and coordinate with plumbing and construction crews.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working as a construction welder on large, multi-phase projects.
• Background in plumbing and pipefitting, including no-hub and riser installations.
• Familiarity with working on multiple job sites within a dense urban environment.
• Ability to adapt to different plumbing system designs and site-specific requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality welds and installations.

Why Work Here?

Join a leading non-union plumbing company in New York City that offers consistent, long-term projects and stable work. You will work on large, complex jobs that typically run for a year or longer, providing opportunities to develop your skills on high-profile construction sites. The company values experienced tradespeople, offers steady hours, and provides the chance to work within a professional, safety-focused environment in Manhattan.

Work Environment

This role is based on multiple large construction projects in Manhattan, with five separate job sites currently in operation under an OCIP (Owner Controlled Insurance Program) environment. You will work standard daytime hours, with a typical schedule from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The work takes place on active construction sites, requiring consistent adherence to safety protocols and coordination with other trades. You will regularly use TIG and arc welding equipment, as well as standard plumbing and pipefitting tools, while working on stainless steel and gas piping systems in a busy urban construction setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Maspeth, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/hr.

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 Maspeth,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 15, 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.

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.