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Job Title: Pipefitter Millwright

1st shift

$35 - 37

Job Description

The Pipefitter Millwright installs, fabricates, and repairs industrial piping systems and mechanical equipment in a job shop environment. This role combines advanced pipefitting and welding with millwright responsibilities, including equipment installation, alignment, and mechanical assembly, while working closely with maintenance, engineering, and production teams to deliver high-quality projects on schedule.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, piping diagrams, fabrication drawings, and work orders to plan and execute projects accurately.
• Fabricate, fit, and install carbon steel, stainless steel, and process piping systems according to specifications and industry standards.
• Perform MIG, TIG, and Stick welding on piping, structural steel, and equipment components to ensure strong, reliable joints.
• Measure, cut, bevel, thread, and assemble pipe to required dimensions and tolerances using appropriate tools and methods.
• Install, align, and secure piping, valves, pumps, and tanks to ensure proper operation and system integrity.
• Perform millwright work, including equipment installation, alignment, leveling, and mechanical assembly of industrial machinery.
• Utilize precision measuring tools to verify proper fit-up, alignment, and clearances for piping and mechanical equipment.
• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and production teams to coordinate work, resolve technical issues, and complete projects on schedule.
• Apply safe rigging and lifting practices when moving, positioning, and installing piping, structural components, and equipment.
• Assist in building and assembling projects from start to finish in a job shop setting, following drawings and fabrication plans.

Essential Skills

• Previous experience as a Welder, Pipefitter, or Millwright in an industrial or job shop environment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, mechanical drawings, and piping diagrams.
• Hands-on experience with industrial pipe fabrication and installation, including carbon steel and process piping.
• Proficiency in MIG, TIG, and/or Stick welding on piping, structural steel, and equipment components.
• Experience installing and repairing pumps, valves, and other mechanical equipment.
• Familiarity with rigging practices, lifting equipment, and precision alignment methods.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to perform equipment installation, alignment, leveling, and assembly.
• Ability to use precision measuring tools to ensure accurate fit-up and alignment.
• Capability to work collaboratively with maintenance, engineering, and production teams to meet project deadlines.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in a job shop environment, building and assembling projects from start to finish based on drawings.
• Welding certifications in MIG, TIG, or Stick processes.
• Experience with stainless steel process piping fabrication and installation.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a comprehensive total rewards package that supports both health and long-term financial security. Medical and dental coverage are partially funded by the employer, while vision coverage is fully funded, helping reduce out-of-pocket healthcare costs. A 401(k) plan with a straight employer contribution provides consistent retirement savings, and participation in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) offers an additional opportunity to build long-term wealth through company stock. ESOP contributions begin after meeting service and hours thresholds, and accumulated stock can be rolled into another retirement account or taken as a cash disbursement upon separation, subject to tax. This structure creates a strong focus on shared success, ownership mentality, and long-term stability for employees.

Work Environment

This role is based in a job shop environment, working closely with a lead technician in a smaller, tight-knit team that includes a welder and another onsite employee. Work involves hands-on fabrication, welding, and mechanical assembly using industrial tools, precision measuring instruments, and rigging equipment. The setting emphasizes collaboration, clear communication, and coordinated project work from drawings through final assembly.

This is a Contract position based out of Chicago Heights, IL.

The pay range for this position is $34.00 - $37.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Chicago Heights,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 2026.

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.