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Overview

The Plumber position involves assisting Electricians, Welders, and Assemblers on projects while maintaining a strong understanding of industrial plumbing systems. The role requires problem-solving skills and the ability to work safely in a shop environment.

Responsibilities

  • Assist Electricians, Welders, and Assemblers as necessary for projects.
  • Braise and solder copper pipe ranging from ½” to 4”.
  • Maintain a working knowledge of changes in technology, compliance, and repair techniques.
  • Work with PVC pipe.
  • Use power tools effectively.
  • Read blueprints and follow SOPs.
  • Perform other assigned work as required.

Requirements

  • Proven experience as an industrial plumber.
  • Strong understanding of industrial plumbing systems.
  • Completion of college/vocational or technical training preferred.
  • Appropriate credentials and certifications.
  • Ability to work shift work.
  • Ability to work in small spaces.
  • Ability to work independently in a busy environment.
  • Highly flexible with solid interpersonal skills.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work well under pressure.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to deal with people tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally.

Benefits

Additional Information

  • Shift 2: Monday - Thursday: 2:00 pm-12:30 am.
  • Safety policies must be adhered to, and personal protective equipment must be worn where required.
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How this job compares in Gilbert, AZ

Pay in context

This employer didn't publish a rate. For reference, welding jobs across Arizona currently run a median of $30/hr in our index, with the middle half of them falling between $25–$38/hr across 184 postings with published pay. That median is a reasonable floor to anchor on when a recruiter asks what you're looking for.

The local market in Gilbert, AZ

We're tracking 14 other active welding openings in Gilbert, AZ right now, from 8 different employers. 8 of them were added in the last week. Across Arizona as a whole we're tracking 488 other active welding openings from 277 employers. A metro this active generally means you have real leverage — employers here are competing for the same welders. Browse every welding job in Gilbert, or widen the search to Arizona.

Johnson Controls currently has 5 other openings live in Arizona, which is usually a sign of either steady growth or steady turnover — worth asking which in the interview.

The most active employers in Arizona at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are Sundt Construction (14), Welding Shop in Phoenix, AZ (14), and GTI Fabrication (11). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

Within Arizona, the best-paying metros we track by median hourly rate are El Mirage at $38/hr, Waddell at $34/hr, and Phoenix at $32/hr. If you can relocate or commute, that spread is worth factoring in.

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