Utility Technician

Job Title: Utility Technician
Job Description

The Utility Technician supports the fabrication and assembly of structural steel and piping components while assisting multiple skilled trades across the facility. In this role, you measure and cut steel, install supports and brackets, operate industrial equipment, and work closely with welders, electricians, and plumbers as an apprentice. You help install equipment according to engineering drawings and specifications and gain hands-on experience in welding, plumbing, and electrical work. This position offers broad exposure to many aspects of production and provides a strong foundation in multiple trades.

Responsibilities

• Assist in fabricating and assembling structural steel and piping components according to engineering requirements.
• Measure and cut steel using a band saw, plasma cutter, or oxy-acetylene torch in accordance with engineering cut sheets.
• Install supports, brackets, and trolley beams to specified locations and tolerances.
• Operate plate shears, industrial saws, and other power equipment and tools safely and efficiently.
• Work as an apprentice alongside welders, electricians, and plumbers to support their daily tasks.
• Help pull electrical wires, hang walls, assemble frames, and perform spot welding as directed.
• Assist with installing various pieces of equipment in accordance with engineering drawings and specifications.
• Perform tack welding on support beams and other components as needed, such as short weld beads on structural elements.
• Support painting and finishing activities on structural and mechanical components when required.
• Work with the electrical team on tasks such as pulling wire and assisting with conduit-related work under supervision.
• Support plumbing activities, including helping to sweat copper piping and assemble piping systems under guidance.
• Use hand and power tools for general construction, fabrication, and production tasks.
• Follow safety procedures and common safety protocols in a manufacturing environment, including proper use of personal protective equipment.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, ensuring tools and equipment are stored and used properly.
• Collaborate with multiple trades to help build and assemble chiller systems and related equipment.
• Participate in training opportunities within welding, plumbing, and electrical departments to build skills and familiarity with each trade.

Essential Skills

• Experience in at least one trade such as construction, HVAC, electrical, or welding.
• Strong knowledge of how to safely use power tools, including saws, drills, grinders, and similar equipment.
• Basic understanding of welding processes and common weld shop tools.
• Experience performing general labor tasks in a construction, production, or manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with hand tools and their proper use in fabrication and assembly work.
• Ability and willingness to learn about electrical wiring and conduit-related tasks.
• Ability to speak about and demonstrate a strong personal safety record.
• Understanding of common safety protocols in a manufacturing environment, including safe tool and equipment operation.
• Capability to operate plate shears, industrial saws, and other power equipment after appropriate training.
• Physical ability to lift and move up to 35 pounds as needed for job tasks.
• Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, or crouch for extended periods as required by the work.
• Ability to climb portable ladders safely to perform tasks at various heights.
• Good manual dexterity and multi-limb coordination to handle tools, materials, and equipment effectively.
• Willingness to use required personal protective equipment at all times.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior experience working in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
• Exposure to welding, plumbing, or electrical work beyond basic familiarity.
• Comfort working with engineering cut sheets, drawings, and specifications.
• Interest in cross-training and building skills across welding, plumbing, and electrical trades.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions from engineering and trade professionals.
• Strong teamwork skills and the ability to collaborate with multiple trades on shared projects.
• Reliability, punctuality, and a strong work ethic in a production setting.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers a people-centered environment that supports your professional growth and well-being. You have access to comprehensive Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, and Vision Insurance, along with a 401(k) Retirement Plan with eligibility after meeting company requirements. The benefits package typically includes Life and Disability Insurance, as well as an Employee Assistance Program to support you and your family. Paid Time Off and Holidays, including competitive vacation time and extended holiday shutdowns at some manufacturing locations, help you maintain a healthy work-life balance. Wellness programs and health-related resources encourage you to stay healthy, while ongoing career development and training opportunities allow you to build skills and advance within the organization.

Work Environment

The role is based in a manufacturing and fabrication environment where you work closely with welding, plumbing, and electrical teams to build chiller systems and related equipment. You regularly use hand and power tools, including saws, drills, grinders, plate shears, industrial saws, and other shop equipment, while working from engineering cut sheets and drawings. The position requires frequent standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, or crouching, as well as the ability to climb portable ladders and lift or move up to 35 pounds. Good manual dexterity and multi-limb coordination are essential for handling tools and materials safely. Personal Protective Equipment is required and provided, and safety protocols are an integral part of daily operations. The environment emphasizes collaboration across trades and offers hands-on exposure to multiple disciplines within a structured, safety-focused production setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Phoenix, AZ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/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 Phoenix,AZ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 18, 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.