Journeyman Pipe Fitter (Environmental/Industrial Piping)

Journeyman Pipe Fitter (Environmental/Industrial Piping); Concord (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

Skillforce is seeking an experienced Journeyman Pipe Fitter for environmental and industrial piping projects in Concord, CA. The role focuses on installing PVC, CPVC, and HDPE piping, with responsibilities including field layout, reading P&IDs, and coordinating trench work.

The position pays $35–$45 per hour and typically entails 45–50 hours per week, Monday through Friday. OSHA and safety compliance are emphasized, with benefits like health and dental insurance, PTO, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of pipe fitting experience in environmental or industrial work.
• Experience with PVC, CPVC, and HDPE piping systems.
• Ability to read P&IDs, plans, and project specs.
• Experience with layout, grading, and trench coordination.
• Strong safety understanding and jobsite discipline.

Responsibilities

• Fabricating and installing PVC, CPVC, and HDPE piping systems.
• Working on groundwater treatment systems, well headers, and chemical feed lines.
• Reading and executing from P&IDs, civil drawings, and project specs.
• Performing field layout using laser levels to establish grade, inverts, and alignment.
• Coordinating with operators on trench depth, bedding, and installation readiness.
• Installing valves, fittings, flanges, unions, and mechanical connections.
• Supporting both underground and above-ground piping installs (skids, tanks, manifolds).
• Pressure testing and assisting with system startup and commissioning.

Skills

PVC piping

CPVC piping

HDPE piping

P&IDs reading

Field layout

Trench coordination

Laser levels

Tools

Laser levels

Job description

Journeyman Pipe Fitter (Environmental / Industrial Piping)

Pay: $35 - $45 /hour

Location: Concord, CA

Skillforce is hiring an experienced Pipefitter who knows how to handle complex piping installs in the field and can take ownership of their work without needing constant direction.

This role is a great fit for someone with a background in environmental remediation or industrial construction, especially with experience in groundwater treatment, chemical systems, or underground conveyance piping. Schedule is Monday through Friday, averaging 45 to 50 hours per week.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Fabricating and installing PVC, CPVC, and HDPE piping systems
• Working on groundwater treatment systems, well headers, and chemical feed lines
• Reading and executing from P&IDs, civil drawings, and project specs
• Performing field layout using laser levels to establish grade, inverts, and alignment
• Coordinating with operators on trench depth, bedding, and installation readiness
• Installing valves, fittings, flanges, unions, and mechanical connections
• Supporting both underground and above-grade piping installs (skids, tanks, manifolds)
• Pressure testing and assisting with system startup and commissioning

What We’re Looking For:

• 5+ years of pipe fitting experience, ideally in environmental or industrial work
• Strong experience with PVC, CPVC, and HDPE systems
• Ability to read P&IDs, plans, and specs and translate them into field work
• Experience with layout, grading, and trench coordination
• Solid understanding of safety and jobsite expectations

Certifications:

• HAZWOPER (preferred, can be provided if needed)
• OSHA 10 or 30 (training available if needed)
• Confined Space Entry (a plus)

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

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