Posted 9 months ago

Water/Wastewater Construction – Pipe, Mechanical & Civil Crews

PhoenixOn-siteFull-time

AI Summary

Felix Construction is hiring experienced construction professionals for water and wastewater plant construction roles, including underground pipe workers, structural concrete carpenters, and craft laborers.

About this role

Felix Construction has been building critical water and wastewater infrastructure since 1987, proudly serving the Phoenix and Dallas markets. We’ve kept the close, family-owned feel of our early days while earning the reputation and recognition of a leading general contractor - recently named #1 Top Workplace in Arizona for midsize business in construction.

Build cool things. Learn every day. Be home for dinner.

At Felix Construction, work is local—no overnight travel—so you're home every night. We keep crews safe, busy, and respected. We like people who work hard and like using their hands and their heads. Read the plan, know the ‘why,’ build it right, and take pride in the result. You’ll get steady hours, good gear, and a team that has your back.

We Build What Matters.

Water & Wastewater Construction – Multiple Craft Roles Available

Important: This posting is specific to water and wastewater plant construction. We are not currently hiring for general commercial construction, residential trades, maintenance roles, painting, or fabrication welding.

**We have a separate job posting for electricians - if you are seeking electrical work, please apply here instead: Felix Construction - Journeyman Electrician

We are hiring experienced construction professionals to support water and wastewater treatment plant construction and heavy civil/mechanical projects. Based on your background, experience, and project needs, candidates may be interviewed and selected for one of the following three roles:

Underground Water Utilities/Mechanical Pipe Workers

(Pipefitters/Mechanical Pipe Hand

Structural Concrete Carpenters

(Concrete Structures - Treatment Plants & Utilities)

Water & Wastewater Construction Laborers

(Craft Labor – Water/Wastewater Only)

Underground Water Utilities/Mechanical Pipe Workers

This role focuses on underground utilities and process/mechanical piping for water and wastewater facilities.

Typical Responsibilities Include:

Installing, maintaining, and repairing underground water and wastewater lines (PVC, ductile iron, HDPE, copper)

Mechanical and process piping installation (flanged, mechanical joint, cut/thread, solvent weld)

Setting valves, hydrants, pumps, motors, backflow preventers, and plant equipment

Trenching, shoring, working in the street with multiple utility crossings

Pressure testing, flushing, disinfection, and system commissioning

Reading blueprints, utility maps, as-builts, and mechanical diagrams

Following trench safety, confined space, and utility safety regulations

Ideal Background:

Hands-on experience with underground utilities and mechanical piping in water/wastewater systems

Experience operating or working around heavy equipment (backhoe, trackhoe, skid steer)

Water distribution or pipefitting certifications are a plus

Structural Concrete Carpenters

This role supports structural concrete construction within treatment plants and utility infrastructure.
This is not a concrete finishing position.

The focus is on formwork, layout, and structural preparation.

Typical Responsibilities Include:

Build, install, and strip structural concrete forms (footings, walls, columns, slabs, and elevated structures)
Set and align wood, metal, and/or gang forms per drawings and specifications
Prepare work areas and ensure proper layout, elevations, and sub‑base conditions
Install rebar, embeds, anchor bolts, sleeves, and block‑outs
Read and interpret structural drawings and formwork details
Work closely with field crews to maintain schedule, safety, and quality standards
Maintain tools, forms, and materials in a safe, organized manner

Ideal Background:

Proven experience as a
structural form setter or form carpenter
Strong understanding of form systems and reinforcing placement
Experience working on municipal, utility, industrial, or treatment plant projects preferred
Ability to work from blueprints and layout plans

Water & Wastewater Construction Laborers

This role provides hands-on support across underground utilities, mechanical work, and concrete operations.

Typical Responsibilities Include:

Assisting with installation and repair of water and sewer mains, services, and structures

Supporting excavation, trenching, shoring, bedding, and backfilling

Assisting with pumps, valves, hydrants, lift stations, and treatment facility components

Performing general construction tasks: formwork, concrete placement, demolition, grading, site cleanup

Operating or assisting with light-to-medium construction equipment

Maintaining safe job sites and following OSHA, trench, and confined space requirements

Ideal Background:

Prior experience in water/wastewater construction strongly preferred

Willingness to work in trenches, confined spaces, and outdoor environments

Strong work ethic, reliability, and teamwork mindset

Skills

Confined SpaceCopper PipingDuctile IronFormworkHDPEOSHAPVCRebarStructural ConcreteTrench Safety

Water/Wastewater Construction – Pipe, Mechanical & Civil Crews

About this role

Underground Water Utilities/Mechanical Pipe Workers

Structural Concrete Carpenters

Water & Wastewater Construction Laborers

Skills

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