Plumber/General Construction Worker

Job Title: Plumber/General Construction Worker – Trailer Refurbishment and Inspection (Fontana)

Job Description

This role combines hands-on plumbing and construction work with detailed inspection, repair, and refurbishment of modular trailers. You will build and service bathroom installations, inspect and repair trailer components, and ensure each unit meets quality and safety standards before delivery. The position is ideal for a mechanically inclined tradesperson with plumbing and carpentry experience who enjoys working independently in a fast-paced, shop-and-yard environment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect modular trailers thoroughly, including chassis, tires, axles, hitches, wiring, brakes, springs, adjusters, hangers, and hitch components.
• Move from bay to bay inspecting trailers and replacing worn or damaged parts as needed, primarily on trailers with three axles and up to six axles.
• Build bathrooms from start to finish, including framing, rough-in plumbing using copper and PVC, and installing fixtures and finishes.
• Perform refurbishment, check-in, and modification of all trailers in the yard to meet quality and safety standards.
• Clean and prepare trailers for use, including buffing and waxing floors, wiping down walls, counters, windows, ceilings, fixtures, and doors.
• Inspect and perform basic electrical work, including checking and repairing wiring systems as required.
• Carry out carpentry repairs on floors, walls, roofing, siding, windows, and fixtures to restore trailers to proper condition.
• Inspect and repair trailer brakes, hitches, axles, tires, locks, and other mechanical components.
• Install company signage on trailers in accordance with established guidelines.
• Wash and detail the exterior of trailers and prep units for delivery to customers.
• Perform rent check-ins by physically inspecting all incoming units and documenting their condition.
• Maintain a clean and organized working area inside the shop and outside in the yard, including lawn, parking lot, and building upkeep.
• Conduct regular inventory checks and place orders for necessary materials and parts.
• Attend regular safety meetings and consistently demonstrate a safety-first mentality.
• Provide courteous and professional customer service when interacting with internal teams and external customers.
• Keep the shop clean and orderly, including proper storage of tools and materials.
• Use and operate a floor buffer to clean and finish trailer floors.
• Assist and train with service team duties and refurbishment tasks to support overall operations.
• Work independently to complete 4–6 or more trailer units per day, maintaining a strong sense of urgency while working safely.
• Operate a variety of hand and power tools to perform plumbing, carpentry, mechanical, and cleaning tasks.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on plumbing experience, including working with copper pipes, PVC, and performing rough-in plumbing and installations.
• Proven ability to build bathrooms from framing through rough-in plumbing to final installs.
• Strong mechanical background, ideally with experience in auto mechanics or similar mechanical repair work.
• Ability to inspect and repair trailer components such as tires, axles, brakes, springs, adjusters, hitches, and locks.
• Solid carpentry knowledge and experience with repairs to floors, walls, roofing, siding, windows, and fixtures.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality and safety standards.
• Competence in using a variety of hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Capability to operate a floor buffer for cleaning and finishing floors.
• Some knowledge of computers for basic documentation or inventory tasks.
• High school diploma or equivalent education.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physically demanding tasks throughout the day.
• Strong safety awareness and willingness to follow safety procedures and attend safety meetings.
• Basic understanding of electrical systems and minor electrical repair.
• Basic repair skills across plumbing, carpentry, and mechanical systems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• background in plumbing, carpentry, repair, minor electrical work, and minor HVAC is highly beneficial.
• Prior experience working on construction projects, including framing, installation, and rough-in plumbing.
• Experience with construction materials such as PVC and copper piping.
• OSHA 10-hour safety training or similar safety certification is preferred.
• Some janitorial experience, particularly in cleaning and maintaining facilities or equipment.
• Experience working with modular trailers, mobile units, or similar equipment is a plus.
• Ability to maintain a strong sense of urgency while consistently working safely and independently.
• Ownership of basic hand tools, including hammer, screwdrivers, wrench set, tape measure, and similar tools.
• Comfort working in both indoor shop environments and outdoor yard settings in varying weather conditions.

Why Work Here?

You join a hands-on, trade-focused environment where craftsmanship, safety, and pride in workmanship are highly valued. The role offers steady daytime hours, opportunities to broaden your skills across plumbing, carpentry, electrical, and mechanical work, and the chance to see tangible results from your efforts each day. You work with a supportive team that emphasizes safety training, cleanliness, and collaboration, while still giving you the independence to own your work and contribute to continuous improvement.

Work Environment

You work both inside the shop and outside in the yard, as well as inside modular trailers. Conditions vary with the weather, and some trailers may not have air conditioning, so you should be comfortable working in hot or cold environments. Standard hours are approximately 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with two 10-minute breaks and a 30-minute lunch, and some flexibility with hours may be needed. The role requires regular use of hand and power tools, floor buffers, and other equipment related to plumbing, carpentry, mechanical repair, and cleaning. The dress code includes steel-toe boots, work pants, and a t-shirt, and protective glasses and gloves are provided. The work is physically active, involving lifting, bending, and moving around the shop, yard, and trailers throughout the day.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fontana, CA.

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $28.00/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 Fontana,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 27, 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.