Water​/Wastewater Construction – Pipe, Mechanical & Civil Crews

Water & Wastewater Construction – Multiple Craft Roles Available

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.

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

(Pipe fitters/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 prev enters, 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 pipe fitting 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 back filling
• 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…