Pipe Fusion Technician

Preston Companies•Milpitas, CA

2d•$26 - $41•Onsite

About The Position

Preston Pipelines is seeking a Pipe Fusion Technician to perform pipe joining operations for underground wet and dry utility projects. This role operates specialized equipment, including McElroy fusion machinery, to install MDPE, HDPE and thermoplastic piping systems. While more experienced or certified fusion technicians are preferred, we are open to further training motivated candidates with less experience, strong mechanical aptitude and a drive to learn.

Requirements

1–3+ years of hands-on experience in HDPE pipe fusion and underground utility construction (wet/dry utilities, water, sewer, gas, or conduit).
Proven experience operating McElroy, Ipex, Tega, manual and hydraulic fusion machinery (Butt fusion & electrofusion) and general mechanical job site tools.
Ability to follow project plans, ASTM & manufacturer specs, safety guidelines, and field instructions.
Clean Valid Driver’s License required. (1 point or less)
Must be able to perform heavy physical labor (lifting, bending, climbing) in active, outdoor construction environments under varying weather conditions.
Meticulous attention to detail in inspecting joints, setting up machinery in active trenches/confined spaces, and logging job site data.
Reliable, self-motivated team player with strong communication skills and a commitment to maintaining safety and quality in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

More experienced or certified fusion technicians are preferred.
Motivated candidates with less experience, strong mechanical aptitude and a drive to learn are open to further training.
Current McElroy, ASTM F2620, or manufacturer-certified fusion qualification
OSHA 10/30
PG&E connection, Operator Qualification (OQ) or utility owner equivalent
Clean CDL required (1 point or less)
Experience operating McElroy Data Logger systems to record joint metrics (temperatures, pressures, heat/cool-down duration) per project requirements.
Large diameter hydraulic machine operation.
Hands-on experience with Electro fusion re-rounding, de-beading, squeezing, purging, tapping, mechanical fittings, or pipe locating.
Union membership, prior union project experience, or willingness to work under applicable project labor agreements (PLA).

Responsibilities

Perform pipe joining operations for underground wet and dry utility projects.
Operate specialized equipment, including McElroy fusion machinery, to install MDPE, HDPE and thermoplastic piping systems.
Follow project plans, ASTM & manufacturer specs, safety guidelines, and field instructions.
Perform heavy physical labor (lifting, bending, climbing) in active, outdoor construction environments under varying weather conditions.
Operate McElroy Data Logger systems to record joint metrics (temperatures, pressures, heat/cool-down duration) per project requirements.
Perform large diameter hydraulic machine operation.
Perform Electro fusion re-rounding, de-beading, squeezing, purging, tapping, mechanical fittings, or pipe locating.
Understand HDPE material preparation, surface cleanliness, and field conditions affecting weld integrity (e.g., contamination, misalignments, heating/cooling times, and hold pressure).
Meticulously inspect joints, set up machinery in active trenches/confined spaces, and log job site data.
Work as a reliable, self-motivated team player with strong communication skills and a commitment to maintaining safety and quality in a fast-paced environment.