Maintenance Plumber

Date Posted:

2026-06-18



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-830 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 830 (External Site)



Position Role Type:

Onsite



U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance​



Security Clearance Type:

DoD Clearance: Secret



Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

About Us: 

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.  

*Starting Wage: $29.58* 

Responsibilities to Anticipate: 

• Determines routing of pipe, sequence of work operations, and location of such plumbing fixtures, accessories and equipment as inlets and outlets, vent pipes, valves, meters, gauges, hangers, brackets and water sewer, gas, steam, irrigation and air connections by following and adhering to trade practice, specifications, blueprints, sketches, and state, municipal and underwriters’ standards and ordinances.

• Computes the type, size and amount of pipe, connections and other materials necessary. When this information is not furnished then consideration by such factors as pressure, volume, gradient, temperature and substance being piped should be used.

• Lays out and marks guidelines and points on walls, floors, ceilings and open areas or sets stakes to locate pipe routes, vents, inlets, outlets, connections, fixtures, and equipment. Make working sketches, as required.

• Installs, connects, and tests such sanitary plumbing fixtures as urinals, water closets, wash basins, sinks and drinking fountains, complete compressed air, fire sprinkling, irrigation, steam and other pressure systems, and such gas and oil-fired equipment as boilers, heat treating furnaces and all types of processing, heating, and deionization equipment. Fabricates air hoses.

• Troubleshoots and repairs major plumbing breakdowns by replacing or taking other corrective action on such items as clogged main sewer lines, main gas line breakdowns, seepage contaminated water supply lines, fire sprinkling nitrogen systems, steam generating equipment, internal plumbing systems of production and facility equipment and devices which do not respond to routine maintenance troubleshooting.

• Makes material take-off list in their own craft. When need arises, orders material or parts directly from vendor which includes using on-line system or physically writing of purchase requisitions. Orders parts and materials from plant site stores.

• Erects and disassembles scaffolding as work requires, for his own craft.

• Performs preventive maintenance (P.M.'s) as required.

• Performs rework wherein the operations are essentially the same as required for the work described herein.

• Uses oxyacetylene to perform his work. But shall not use these units to weld or cut.

• While performing functions associated with this classification, may perform incidental duties normally performed by other trades.

• Understands and performs all job duties in accordance with the appropriate operating procedures/instructions relative to all environmental/safety requirements and regulations governing the work area within an individual's classification.

Qualifications You Must Have: 

• High School Diploma or Equivalency (GED)

• have three (3) years of experience as an industrial plumber or pipe fitter.

• Must be able to work any designated shift to include overnight. 

• Must be capable of working from oral and written instructions and blueprints using applicable specifications and codes.

• Must be experienced in installing, repairing, assembling and maintaining plant plumbing, compressed air, hot water and steam systems.

• Must have experience with D.I. (deionized water) systems, chemical waste systems and piping requirements, and halon and deluge fire systems.

• Must pass technical interview. 

• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. secret clearance prior to the start date. U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance and maintain an Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Access (ATF) clearance. 

What We Offer:

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for this role.

• Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

This position is part of a collective bargaining agreement. Wage and workplace conditions, including shift times, are subject to this agreement. Individuals hired into this position will be represented by a union.  

Clearance Information: This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here:   https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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