Commercial Pipefitter

RQ Construction LLC; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

RQ Construction LLC is hiring Commercial Pipefitters for Kings Bay Naval Base, GA, and surrounding areas. Work is on military bases with Davis-Bacon wage regulations. Install, layout, and maintain piping systems per specs and codes to ensure safety and quality.

Minimum four years journeyman pipefitting in commercial settings; preferred experience on large government projects. Equal opportunity employer; benefits include health plans and retirement options.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of four years of journeyman-level pipefitting experience in commercial construction or facility operations.
• Experience on military, government, or large commercial projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, assemble, lay out, and maintain piping systems on active construction sites.
• Work in compliance with project specifications, industry standards, and building codes.
• Ensure safety and craftsmanship in all tasks.

Skills

Pipefitting experience

Military/government project experience

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Welding certification

Job description

Commercial Pipefitters - Kings Bay Naval Base, GA and the surrounding areas

RQ is actively hiring skilled Commercial Pipefitters to support our Mechanical Operations team on projects located at Kings Bay Naval Base in Georgia and surrounding areas. All work is performed on a military base, with compensation paid in accordance with Davis-Bacon prevailing wage regulations for each project location.

This position is responsible for the installation, assembly, layout, and maintenance of piping systems on active construction sites. Pipefitters will be expected to perform work in compliance with project specifications, industry standards, and applicable building codes while maintaining a high level of craftsmanship and safety. Candidates should possess strong technical pipefitting knowledge and experience using the proper tools and equipment required for commercial mechanical installations. All tasks must be completed in accordance with company safety standards and in support of RQ's Mission, Vision, and Values.

Founded in 1996, RQ, LLC has become a nationally recognized Design-Build contractor specializing in commercial and government construction projects throughout the United States. With active operations nationwide, including Georgia, our field teams provide hands-on support directly at project sites to ensure successful project execution.

RQ specializes in accelerated, ground-up commercial construction projects for both private and public-sector clients, with a significant concentration in Department of Defense construction and infrastructure work.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly wage range: $20.94-$46.25 depending on experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions
• Paid time off including one week of vacation plus accrued sick leave

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum of four years of journeyman-level pipefitting experience or equivalent experience in commercial construction or facility operations
• Experience working on military, government, or large commercial construction projects preferred

Preferred Skills & Certifications

• Experience installing mechanical piping systems
• Background work in underground deep piping installation and chiller lines preferred
• Knowledge of equipment startup and commissioning processes involving boilers and chillers preferred
• Current pipefitter license or journeyman certification preferred
• Active welding certification preferred
• CPR, First Aid, and OSHA-10 certifications preferred

Become part of the RQ team and help support high-impact construction projects.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), religion (all aspects of religious beliefs, observance or practice, including religious dress or grooming practices) marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or a record or history of cancer, and genetic characteristics), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis or status protected by federal, state, or local law or ordinance or regulation.

All candidates considered for hire must provide evidence of identity and U.S. work authorization at the time of hire. Additionally, all candidates must successfully pass a drug screening and commercial criminal background check, including a stricter Department of Defense background check, for access to job site at military base (if applicable for position being hired for).