Experienced Pipefitter - Lead Piping & Safety Champion

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first mindset

Competitive pay

7 paid holidays

Medical benefits

PTO & retirement

Job summary

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is seeking an experienced pipefitter to join our team in Bismarck, ND. You will install and maintain piping systems, read drawings, and ensure compliance with safety guidelines.

We value skilled tradespeople and offer competitive pay, medical benefits, paid time off, and a path to grow within America’s premier, employee-owned builder. Join a collaborative, safety-focused environment that rewards workmanship and reliability.

Qualifications

• Licensed pipefitter preferred.
• Welding certifications preferred.
• Experience with copper, PVC and cast-iron installations and piping.
• Steamfitters license a plus but not required.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in plumbing and pipefitting.
• Experience with refrigerant piping and medical gas preferred.
• Med Gas Certification preferred but not required.
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings and specifications.
• Ability to accurately layout building systems.
• Management and ability to train apprentice tradesmen.
• Ability to create a safe working environment, and understands OSHA regulations.
• Ability to take off and communicate tool and material requirements to the supervisor
• Ability to set up and perform plumbing tests.
• Ability to identify potential issues during installation and elevate them to Foreman/General Foreman.
• Basic understanding of IPC and UPC building codes.
• Must have own hand tools.
• Must have reliable transportation to job-site.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work well with others.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Pay rate is determined on current level of knowledge and experience.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates understanding of McCarthy Safety Guidelines and Procedures. Safety is their top priority.
• Comprehensive knowledge of multiple Piping material applications: Steel/carbon pipe, Copper Pipe, PVC/PCV pipe, Poly Pipe, Stainless Steel pipe and Aluminum pipe, including piping layout.
• Receives direct supervision and performs technical responsibilities.
• Coordinates own tasks with a specific range of responsibilities under established procedures.
• Contributes to a team under general supervision of an experienced professional or manager.
• Skilled specialist that demonstrates reliable judgment in resolving issues and making recommendations.
• Promote a positive learning environment in mentoring and directing of apprentices.
• Perform testing, inspecting, and recording.
• Maintain all tools and equipment in serviceable condition.
• Use materials and other resources conservatively to promote project success and profitability.
• Install all systems and products per code, specifications, submittals, and contract documents.
• Provide applicable input promptly to maintain current “As-Built” record drawings.

Skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Safety-focused

Job description

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is America's premier, 100% employee-owned commercial construction company. With offices nationwide, we specialize in a wide range of project types that are as diverse and wide-ranging as the communities in which we build. Our innovative teams collaborate with clients and industry partners throughout the project life cycle, starting in the earliest stages of design, throughout construction and beyond project completion. McCarthy’s reputation for tackling the toughest building challenges starts with our focus on developing high-performing individuals and teams. We do this through our award-winning training programs, a best-in-class Total Rewards benefits program, and a focus on equipping diverse teams of employee owners through a connected and inclusive culture aligned with our core values of: Genuine. We, Not I. All In.

How do McCarthy partners define our culture?

• We Live Our Core Values: We do whatever it takes to deliver on our promises with honesty and integrity.
• We are Employee Owned: We are personally invested in building the things people need in our communities.
• We Feel Like a Family: We value genuine connections and help each other succeed in an inclusive environment.
• We are Builders: We respect the work we do and everyone who helps make it happen safely.
  
  
  

McCarthy’s core purpose is to be the Best Builder in America. We value our skilled tradespeople, and we know the abilities you bring to make us a better company. Together, we can build great things

McCarthy proudly offers our craft professionals:

• Safety-First Mindset
• Competitive pay
• 7 paid holidays
• Medical, paid time off, and retirement savings available
• Per Diem/ Subsistence Packaged Offered
  
  
  

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates understanding of McCarthy Safety Guidelines and Procedures. Safety is their top priority.
• Comprehensive knowledge of multiple Piping material applications: Steel/carbon pipe, Copper Pipe, PVC/PCV pipe, Poly Pipe, Stainless Steel pipe and Aluminum pipe, including piping layout.
• Receives direct supervision and performs technical responsibilities.
• Coordinates own tasks with a specific range of responsibilities under established procedures.
• Contributes to a team under general supervision of an experienced professional or manager.
• Skilled specialist that demonstrates reliable judgment in resolving issues and making recommendations.
• Promote a positive learning environment in mentoring and directing of apprentices.
• Perform testing, inspecting, and recording.
• Maintain all tools and equipment in serviceable condition.
• Use materials and other resources conservatively to promote project success and profitability.
• Install all systems and products per code, specifications, submittals, and contract documents.
• Provide applicable input promptly to maintain current “As-Built” record drawings.
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Licensed pipefitter preferred.
• Welding certifications preferred.
• Experience with copper, PVC and cast-iron installations and piping.
• Steamfitters license a plus but not required.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in plumbing and pipefitting.
• Experience with refrigerant piping and medical gas preferred.
• Med Gas Certification preferred but not required.
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings and specifications.
• Ability to accurately layout building systems.
• Management and ability to train apprentice tradesmen.
• Ability to create a safe working environment, and understands OSHA regulations.
• Ability to take off and communicate tool and material requirements to the supervisor
• Ability to set up and perform plumbing tests.
• Ability to identify potential issues during installation and elevate them to Foreman/General Foreman.
• Basic understanding of IPC and UPC building codes.
• Must have own hand tools.
• Must have reliable transportation to job-site.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work well with others.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Pay rate is determined on current level of knowledge and experience.
  
  
  

Additional

• Pay rate is determined by current level of knowledge and experience
• $2.00 increase to base pay if licensed
  
  
  

McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.