Journeyman Pipe Fitter

McKenney's Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

McKenney's Inc. in Charlotte, NC is seeking a working crew member to assist with the installation and demolition of mechanical system components. Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED, reliable transportation, and extensive knowledge of construction hand tools. Responsibilities include training Apprentices, maintaining safety practices, and reading project documents. The position may require local and occasional out-of-town travel to job sites. McKenney’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Must have a reliable transportation for travel to various jobsites.
• Extensive knowledge of construction hand tools is essential.
• Four years construction experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safe working practices throughout all activities.
• Take direction on installation of duct and piping systems.
• Train and guide Apprentices and Helpers.
• Participate in the Stretch and Flex program.

Skills

Construction hand tools

Direction and supervision

Safety regulations

Flexible working hours

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Completed apprenticeship program

Job description

Job Summary: A working crew member that must take direction from foreman and train and guide Apprentices and Helpers on installation, demolition of mechanical system components, and moving of material.

Duties & Essential Job Functions

• Maintain safe working practices throughout all activities.
• Take direction on installation of duct and piping systems.
• Ability to train and direct Apprentices and Helpers on proper work practices.
• Load/unload/move material such as sheet metal, piping, boxes, carts, trash, dollies, containers.
• Ability to read and understand project documents such as prints and speciation’s.
• Plan for the most efficient method of installing duct and piping systems.
• Participate in the Stretch and Flex program.
• Understand the safe effective operation of all necessary tools.
• Look for and communicate any safety issues with the foreman in each work area throughout the day.

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must have reliable transportation to travel to various jobsites.
• Must adhere to safety protocol.
• Must have extensive knowledge of construction hand tools.
• Must have completed an apprenticeship program.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 4 years construction experience.
• MUST complete and pass journeyman’s test through local 421.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Qualifications

• Ability to take direction and perform job with limited supervision.
• Ability to work flexible hours.
• Ability to work long hours and weekends.
• Ability to follow safety regulations.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.

Working Conditions and Physical Efforts

• Work involves exposure to elements, such as hot/cold temperatures, dirt, dust, and/or loud noises.
• Work environment involves extensive exposure to construction, mechanical and electrical‑related hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
• Extensive physical effort. Requires handling of average‑weight objects up to 50 pounds and extensive standing and walking.
• Work requires local and occasional out‑of‑town travel to job sites and customer locations.
• Performance of the required duties will require physical ability to climb permanent and temporary stairs, passenger use of construction personnel hoists, ability to climb ladders and scaffolds, and to negotiate work areas under construction.
• Moderate exposure to heights may be required.

McKenney’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity. Qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to age, color, religion, sexual orientation, disability, national origin, or gender identity. McKenney’s is a smoke‑free and drug‑free workplace.