Journeyman Pipefitter

Crete United; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 106,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

General and Mechanical Services is seeking an experienced Project Pipe Fitter to support active mechanical projects across Maryland, Washington DC, and Northern Virginia. The role involves installation, modification, and repair of piping systems in commercial and government facilities, requiring strict safety and adherence to project schedules.

Candidates should have solid blueprint reading skills and a working knowledge of HVAC piping, valves, pumps, and system commissioning support.

Qualifications

• Ability to read mechanical drawings, schematics, and specifications.
• Strong understanding of HVAC systems including chilled water, heating water, steam, and refrigerant piping.
• Experience with valves, pumps, strainers, hangers, supports, and vibration isolation components.

Responsibilities

• Install, assemble, and maintain piping systems for HVAC and mechanical applications.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings and specifications; coordinate with project managers and foremen.
• Support system testing, flushing, and commissioning activities.

Skills

Blueprint reading

HVAC systems knowledge

Piping installation

Field coordination

Education

Journeyman HVAC license (MD/VA/DC)

Tools

Pipefitting tools

Job description

GMS is seeking an experienced Project Pipe Fitter to support active mechanical projects across Maryland, Washington DC, and Northern Virginia. This role supports installation, modification, and repair work on commercial and government facilities. The position requires strong technical ability, strict adherence to safety standards, and the discipline to meet project schedules and quality expectations.

Where: Baltimore/ Annapolis Corridor

Pay: $51.13/hr- affiliated with the Local 486

Responsible for:

• Installing, assembling, and maintaining piping systems for HVAC and mechanical applications.
• The work includes screw pipe, copper, welded piping, and specialty mechanical systems found in commercial buildings, federal environments, data centers, laboratories, military bases, and industrial facilities.
• The role requires a solid understanding of system layout, blueprint reading, and field coordination with project managers, foremen, and other trades.

The role requires the ability to:

• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and specifications.
• Candidates must understand HVAC systems such as chilled water, heating water, steam, condenser water, refrigerant piping, and gas piping.
• They must be familiar with installation requirements for valves, pumps, strainers, hangers, supports, vibration isolation components, and other related equipment.
• They must also understand pressure testing, flushing, and system commissioning support.

Licensing and Certification:

• Either MD/VA/DC Journeyman HVAC license
• CFC Universal
• OSHA-10 or 30 Safety training

Qualifications:

• Clean personal record
• Clean driving record
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• Solid past performance

General and Mechanical Services, a Crete United Company, is an equal opportunity employer, considering all applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state of federal law. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.