Lead Pipefitter - Industrial Piping & Systems

Thomas Mechanical & Fire Protection; Laurens (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Thomas Mechanical & Fire Protection in Laurens, SC is seeking an experienced pipefitter to install, fabricate, and lead process piping systems in commercial and industrial environments. The role emphasizes hands-on pipefitting, adherence to plumbing codes, and safety.

You will read blueprints and isometrics, install gas lines, compressed air, and clean water piping, and supervise a crew on site. Physical requirements include lifting up to 50 lbs and traveling between job sites.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of pipefitting and plumbing experience required.
• Experience installing gas lines, clean water piping, and related plumbing components.
• Working knowledge of plumbing codes, fittings, valves, and system components.
• Proficiency in soft soldering and brazing copper piping.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and mechanical drawings.
• Strong understanding of job site safety practices.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work at heights or in confined spaces.
• Reliable transportation and clean driving record for travel to multiple job sites.
• Must own standard industry hand tools
• Strong communication and leadership skills

Responsibilities

• Lead daily job tasks and coordinate assigned crew members
• Interpret blueprints, specifications, and isometric drawings for accurate system layout
• Install and connect compressed air systems, gas piping, and clean water lines in accordance with applicable plumbing codes
• Measure, cut, thread, groove, and prepare piping materials independently
• Install carbon steel, copper (soft soldered and brazed), PVC, and related piping systems
• Perform soft soldering and brazing of copper piping to industry standards
• Install valves, regulators, drains, and related plumbing components
• Verify system alignment, pressure integrity, and code compliance
• Perform pressure testing and system commissioning
• Troubleshoot field conditions and implement effective solutions
• Maintain strict adherence to OSHA and company safety standards
• Communicate effectively with foremen, project managers, inspectors, and other trades
• Maintain clean and organized job sites

Skills

Pipefitting

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

Leadership

Communication

Troubleshooting

Tools

Soldering/Brazing tools

PVC fittings

Job description

Thomas Mechanical & Fire Protection in Laurens, SC is seeking an experienced pipefitter to install, fabricate, and lead process piping systems in commercial and industrial environments. The role emphasizes hands-on pipefitting, adherence to plumbing codes, and safety.

You will read blueprints and isometrics, install gas lines, compressed air, and clean water piping, and supervise a crew on site. Physical requirements include lifting up to 50 lbs and traveling between job sites.