Lead Pipefitter Supervisor – Hands-On Leader

Kelso Industries; Duncan (OK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

Job summary

Kelso Industries in Duncan, SC is seeking a seasoned Pipe Fitter Supervisor to lead pipe fabrication and installation activities in our shop and field environments. You will supervise pipefitters and helpers, ensure work meets drawings, specifications, and quality standards, and drive production with a strong focus on safety and workmanship excellence.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in pipefitting or piping fabrication, strong knowledge of isometric and orthographic drawings, and the ability to

Qualifications

• 5+ years of pipefitting or piping fabrication experience.
• Previous supervisory or lead pipefitter experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret isometric, orthographic, and P&ID drawings.
• Understanding of piping materials, valves, fittings, and supports.
• Strong safety leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily pipefitting operations to ensure quality, safety, and productivity targets are met.
• Lead and manage pipefitters, helpers, and subcontractors as assigned.
• Interpret and work from isometric and orthographic piping drawings.
• Coordinate with welding, fabrication, quality, and engineering teams.
• Ensure proper fit-up, alignment, tolerances, and material usage prior to welding.
• Enforce company safety policies, PPE usage, and job site safety requirements.
• Conduct daily toolbox talks and ensure Safety Task Assessments (STAs) are completed.
• Monitor productivity and manpower; develop recovery plans when production goals are not met.
• Manage Fitter productivity targets: Fitter Booths: 120 diameter inches per 8-hour shift.
• Verify materials, fittings, and components match project specifications.
• Identify and resolve field or shop issues related to fit-up, rework, or material discrepancies.
• Work with Quality Control to address non-conformances and inspection findings.
• Ensure accurate completion of daily reports, manpower logs, and turnover documentation.
• Maintain housekeeping standards in work areas.
• Participate in daily production and coordination meetings.
• Uphold a professional, respectful, and team-focused work environment.

Skills

Pipefitting

Supervisory

Reading drawings

Safety leadership

P&ID drawings

Job description

Kelso Industries in Duncan, SC is seeking a seasoned Pipe Fitter Supervisor to lead pipe fabrication and installation activities in our shop and field environments. You will supervise pipefitters and helpers, ensure work meets drawings, specifications, and quality standards, and drive production with a strong focus on safety and workmanship excellence.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in pipefitting or piping fabrication, strong knowledge of isometric and orthographic drawings, and the ability to