Mechanical Lead: Welding & Piping (75% Travel)

MJ Nester - Specialty Contractors; Pottstown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

MJ Nester - Specialty Contractors in Pottstown, PA is seeking a Mechanical Lead to support the Mechanical Foreman with hands-on leadership in welding, pipefitting, rigging, equipment installation, and mechanical construction. This role emphasizes quality workmanship, mentoring, and safety.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years welding experience, be proficient in multiple welding processes, and capable of reading welding symbols and fabrication drawings. Travel up to 75% is required.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years welding experience required.
• Proficiency in multiple welding processes and materials.
• Ability to read welding symbols and fabrication drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and safety.
• Experience with pipe installation and mechanical assembly.
• Knowledge of rigging and safe material handling.
• Strong troubleshooting, leadership, and communication skills.
• Experience in relevant industrial environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform and oversee welding tasks (MIG, TIG, Stick, Flux-Core).
• Inspect welds for quality and specifications.
• Train and support junior welders and apprentices.
• Maintain welding equipment and proper usage.
• Perform pipefitting: layout, fit-up, assembly, installation.
• Fabricate metal components as required.
• Safely perform rigging and material handling.
• Assist with installation and maintenance of mechanical equipment.
• Coordinate workflow with Foreman and relay progress.
• Promote safe and organized work environment.
• Lead by example and adhere to company policies.

Skills

Welding experience

Welding processes

Read drawings

Attention to detail

Pipe installation

Mechanical assembly

Rigging procedures

Troubleshooting

Leadership

Communication

Safety awareness

Industrial environments

Job description

MJ Nester - Specialty Contractors in Pottstown, PA is seeking a Mechanical Lead to support the Mechanical Foreman with hands-on leadership in welding, pipefitting, rigging, equipment installation, and mechanical construction. This role emphasizes quality workmanship, mentoring, and safety.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years welding experience, be proficient in multiple welding processes, and capable of reading welding symbols and fabrication drawings. Travel up to 75% is required.