Pipefitter

RQ Construction LLC; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 67,626; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401k with match

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Jacksonville, Florida, seeks experienced Pipefitters to join its team for ongoing projects at the Mayport military base. This role involves the assembly and installation of piping systems while ensuring safety and compliance with relevant codes. Candidates with at least 4 years of experience and preferred certifications will be favored. Compensation includes a wage of $49.09 per hour and benefits such as medical, dental, and 401k match.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience as a journeyman-level pipefitter required.
• Experience preferred in government and commercial construction.
• Must be able to pass a drug screening and background check.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, and plan all piping systems on site.
• Ensure compliance with relevant codes and safety practices.
• Support RQC's Mission, Vision, and Values.

Skills

Mechanical Pipe Installation

Deep underground experience

Start-up and Energizing Experience

Current Welding certificate

CPR and First Aid certifications

OSHA-10 hour certifications

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Valid Pipefitter license or journeyman card

Job description

Overview

Since 1996, RQC, LLC has been a leading player in commercial and governmental Design‑Build economy. We now have a national presence with current projects, spanning coast to coast, including North Carolina. We offer management of projects throughout the United States, with our field operations' team members who work on location for each of our projects. We specialize in fast‑track projects in new commercial construction for both public and private clients, with a primary focus in the Department of Defense market.

Position

We are looking to hire several Pipefitters to join our self‑perform team for ongoing work on Mayport, Florida. All work is to be performed on the military base and is paid the required Davis‑Bacon prevailing wage, specific to the Mayport military base. Candidates that are local to the area within reasonable commutable distance are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the assembly, installation, and planning of all piping systems on an active construction site, ensuring that work is done in accordance with relevant codes. Work involves technical application of pipefitting principles, using the appropriate equipment and implementing the required safety practices in support of RQC’s Mission, Vision, and Values.

Compensation

Pay: $49.09 per hour

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision coverage, 401k with match

Requirements

• High school diploma or G.E.D. is the minimal education required for this position.
• 4 or more years (or equivalent) field or trade work experience as a journeyman‑level pipefitter in a commercial, industrial, or facilities operations setting is required; government, military, or large commercial construction experience preferred.
• Mechanical Pipe Installation
• Deep underground experience
• Start‑up and Energizing Experience (Boilers, Chillers)
• Valid Pipefitter license or journeyman card is preferred.
• Current Welding certificate.
• CPR, First Aid, and OSHA‑10 hour certifications are required, but training can be provided.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), religion (all aspects of religious beliefs, observance or practice, including religious dress or grooming practices), marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or a record or history of cancer, and genetic characteristics), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis or status protected by federal, state, or local law or ordinance or regulation.

All candidates considered for hire must provide evidence of identity and U.S. work authorization at the time of hire. Additionally, all candidates must successfully pass a drug screening and commercial criminal background check, including a stricter Department of Defense background check, for access to the job site at the military base (if applicable for position being hired for).