Pipefitter

ColonialWebb; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Career growth and development

401(k) with generous match

Medical, dental, vision, Rx insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

Short and long-term disability

Paid holidays and personal leave

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral incentives

Job summary

ColonialWebb is seeking Plumbing/Pipefitter Mechanics to assemble, install, and repair pipes, fittings, and fixtures for heating, water, and drainage systems at our Richmond, VA shop and job sites.

The role involves leading apprentices, teaching best practices, and delivering quality work while adhering to safety rules in a fabrication shop environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a pipefitter on commercial construction projects.
• Ability to read and work from drawings/layouts.
• Ability to direct the work of a helper or apprentice.
• Knowledge of pipefitter equipment and power tools.
• Knowledge of different pipe types, valves, fittings, and their functions.
• Knowledge of basic construction/shop math.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.

Responsibilities

• Study building plans and drawings to determine work aids and sequence of installations.
• Locate and mark pipe positions and passage holes in walls and floors.
• Cut and thread pipe using appropriate tools.
• Assemble and install valves, fittings, and pipes of various materials.
• Join pipes using screws, fittings, solder, brazing, or welding as required.
• Work safely and encourage others to comply with health and safety rules.

Skills

Pipefitter experience

Layout reading drawings

Direct apprentices

Construction math

Transportation reliability

Tools

Pipefitting equipment

Power tools

Job description

ColonialWebb is looking for Plumbing/Pipefitter Mechanics to assemble, install, and repair pipes, fittings, and fixtures of heating, water, and drainage systems. We want someone on our team who can teach, coach, and provide direction to apprentices and helpers to work safely and deliver quality. We work safely and encourage others to do so at ColonialWebb!

Location: 2820 Ackley Avenue Richmond, VA 23228.Environment: Fabrication Shop.Hours: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM, M-F.Pay range $26-30hr.

Who we are:At ColonialWebb, we are deeply committed to our people, our culture, and the continued growth of our business. As a full-service MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) contractor, we pride ourselves on the quality and expertise of our teams, who work across a diverse range of specialties, including New Construction, Mechanical Service, Industrial Refrigeration, and Manufacturing. For over 50 years, we've been dedicated to delivering comprehensive solutions and unmatched service to our commercial customers, earning a reputation as a trusted contractor in the industry.

Perks of joining ColonialWebb:

• Competitive wages
• Opportunities for career growth, training, and development
• 401(k) plan with a generous company match
• Medical, dental, vision, and Rx drug insurance
• Life and accidental death insurance
• Short and Long-Term disability insurance
• Paid holidays, Personal leave, Bereavement Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee referral incentives

A day in the life:

• Study building plans and working drawings to determine work aids required and sequence of installations
• Locate and mark position of pipe and pipe connections and passage holes for pipes in walls and floors using necessary tools (i.e., ruler, spirit level, and plumb bob)
• Cut and thread pipe, using necessary tools (i.e., pipe cutters, port-a-band saw, reciprocating saw, torch, pipe-threading machine)
• Assemble and install valves, pipe fittings, and pipes composed of metals (I.e., iron, steel, brass, copper, glass, vitrified clay, and plastic)using hand tools and power tools
• Join pipes by use of proper supplies (i.e., screws, fittings, solder, brazing, grooving, plastic solvent, welding wire)
• Work safely, encourage others to do so, and comply with applicable health and safety-related rules, regulations, and procedures and practices

You should have:

• Work experience as a Pipefitter for commercial construction projects. (Journeyman level experience is preferred, but not required)
• Experienced with layouts and ability to read and work from drawings
• Ability to direct the work of a helper or apprentice
• Knowledge of pipefitter equipment, power tools, and fabrication methods
• Knowledge of different types of pipe, valves, fittings, and their functions
• Knowledge of basic construction/shop math
• A reliable source of transportation to and from work
• EOE M/W/Disability/Vets
• Veterans and those with previous military experience are encouraged to apply.