Pipefitter Apprentice II - Field & Shop Growth Path

Comfort Systems USA Mid South; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 24,796 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Paid holidays

Generous PTO

401(k) plan

Training programs

Employee assistance program

Life insurance

AD&D

Disability insurance

Health savings account

Vehicle discounts

Job summary

Comfort Systems USA Mid South is seeking a Pipefitter Apprentice II to support our commercial HVAC and piping operations. Work will be performed in field and pipe shop environments, with opportunity to advance to Apprentice III and Journeyman levels.

This role emphasizes safety, independence, and learning under experienced pipefitters and foremen, with a strong pathway for career development within our commercial construction projects.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–2 years of pipefitting or related HVAC trade experience in a commercial construction environment.
• Basic understanding of commercial HVAC and piping systems (chilled water, hot water, hydronic piping).
• Basic piping math skills and ability to measure materials.
• Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints and drawings.
• Familiarity with common hand and power tools.
• Basic welding knowledge or willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior pipefitters with installation, modification, and repair of commercial piping systems.
• Install carbon steel, copper, and other piping materials under supervision and per codes.
• Assist with pipe fitting, layout, measuring, and cutting of materials.
• Perform basic pipe welding and fit‑up tasks as assigned.
• Support installation of pumps, boilers, chillers, and related systems.
• Read and interpret blueprints and piping schematics.
• Safely operate hand tools and power tools used in pipefitting.
• Maintain housekeeping and follow all jobsite safety requirements.
• Collaborate with other trades and project team members.
• Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and a strong commitment to safety.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors or project leadership.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Blueprint reading

Piping math

Hand & power tools

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Comfort Systems USA Mid South is seeking a Pipefitter Apprentice II to support our commercial HVAC and piping operations. Work will be performed in field and pipe shop environments, with opportunity to advance to Apprentice III and Journeyman levels.

This role emphasizes safety, independence, and learning under experienced pipefitters and foremen, with a strong pathway for career development within our commercial construction projects.