Pipefitter - Foreman

Harper Limbach; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Jake Marshall LLC is seeking an experienced tradesperson to lay out, fabricate, assemble, install, and maintain piping systems for assigned projects. This field position operates mainly at construction sites, often outdoors, with exposure to weather and industrial hazards. Base pay is $30–$40 per hour.

The role requires reading and interpreting drawings, coordinating with team members, and ensuring safety and quality on every installation. Travel is limited but may be required on some projects.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of mechanical contracting experience.
• Construction-document and drawing literate with knowledge of all construction phases.
• Basic computer proficiency including Microsoft Office and Google products.
• Ability to communicate with diverse audiences.
• Leadership skills to facilitate learning, teamwork, and collaboration.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Assembles pipe sections, tubings, and fittings using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing, and welding equipment.
• Fills pipes or plumbing fixtures with water/air and observes pressure gauges to detect and locate leaks.
• Reviews blueprints and specifications to determine work details and procedures.
• Studies building plans and inspects structures to assess material and equipment needs, establish installation sequence and plan around obstructions.
• Keeps records of assignments and produces detailed work reports.
• Locates and marks pipe installations and fixtures in structures using measuring tools.
• Measures, cuts, threads, and bends pipe using hand tools or machines.
• Cuts openings in structures to accommodate pipes and fittings.
• Hangs steel supports from ceiling joists to hold pipes in place.
• Repairs plumbing, replaces defective washers, and opens clogged drains.
• Installs underground storm, sanitary, and water piping systems.
• Uses computer-assisted welding of small pipes and specialized piping for microchip fabrication.
• Directs workers engaged in piping and pre-installation of plumbing systems.
• Inspects equipment, structures, and materials for errors or safety hazards and escalates solutions.

Job description

OUR VISION:

"To become an indispensable partner to building owners with mission-critical systems."

POSITION SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE:

The incumbent lays out, fabricates, assembles, installs, and maintains piping systems and related equipment for assigned projects.

Base hourly range of $30/hr - $40/hr

KEY TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assembles pipe sections, tubings, and fittings using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing, and welding equipment.
• Fills pipes or plumbing fixtures with water/air and observes pressure gauges to detect and locate leaks.
• Reviews blueprints and specifications to determine work details and procedures.
• Studies building plans and inspects structures to assess material and equipment needs, establish the sequence of pipe installations, and plan installation around obstructions, such as electrical wiring.
• Keeps records of assignments and produces detailed work reports.
• Locates and marks the position of pipe installations, connections, penetrations, and fixtures in structures using measuring instruments such as rulers and levels.
• Measures, cuts, threads, and bends pipe using hand power tools or machines.
• Cuts openings in structures to accommodate pipes and pipe fittings using hand and power tools.
• Hangs steel supports from ceiling joists to hold pipes in place.
• Repairs plumbing, replaces defective washers, mends broken pipes, and opens clogged drains.
• Installs underground storm, sanitary, and water piping systems.
• Uses specialized techniques, equipment, or materials to perform computer assisted welding of small pipes, and work with special piping used in microchip fabrication.
• Directs workers engaged in piping and pre-installation of plumbing systems and components.
• Inspects equipment, structures, and materials to identify the cause of errors, safety hazards, or other issues, and solutions or escalates them appropriately.
• Facilitates knowledge transfer and teaches trade skills to less experienced tradespeople.

CONDUCT STANDARDS:

• Maintains appropriate Company confidentiality at all times.
• .Protects the assets of the Company and ethically upholds the Code of Conduct & Ethics in all situations.
• Cultivates and promotes the “Hearts & Minds” safety culture.
• Consistently exemplifies the Core Values of the Company (we CARE, we ACT WITH INTEGRITY, we are INNOVATIVE, and we are ACCOUNTABLE).

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• This position operates primarily in the field, working on new and remodeling projects, often at great heights and outdoors in a variety of weather conditions. Jobsite work is likely to entail varying exposure to potentially harmful materials or chemicals, fumes, odors, noise, dangerous machinery, and/or other conditions typically associated with a live construction site.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

(Approximations on a daily basis)

• Standing, Walking 4-6 Hours
• Sitting 1-2 Hours
• Reaching Above Shoulder Height 2-4 Hours
• Working with Body Bent at Waist 2-4 Hours
• Working with Arms Extended at Shoulder Level 1-2 Hours
• Kneeling, Crawling, Squatting 1-2 Hours
• Pushing, Pulling 1-2 Hours
• Twisting, Turning 2-4 Hours
• Driving Commercial Vehicle 1-2 Hours
• Climbing Ladders, Stairs 1-2 Hours
• Lifting, Carrying without Assistance (Maximum) 50 Pounds

TRAVEL:

• This position may require up to 10-15% travel.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2-4 years of mechanical contracting experience.
• Must be construction-document and drawing literate, with knowledge of all phases of construction.
• Basic computer proficiency, including experience with Microsoft Office and Google products.
• Ability to communicate (verbally and in writing) with diverse audiences.
• Capacity to leverage leadership skills to facilitate learning, teamwork, and collaborative relationships.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

Must have a driving record compliant with the Company's policies and MVR requirements, and consent to ongoing driving record monitoring by the Company.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by the individual

who assumes this role, not an exhaustive list of responsibilities. Duties, responsibilities, and activities

may change at any time, with or without notice, as business needs dictate. Reasonable accommodations

may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Limbach Facility Services LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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