Pipefitter Foreman

Lee Contracting; Midland (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus ($5,000)

Comprehensive training programs

Paid holidays upon hire

Health, dental, and vision insurance

HSA with employer contribution

Paid time off

Short-term disability & life insurance

Safety bonus program

Employee stock ownership program

Work travel incentive

Holiday bonus

Job summary

Lee Industrial Contracting, based in Pontiac, Michigan, seeks a Pipefitter Foreman to oversee installation, assembly, and repair of piping systems in commercial and industrial settings. You will measure, cut, thread pipes, install valves and supports, and ensure safety and craftsmanship to specifications.

Responsibilities include planning pipe layouts from schematics, coordinating materials and labor, and training apprentices while upholding safety and building codes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–7 years of pipefitting or plumbing experience in a commercial/industrial setting.
• 1–3 years of supervision experience preferred.
• Strong communication skills are required.
• Ability to read/interpret schematics and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Measure, cut, and bend pipe to required lengths using cutters and benders.
• Thread and assemble black pipe.
• Groove and assemble steel pipe.
• Prepare, fabricate, install, and fit pipe to specifications.
• Install valves, hangers, supports, and flanges per plans and specs.
• Repair leaks in piping systems.
• Assemble, install, and repair piping per codes.
• Coordinate materials, labor, and equipment.
• Order, inventory, and receive materials.
• Train and develop apprentices.
• Ensure safety procedures and quality standards are followed.
• Collaborate with other departments as needed.

Skills

Supervision experience

Pipefitting

Blueprint reading

Communication skills

Tools

Aerial lift

Forklift

Telehandler

DOT chauffeur license

Material handling

Job description

As a Pipefitter Foreman, you will oversee the installation, assembly, and repair of piping systems in commercial and industrial settings, ensuring safety and high craftsmanship standards. You will handle tasks such as measuring, cutting, and threading pipes, installing valves and supports, and preparing piping systems according to specifications. With expertise in cooling towers, chillers, and mechanical codes, you will plan and execute pipe system layouts based on schematics and blueprints. Eligible candidates may receive a $5,000 sign-on bonus!

Founded in 1989, Lee Industrial Contracting is a 100% employee-owned company based in Pontiac, Michigan. We are the premier industrial contractor of choice for a broad variety of equipment installation, construction, and service projects. As employee-owners, we all strive to demonstrate the core values of Safety, Teamwork, Integrity, and Dedication each and every day. As a team, our mission is to provide our customers with the finest people, material, and equipment available. We encourage anyone who shares our values to apply today!

We Are Proud To Offer Our Employees

• Comprehensive Training Programs
• Paid Holidays Upon Hire
• Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• HSA with Employer Contribution
• Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance
• Safety Bonus Program
• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• Work Travel Incentive
• Holiday Bonus
• And so much more!

Responsibilities

• Measure, cut, and bend various sizes of pipe and tubing to required angle/length using pipe cutters and benders
• Threading and assembling black pipe
• Groove and assemble steel pipe
• Prepare, fabricate, install, and fit pipe to specifications
• Install valves, hangers, supports and flanges in piping systems according to plans and applicable specifications
• Repair leaks in all types of pipe systems
• Assemble, install, and repair piping systems according to specifications and appropriate trade and building codes
• Assist with coordination of materials, labor, and equipment
• Order, inventory, and receive material delivered on computer
• Responsible for training and developing apprentices
• Ensure all safety procedures and quality standards are followed
• Work with other departments as needed

Requirements

• Minimum 5 - 7 years of pipefitting or plumbing experience in a commercial/industrial setting
• Must have previous experience in supervision (1 - 3 years minimum is preferred)
• Must have strong communication skills
• Can perform Job/Site layouts
• Cooling tower knowledge
• Chiller knowledge
• Plan pipe system layout, installation, or repair, according to specifications. Lay out full scale drawings of pipe systems, supports, or related equipment, according to blueprints
• Can read/interpret the following: Schematics, Product Specifications
• Mechanical code knowledge
• Valid Driver's License

Preferred Requirements

• Has a CSD 1/backflow Certification
• Monitor actual work performance compared to the project budget and schedule
• Knowledge of municipal water supplies, valve configurations and operating
• Capable of accurately troubleshooting all systems, wet, dry, pre-action
• Knowledge and piping of Air compressors/ Air dryers for dry and pre-action systems

Equipment & tool experience:

• Aerial lift Operation – Boom & Scissor Lift
• Forklift Operation - Material Handling up to 5000#
• Telehandler
• Chauffeur LIC/Med DOT Physical
• Trailer Loading and Securing of Material

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to ascend/descend ladders, scaffolds, stairs, and/or operate scissor/boom lifts while working at height
• Work in permit & non-permit required confined spaces and in proximity to loud equipment
• Must be able to lift and carry or otherwise move up to 50 pounds regularly/occasionally
• Must be able to respond quickly to auditory alarms, visual signals, or other effective means to communicate hazards
• Must be able to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces
• Must be able to work in cold/hot environments
• Must be able to traverse irregular and steep terrain

This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, and nothing herein restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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