Piping Foreman

Mechanical Engineering & Construction Corporation; Catonsville (MD); On-site; USD 50,971 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Paid training

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Piping Foreman to lead construction projects involving central plant installations. This role requires expertise in supervising manpower, reading technical plans, and ensuring the safe execution of tasks. Candidates should possess a Journeyman gasfitter’s license and have a strong background in commercial piping. The position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work on diverse projects. If you are passionate about construction and have the leadership skills to guide a team, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Experience with central plant construction including boiler and chiller installation.
• Journeyman gasfitter’s license and commercial piping experience required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee manpower on job site and perform layout work.
• Maintain tools and ensure safety on the job site.

Skills

Ability to read plans

Supervision skills

Knowledge of hydronic piping

Mathematical calculations

Welding and brazing skills

Education

Completion of a four-year apprenticeship

Journeyman gasfitter’s license

Two+ years of commercial piping experience

Tools

Tools for piping installation

Job description

Job Title: Piping Foreman

Department: Piping & Plumbing

Grade: High level Journeyman or Master

Supervisor: Piping & Plumbing Superintendent

Salary: $37 - $45 per hour

Employment Type: Full-time

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Paid training

POSITION SUMMARY

Directly responsible for and have experience with all phases of central plant construction including boiler, chiller, and cooling tower installation, coil connections, pumps, and heat exchangers. Oversees manpower on job site.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Read plans to perform necessary work
• Perform layout
• Supervise manpower
• Maintain a complete set of tools

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for company assets used on job site
• Make purchases at local supply houses following Company procedure
• Hold a valid driver license
• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Completion of a four-year apprenticeship in specified field preferred.
• Journeyman gasfitter’s license
• Minimum two+ years of commercial piping experience as a mechanic.
• Experience with control valve, two-way valve, and three-way valve installation.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Ability to understand written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents
• Able to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of solutions and approaches to problems
• Complete knowledge of hydronic piping including copper pipe, soldering and brazing, and screw/weld pipe fabrication.
• Able to pass sample weld/brazing test, if required
• Able to perform mathematical calculations
• Knowledge of tools and equipment needed to complete a job

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Must have the ability to lift up to 60 pounds
• Spend long periods of time standing
• Ability to climb ladders to perform work
• Work in high elevations

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Periodic travel to multiple job locations
• May be subjected to inclement weather and hazardous working conditions
• Work weekend or night-time duty, as needed

NOTE

This job description describes the reporting relationship, the essential functions of the job (duties/tasks/responsibilities), and additional job requirements including: education/experience, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical/mental job requirements. From time-to-time, employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned.