Precision Piping & Assembly Technician

ColonialWebb; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Career development

401(k) plan

PTO and holidays

Medical benefits

EAP

Referral incentives

Job summary

ColonialWebb is hiring an Assembly Mechanic to assemble, align, and test mechanical and piping systems to high quality standards. The role emphasizes precision work, safety, and teamwork within a respected MEP contractor with decades of experience.

You will interpret drawings, use hand and power tools, and perform pressure testing while maintaining thorough documentation and following SOPs. This position offers competitive wages and benefits, with a focus on craftsmanship and reliability.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• General knowledge of piping materials and mechanical components.
• Physical stamina to stand, bend, stretch and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Strong problem-solving skills and data-based decisions.
• High attention to detail to meet precise measurements.
• Experience reading technical drawings and assembling piping systems (preferred).
• Plumbing or pipefitting experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Assemble and align piping systems, supports, valves, and control components according to engineering drawings.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and specialized equipment safely and effectively.
• Interpret technical drawings and schematics to lay out systems with precision.
• Perform pneumatic and hydrostatic pressure tests and inspect for leaks or defects.
• Maintain QA/QC checklists, material usage, and test results documentation.
• Follow all safety procedures, PPE requirements, SOPs, and lockout/tagout protocols.
• Keep the work area clean, organized, and hazard-free.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Piping materials knowledge

Mechanical components knowledge

Problem solving

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

ColonialWebb is hiring an Assembly Mechanic to assemble, align, and test mechanical and piping systems to high quality standards. The role emphasizes precision work, safety, and teamwork within a respected MEP contractor with decades of experience.

You will interpret drawings, use hand and power tools, and perform pressure testing while maintaining thorough documentation and following SOPs. This position offers competitive wages and benefits, with a focus on craftsmanship and reliability.