Becoming a pipefitter in Denver typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 40,670 pipefitters in Colorado, with Denver being a significant hub. The average weekly wage for pipefitters in Denver is $1,890, and with an annual overtime average of $48,861, the trade offers strong earning potential, often exceeding $108,000 annually for experienced professionals. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring pipefitters find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a financially rewarding career.
RK Company Overview As a second-generation, family-owned enterprise, RK Industries, LLC (RK) offers a diverse range of construction, manufacturing, advanced fabrication and building services. Led by Rick and Jon Kinning, RK represents seven distinct lines of business that work together to provide seamless project collaboration. Our exclusive building methodologies, accredited safety standards and professional execution allow us to turn our customers’ greatest concepts into reality. Position and Responsibilities Overview Performs the full range of Journeyman or Master Journeyman level duties for Piping in the construction, finishing, repair, etc. of buildings. • Perform trade specific tasks on a construction site. • Oversee productivity of crew. • Ensure schedules and deadlines are met. • Perform some layout activities. • Perform some material takeoffs as necessary. • Trade related material, tool, and equipment requisitions. • Perform planned maintenance tasks as assigned. • Perform equipment start up with associated documentation. • Perform quality control inspections. • Technical trouble shooting and diagnostics when needed. • Other duties as assigned. Qualifications • High school degree or GED preferred or equivalent combination of skills and experience. • Journeyman or Master License required. • Good physical condition and ability to stand for extended periods of time. • Good dexterity and eye hand coordination. • Aptitude for technical problem solving. • Familiarity with building codes and current laws/regulations. • Ability to maintain clean and orderly tools/work area. • Good communication skills both verbal and written. • Expert knowledge of trade tools, equipment, and materials. • Keen eye for detail. Company Benefits • Comprehensive medical plans with HSA and FSA options for you and your family. • Generous 401(k) plan with immediate company match – 100% vested. • Dental and vision insurance for your well-being. • Short-term and long-term disability plans available after one year. • Company provided life insurance and AD&D with options for supplemental buy-ups. • Enjoy paid time off and holidays. • Get paid weekly for your convenience. In-house Programs • Elevate your skills with career development training at RK University. • Unlock discounts on essential products and services like phones, internet and work apparel. • Participate in fun company and team-building events. • Make a difference with volunteering opportunities. Partnership Programs • Access confidential counseling for personal issues and financial advice. • Enjoy exclusive discounts on entertainment, including amusement park tickets and restaurant specials. Safety is Our Top Priority • Comply with all company policies and procedures. • All employees are accountable for safety and health and are empowered to stop work if an unsafe condition is present. Employees should immediately notify their supervisor so that the hazard may be corrected. • RK Mechanical employees and subcontractors are required to implement and maintain all safety and health systems practices including the training requirements of RK Mechanical Orientation, shop specific orientation, CPR/First Aid/AED/Bloodborne Pathogens, Hazard Identification and Reporting, and OSHA 10. Minimum Physical Requirements • Work outside, inside, and in dusty, noisy and hazardous areas. • Work in high places, tight places, confined spaces and/or other adverse locations. • Climb, balance, squat, kneel and crouch. • Work in all types of weather. • Ability to lift, move, and/or carry 50 lbs. Why RK is a Great Place to Work At RK, we take immense pride in our diverse business units, each specializing in delivering exceptional projects, products and services to our customers. What sets us apart is our unique ability to integrate these services, providing comprehensive solutions and offering our employees ample opportunities for growth and learning across different businesses. • RK Mechanical: commercial and industrial plumbing, mechanical, process and HVAC contracting. • RK Steel: custom fabrication and manufacturing of structural steel and miscellaneous metals for various industries. • RK Electrical: commercial and industrial electrical contracting and service. • RK Water: groundwater dewatering and remediation, facilities water treatment and custom fabrication. • RK Service: commercial and industrial building and maintenance services. • RK Energy: custom fabrication for various industries requiring ASME and modular skidded solutions. • RK Mission Critical: design and manufacturing for off-site constructed modular solutions. Our commitment to excellence has been recognized with numerous awards for our outstanding performance and contributions, including high rankings in various categories from the Denver Business Journal and ABC’s Top Performers by Market, illustrating our broad expertise. We’ve been consistently recognized as a top private company and a leading employer by ColoradoBiz Magazine, and we're proud of our long-standing position as number one in the Top 50 Family-Owned Companies since 2011. Our strong commitment to safety, wellness and employee development has earned us prestigious accolades: • ABC Step Awards • ACCA Award Member • AGC Safety Utah • American Heart Association Fit-Friendly Worksite Award • Wellness Workdays and Harvard Medical School Best Wellness Employer Certification • Colorado Workforce Development Council Excellence in Apprenticeship Award • Business Experiential Learning Commission Colorado Apprentice Award In addition to our engagement with the community, we have been acknowledged in: • Denver Business Journal Corporate Philanthropy rankings • Named among The Civic 50 Colorado as one of the most community-minded companies Each of our business units has its own impressive list of awards and recognitions, such as: • Engineering News Record Top 20 Firms in Steel Erection • ABC Excellence in Construction Awards • AGC Awards for Construction Excellence • Xcel Energy Top Trade Partner in Energy Efficiency • USGBC LEED Program Member • IECRM Annual Summit Awards • MFG Magazine Colorado Manufacturing Awards We also adhere to rigorous quality standards and accreditations, including: • ISO 9001:2015 • ISO 14001:2015 • ISO 45001:2018 • AISC certifications As a new member of our team, you’ll be joining a company that’s not just award-winning but is also consistently striving to exceed expectations and deliver excellence in all we do. Become an essential part of our thriving and dynamic team, where your contributions will drive our continued success. Hourly Rate: $19.00 - $30.00
See More Details >>Position Title: Pipefitting Journeyman FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Department: Operations Date: 2024 Reports to: Field Manager/General Superintendent Location: Denver, CO Wage Range: $27-36/hr.+ DOE Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, 401K, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, AD&D, PTO, Employee Assistance Program, additional optional insurances. To see a list of all MTech’s great perks visit - https://mtechg.com/careers/benefits-wellness/ Job Summary Perform pipefitting job assignments according to MTech Mechanical safety standards and guidelines, and within budgetary constraints. Essential Job Functions • Meet all requirements of 4 year Apprentice. • Knowledge of all tools, equipment and skills necessary for the complete installation of projects common to the HVAC/piping industry. • Possession of the tools as required by the company. • Direct the activities of field crew member(s) in accordance with job schedules and priorities as coordinated with project manager/customer/general contractor and field foreman as applicable. • Submit daily job progress reports to supervisors as required. • Responsible for ordering stock or fabricated materials as far in advance as possible either personally or through site foreman to ensure completion of assigned tasks. • Responsible for physical jobsite organization and housekeeping to ensure a safe professional work area. • Responsible for safe operation and maintenance of company equipment as well as monitoring the use and timely return of rented equipment. • Responsible for the accurate accounting of labor hours to the accounting department, material sheets and change orders, etc. • Responsible for instruction and on the job training of apprentices/crew members which includes emphasis on safety. • Responsible for obtaining and maintaining necessary licensing/certification for performing work in areas where such is required. • Responsible for maintaining knowledge of local/national codes and industry standards. Ensure that all necessary inspections are made through all phases of work. • Support the total quality effort. Identify and respond to the needs of internal and external customers 100% of the time. • Work within the guidelines of the safety and employee policy. • All other duties as assigned within the Piping Department. • Promote MTech business values and culture • Promote proper use of company assets • Regular and predictable attendance is expected in order to meet the requirements of this position • Other duties as assigned. Qualifications • 4 year apprenticeship certificate or 4 years of field experience • Thorough knowledge of all aspects of pipefitting, construction practice and safety procedures • Working knowledge of all relevant national and local codes and company and industry standards. • Must possess and maintain licenses that are required in the jurisdictions that you are working. • Reliable transportation to and from work required About MTech For 20 years, MTech has had a goal to build a great company with a great reputation. With that in mind, we want an incredible team. With our values of integrity, commitment, excellence, growth and fun, we are looking for amazing individuals to build upon our success. Our team members are our greatest asset, and we have a people-centric culture. We value the contributions they make towards growing MTech into being the premier design-build mechanical contractor in Colorado. MTech provides an environment that promotes genuine communication so that our team members can freely collaborate. We offer competitive employment packages and care about everyone’s safety and wellness – we show this through initiatives like Mental Health Month, Employee Assistance Programs and Construction Inclusion Week participation. Approximately 500 individuals make up our teams across Colorado. We inspire and develop our talent with internship opportunities, an in-house training program and 100% company paid apprenticeship programs in sheet metal, pipefitting, plumbing and service. We also provide specialty training on topics such as medical gas certifications, DORA required Plumbing continuing education classes, various vendor trainings, CPR/First Aid and others. We also offer soft skill classes on topics such as Bias & the Brain (The Inclusion Series), Building a Culture of Trust, Navigating Conflict, and others. High-quality training enables our team members to exceed expectations in their roles and fuels the passion behind our company. We are proud to of the amazing projects we have completed in our communities. This list includes projects such as McGregor Square, UCCS Hybl Sports Medicine & Performance Center, AIMS Community College Welcome Center, Vail Health, Grand Colorado Peak 8 at Breckenridge Ski Resort, NREL and many more. Working for MTech provides the opportunity to work on a variety of different projects such as Healthcare, Higher Education, Data Centers, Cleanrooms, Office Buildings, Multi-Family, Biotech & Pharmaceuticals, and others. Americans with Disability Specifications The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: • Have full range of mobility in upper and lower body. • Be able to reach overhead. • Be able to work a full range of physical activity in various positions, including, but not limited to, stooping, standing, bending over, kneeling and squatting, climbing, walking for extended periods of time. • Be able to lift, pull and push materials and equipment to complete assigned job tasks. • Be able to lift 75 pounds of weight frequently throughout assigned workday. • Capable of hearing at a level or correctable to a level where the person is able to receive detailed information through verbal communication. Vision must also be at a level or correctable level where the person has clarity both in short and long distance vision. This Job Description is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities comprising this position and may change with or without notice. MTech Mechanical is an EEO Employer and does not discriminate based on age 40 and over, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other applicable status protected by state of local law. How to Apply: If you are interested in this role or any others at MTech, please visit www.mtechg.com to apply.
See More Details >>If you are interested in the position please email, fax, or send your resume to the following address: Email: [email protected] Performance Air Cooling Attn: Job Candidates 1360 W. Cedar Avenue Denver, CO 80223 Performance Air Cooling participates in the E-Verify program. For more information, visit http://www.dhs.gov/e-verify. Refrigeration Pipe Fitter The refrigeration pipe fitter will be responsible for reading blue prints, using good welding practices, personal job site safety, working on elevated surfaces, and operating scissor lifts. The qualified candidate will have two years experience in refrigeration pipe fitting. A valid Colorado driver’s license with a good driving record is required.
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