This position is located in the Durham VA Medical Center, Engineering Service, Durham, NC. The primary purpose of this position is to install, modify, maintain, and repair industrial or domestic high-temperature water and medium to high-pressure systems and equipment. Pipefitters work from blueprints, plans, sketches, and other specifications to plan layouts and fabricate piping systems in relation to walls, passageways, obstructions, locations of machinery, and other considerations.
See More Details >>Edwards, Inc. is a full-service industrial general contractor providing constriction, fabrication, and crane services. We are currently seeking a Pipe Welder/Fitter to work out of our Spring Hope, NC office. The Pipe Welder/Fitter will be responsible for: • Fabricating and installing piping spools/ components of various types and sizes. • Reading and understanding drawings. • Perform all other additional assignments per supervisor or project manager's direction. Ideal Candidates Should Have: Physical requirements include, but are not limited to: • Continually walk/stand on surfaces which may be even/uneven, stable/unstable, and varying compositions. • Work in awkward spaces and/or positions including confined spaces and climbing. • The ability to routinely lift up to 135+ lbs. • Excellent hand/eye coordination, depth perception, and peripheral vision. Essential RequirementsSkills: • Requirements • Minimum of 5 years of experience in pipe welding/fitting. • Successful completion of a welding and/or skills test. • Excellent communication skills and commitment to safety. • Additional Skills • Valid Driver's License and a clean driving record. • High School Diploma or Equivalent • Bilingual Skills (English/Spanish) is a plus. Competitive Benefits Package: • Health / Dental Insurance • Disability • Life Insurance • Paid Time Off: Vacation and Holiday • 401(k) with company match • And more! Working conditions may be indoor or outdoor. Schedule may include overtime, overnight, and weekend work. Pre-employment investigations and evaluations may include drug, physical functionality, criminal background, MVR and/or skills evaluations. Pay commensurate with experience/knowledge. Edwards, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. Application may be made in person, or an application may be completed online at https://www.edwardsinc.com/careers/.
See More Details >>Job Summary: The Pipefitter Foreman is responsible for overseeing field installation activities of hydronic and steam systems on industrial and commercial construction projects. This role emphasizes labor productivity, quality control, safety compliance, and effective crew leadership. The foreman coordinates closely with field supervisors and project managers, supervises a team of 2–6 pipefitters, and performs hands-on tasks including cutting, threading, welding, and pressure testing of various piping systems. Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in interpreting job-specific drawings, managing jobsite operations, and ensuring adherence to company procedures and project specifications. A minimum of 8 years of pipefitting experience, certified welding credentials, and competency with digital tools such as iPads and construction software are required. Responsibilities: • Lead work crews in the pipefitting trade. Manages 2-6 employees. Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of these units. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work. • Follows all rules and procedures required by SPC; ensures pipefitting staff follow procedures and policies. • Communicate with contractors on various projects to ensure they achieve quality work in a timely manner. • Communicates with SPC staff and provides feedback to staff regarding the status of the project. • Instructs pipefitting staff in the techniques and procedures employed in the hydronic pipefitting trade. • Pre-plans, assigns, and reviews the work of the pipefitting staff engaged in the installation, modification, and/or repair of hydronic systems and steam/condensate systems. • Inspects work upon completion to determine that staff followed the necessary procedures and that work conforms to job documents and SPC job-specific drawings. • Acts as a working crew supervisor in cutting, threading, soldering, brazing, pressing, grooving, mechanical joint systems, fusion systems similar to Aquatherm, assembling and installing pipe, connecting valves, and pressure testing finished work. Piping materials will include carbon steel, copper, ductile iron, and PVC. Should be proficient at assembling butt weld and socket-weld carbon steel systems, including tack welding of the same. Skills regarding cleaning and flushing of hydronic systems are a plus. • Repairs and replaces water, steam, air, and gas, and performs similar work expected in the pipefitting trade. • Monitors work of crew members for adherence to plans, specifications, and SPC job-specific drawings. • Certified Welder • Competent with the use of an iPad Qualifications: • Minimum of 8 years’ industrial/commercial pipefitting experience. Ability to read and interpret documents. • Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. • Ability to solve practical problems. • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schematic form. • Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as the fundamentals of plane and solid geometry. • Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Tools Required: • Framing Squares • 2’and 4’ Level • Torpedo Level • Plumb Bob • Pipe wrench -18” and 24” • Pipe wrap around • Flange line up pins • Socket set ½” drive • Combination wrench set 3/8 to 1¼ • Tape measure 25’ and 100’ • Hammer • Tubing cutters • Channellock’s • Crescent wrench • Allen wrenches • Screwdrivers • Laser -optional • Hand torch to use with MAPP gas • Striker and tip cleaners • Turbo Torch Set with A/B Adapter • Welding Hood • Grinder • Portaband Work Environment: 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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee is frequently required to talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to stand and use their hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and regularly lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered by an employee while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and the risk of electrical shock. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places, outside weather conditions, and vibration. The employee is regularly exposed to welding arcs.
See More Details >>Becoming a pipefitter in Durham, NC, 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, with extensive training under experienced professionals. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 89,141 pipefitters nationwide, with a median annual wage of $61,550. The employment outlook for pipefitters is projected to grow by 6% from 2023 to 2033, exceeding the average growth rate for all occupations. In Durham, NC, pipefitters earn an average of $648.71 per week, with an annual overtime average of $9,438. This trade offers a pathway to a financially rewarding career, with experienced professionals earning upwards of $108,000 annually.
