Job Brief. Our team is looking for a skilled Pipefitter/Pipelayer to lay out, fabricate, assemble, install, and maintain piping and systems, fixtures, and equipment for steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating, and/or industrial process systems in support of our various construction projects throughout the Mid-Atlantic Region. To succeed, you must ensure that you live by MEB’s core values on the project daily and that quality, health, and safety standards on site are your top priority. If you are a hardworking, safety-conscious tradesman that is committed to performing quality work and doing your part to ensure the successful completion of our projects, then we’d like to meet you! Pipefitter Core Areas of Responsibility. • Select the type and size of pipe and related materials according to job specifications. • Inspect work sites to determine the presence of obstructions and ensure holes will not cause structural weakness. • Plan the sequence of installation to avoid obstructions and activities of other construction workers. • Cut pipe using saws, torches, and/or a pipe machine. • Thread, fuse, and bend pipe appropriate equipment • Assemble and install a variety of metal and nonmetal pipe and pipe fittings, including those made of brass, FRP, copper, lead, steel, stainless steel, ductile iron, and plastic materials. • Use hand or power tools to secure pipes to structures with clamps, brackets, and hangers. • Test, flush, and chlorinate piping systems • May weld holding fixtures to structural steel members. • Assist in the installation of industrial process equipment such as pumps, screens, gates, valves, and other machinery. • Maintain knowledge of all tools required to perform the pipe discipline. Pipelayer Core Areas of Responsibility. • Assist in the installation of underground utilities • Assist in the installation of piping and equipment at industrial facilities including water treatment plants, wastewater treatment plants, and shipyards. • Prepare grades for the installation of piping and ductbanks • Cut, prepare, and assemble pipe systems of various materials including but not limited to PVC, HDPE, ductile iron, copper, steel, and concrete pipe. • Carry and clean various materials as directed. • May be required to shovel or rake materials. • Must be safety minded and adhere to all safety policies. • Additional responsibilities as directed by the foreman/leadman Skills You Possess. • At least 2-4 years of verifiable experience working with piping systems in industrial construction and/or installation experience • Ability to read, understand, and follow blueprints, diagrams, grades, and instructions from supervisors, lay out the job, and within precise limits or standards of accuracy. • Able to perform manual labor in all types of environments and conditions, including heavy lifting (in excess of 50 lbs.) and working at heights with comfort and ease for an 8 – 10-hour workday. • Interpersonal competencies include a drive for results, the need for closure, effective oral communication skills, organization, planning, trust, respect, being dependable, and cooperation. • Good housekeeping standards and ability to observe safety procedures and report any potentially unsafe conditions to management. • May be required to satisfactorily demonstrate craft certification through written and/ or performance test, developed and prepared by independent third party. Requirements. • 18 years of Age • Able to Pass a Drug Test • Legally Eligible to Work in the US • If assigned to a government project, US citizenship, and a clear background check may be required. Additional Requirements for Craftworkers. • Must have own transportation to and from job site every workday (driver's license not required) • Must provide own hand tools (excluding power tools)
See More Details >>Job is on FBI Headquarters in Quantico, VA Duties and Responsibilities: • Plan pipe system layout, installation or repair according to specifications. • Layout full scale drawings of pipe systems, supports, and related equipment following blueprints. • Select pipe sizes, types and related materials, such as supports, hangers, and hydraulic cylinders according to specifications. • Measure and mark pipes for cutting and threading. • Cut, thread, and fit pipe to specifications, using tools such as saws, cutting torches, pipe threaders and benders. • Assemble and secure pipes, tubes, fittings, and related equipment according to specifications by welding, brazing, cementing, soldering and threading joints. • Attach pipe to walls, structures and fixtures, using brackets, clamps, tools or welding equipment. • Inspect, examine and test installed systems and pipes lines, using pressure gouge, hydrostatic testing, observation or other techniques. • BL Harbert International is an EOE/Disabilities/Vets Job Type: Full-time Pay: $71.10 per hour Benefits: • Health insurance • Health savings account • Life insurance Schedule: • 10 hour shift • 8 hour shift • Day shift • Monday to Friday • Overtime • Weekends as needed Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Description Tradesmen International is looking to expand our team of qualified Trade Professionals for current & future projects in and around Richmond, VA. These are mainly first shift opportunities with a pay rate of Starting at $25/hour, dependent on experience & skill level. If you are a Pipefitter and want to work alongside other proven Craftsmen who emphasize safety, productivity and superior workmanship, this is your chance to advance your career! Job Scope (can include any or all of the following): • Installing and Working with PVC Piping, Copper Pipe and Groove Pipe • Fitting Industrial Carbon Steel & Stainless Pipe • Grinding & Beveling Pipe • Laying out, Cutting, Assembling and/or Installing Pipe • Works on Storm Drains & Underground Utilities • Test Pipe Systems to Ensure Safety and Functionality • Repairing Malfunctions • Installing, Modifying and Repairing Fluid Systems • Rebuilding Various Types of Pumps • Occasionally Operating Forklifts • Other Tasks as Needed or Assigned Requirements: • * Previous Pipe Fitting Experience • Tools for the Trade • Licenses are a plus Company Details Tradesmen International not only offers consistent work, top pay, and employment opportunities, we also provide a benefits package that is among the best in the industry. Our comprehensive benefits include: • Vacation Pay • Health insurance • 401(k) profit-sharing savings plan • Incentive programs • Tool purchase programs & MORE! Tradesmen International is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability Click here to visit Tradesmen’s full website. Recruiter NameAlany Rodriguez LocationUS-VA-RICHMOND Description Tradesmen International is looking to expand our team of qualified Trade Professionals for current & future projects in and around Richmond, VA. These are mainly first shift opportunities with a pay rate of Starting at $25/hour, dependent on experience & skill level. If you are a Pipefitter and want to work alongside other proven Craftsmen who emphasize safety, productivity and superior workmanship, this is your chance to advance your career! Job Scope (can include any or all of the following): • Installing and Working with PVC Piping, Copper Pipe and Groove Pipe • Fitting Industrial Carbon Steel & Stainless Pipe • Grinding & Beveling Pipe • Laying out, Cutting, Assembling and/or Installing Pipe • Works on Storm Drains & Underground Utilities • Test Pipe Systems to Ensure Safety and Functionality • Repairing Malfunctions • Installing, Modifying and Repairing Fluid Systems • Rebuilding Various Types of Pumps • Occasionally Operating Forklifts • Other Tasks as Needed or Assigned Requirements: • * Previous Pipe Fitting Experience • Tools for the Trade • Licenses are a plus Company Details Tradesmen International not only offers consistent work, top pay, and employment opportunities, we also provide a benefits package that is among the best in the industry. Our comprehensive benefits include: • Vacation Pay • Health insurance • 401(k) profit-sharing savings plan • Incentive programs • Tool purchase programs & MORE! Tradesmen International is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability Click here to visit Tradesmen’s full website. Recruiter NameAlany Rodriguez LocationUS-VA-RICHMOND
See More Details >>Embarking on a career as a pipefitter in Richmond, VA, typically begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships span about four to five years, requiring extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are 89,141 pipefitters nationwide, with a median annual wage of $61,550, translating to approximately $1,184 per week. In Richmond, VA, pipefitters earn an average of $588.51 per week, with an annual overtime average of $1,935. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild assist aspiring pipefitters in finding apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $108,000 annually for experienced professionals.
