Plumbing Pipe-fitter Mechanic

Southern Air • Greensboro, North Carolina, United States • $18 - $26 / hour • 3m ago

Plumbing Pipe‑Fitter / Pipe Welder Mechanic – Greensboro, NC

Build Your Future With a 100% Employee‑Owned Company!

For over 75 years, Southern Air, Inc. has been a trusted industry leader, delivering exceptional workmanship and unmatched customer service across Virginia, West Virginia, and North Carolina. As a growing employee‑owned company, we are deeply committed to investing in our people—because when you succeed, we succeed.

We are seeking an experienced Plumbing Pipe‑Fitter / Pipe Welder to join our team in Greensboro, NC. If you take pride in your craft, excel in a team environment, and want a long‑term career with ownership potential, Southern Air is the place for you.

Why Southern Air?

We believe great work deserves great rewards. Our team members enjoy:

Competitive Pay: $18–$26/hour (based on experience, education & certifications)
ESOP – Employee Stock Ownership Plan (you receive company shares annually!)
401(k) with Company Match
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Company‑funded HSA contributions
Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability
Life & AD&D Insurance
Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance
PTO (Paid Time Off) for vacation and personal needs
Employee Assistance Program
Company Vehicle + Gas Card (take home daily)

Join a company where your work matters and your future grows every year.

Position Summary

The Plumbing Pipe‑Fitter / Pipe Welder performs installation, fabrication, and repair of piping systems across commercial and public facilities. This role requires strong technical skill, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently as well as within a team.

✅ Qualifications & Experience

Minimum 5 years of experience in the piping trade
Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints, and P&ID schematics
Experience preparing large‑bore weld pipe
Knowledgeable in fitting take‑outs for screw and weld fittings
Skilled with carbon steel piping, stainless steel piping, stainless steel tubing, PVC, copper, and weld pipe
Must supply essential hand tools required for the trade
Strong communication skills and ability to work without direct supervision
Dependable, safety‑minded, and team‑oriented

Key Responsibilities

Install, assemble, and weld various piping systems
Troubleshoot piping issues with systematic, efficient solutions
Interpret schematics, P&ID drawings, and project documentation
Safely operate tools, equipment, and machinery
Provide professional service and communication on job sites
Work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

Ability to sit, stand, talk, hear, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl throughout the workday
Frequent use of hands, tools, and equipment
Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds
Work may occur indoors or outdoors, in varying temperatures and weather conditions
Some job sites may require extended driving or riding in a vehicle (2+ hours)
May work around typical construction materials and chemicals

Additional Requirements

Must pass post‑offer drug screening
May be required to pass additional background checks (DMV, criminal history, etc.)
Must demonstrate professionalism and reliability at all times

Equal Opportunity Employer

Southern Air, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Learn more about us:
www.southern-air.com