Lead and manage pipefitting crews on commercial and industrial projects. Responsible for supervising field installation, coordinating with other trades, maintaining schedules, enforcing safety, interpreting drawings, and supporting testing and commissioning of piping systems in compliance with applicable codes.
Required Experience
- 5–15+ years of commercial/industrial pipefitting experience
- Prior experience as Foreman or Lead Pipefitter
- Strong knowledge of piping systems (process, hydronic, steam, gas, HVAC, etc.)
- In-depth understanding of codes (ASME, ANSI, local/state codes)
- Proven experience overseeing crews, apprentices, and subcontractors
Core Responsibilities to Confirm
· Read and interpret piping, mechanical, architectural, and structural drawings
· Assign and verify pipefitting work quality and productivity
· Plan labor, materials, tools, and equipment ahead of schedule
· Coordinate with project managers, superintendents, vendors, and other trades
· Track manpower, hours, and production against project timelines
· Identify conflicts and manage as-builts and field changes
· Support pressure testing, flushing, startup, and commissioning
· Receive materials and coordinate deliveries
· Train apprentices and develop journeymen
· Conduct toolbox talks, JSAs/JHAs, and enforce site safety
Certifications & Training
- OSHA 10-hour (30-hour preferred)
- First Aid & CPR
- Willingness to complete foreman/leadership and trade coordination training
Leadership & Soft Skills
- Strong field leadership and crew accountability
- Clear and professional communication
- Sound decision-making and problem-solving
- Ability to instruct pipefitters of all skill levels
- Organized, safety-focused, and deadline-driven
Technology Skills
Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel (tracking labor, materials, schedules) Teams/Zoom for meetings and coordination
Ideal Candidate Snapshot
A hands-on pipefitting leader who can run crews, plan work, coordinate trades, enforce safety, and deliver quality pipe installations on schedule and within budget.
Pay: $40.00 - $45.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person