Pipefitter – Large Commercial Construction

Job Title: Commercial Pipefitter

Project Type: Large-Scale Commercial Construction

Location: Project-Based (Travel Opportunities Available)

Job Summary

We are seeking experienced Commercial Pipefitters to support large-scale commercial construction projects. This position is responsible for installing, assembling, and maintaining mechanical piping systems, including HVAC hydronic piping, chilled water, heating water, condenser water, and other building mechanical systems.

Qualified candidates should have experience with commercial mechanical piping installations, the ability to read blueprints and isometric drawings, and a strong understanding of piping layout, fabrication, and installation. The ideal candidate is safety-focused, dependable, and capable of working efficiently on large construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Install and assemble commercial mechanical piping systems, including chilled water, heating water, condenser water, and other hydronic systems.
• Measure, cut, thread, groove, and prepare carbon steel, copper, stainless steel, and other piping materials.
• Install piping systems using welded, grooved, threaded, brazed, and mechanical connections.
• Read and interpret mechanical blueprints, isometric drawings, specifications, and piping layouts.
• Perform accurate pipe layout, measurements, and fit-up for installation and welding.
• Install valves, fittings, flanges, hangers, supports, and expansion joints.
• Install and connect piping to chillers, boilers, cooling towers, pumps, air handling units, and other mechanical equipment.
• Work with large-bore and small-bore piping systems.
• Assist with pipe fabrication, prefabricated assemblies, and equipment room installations.
• Coordinate with welders, plumbers, sheet metal mechanics, electricians, and other construction trades.
• Perform pressure testing, leak testing, flushing, and system inspections.
• Assist with mechanical system startup and commissioning activities.
• Ensure all installations meet project specifications, applicable codes, and quality standards.
• Follow OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and project-specific safety requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of commercial or industrial pipefitting experience preferred.
• Experience installing commercial HVAC and mechanical piping systems.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical blueprints and isometric drawings.
• Experience working with carbon steel, copper, stainless steel, and grooved piping systems.
• Proficiency in pipe layout, measurement, cutting, threading, grooving, and fit-up.
• Familiarity with Victaulic, welded, threaded, and flanged piping connections.
• Knowledge of commercial mechanical equipment and piping installations.
• Ability to operate pipe threading machines, groovers, power tools, and other pipefitting equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• OSHA 10 certification preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a construction crew.

Preferred Experience

• Large commercial construction projects, including data centers, hospitals, universities, high-rise buildings, and manufacturing facilities.
• Central utility plants and large mechanical rooms.
• Chilled water, heating water, and condenser water piping systems.
• Installation of large-diameter carbon steel piping.
• Chiller plants, boiler rooms, cooling towers, and pump installations.
• Hydronic piping and mechanical equipment connections.
• Pipe fabrication and prefabricated mechanical assemblies.
• BIM coordination drawings and detailed mechanical layouts.
• Mechanical system pressure testing, flushing, and commissioning.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds.
• Stand, bend, kneel, crouch, and climb throughout the workday.
• Work from ladders, scaffolding, and aerial lifts.
• Perform overhead work and installations in mechanical rooms and confined areas.
• Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and extended schedules as required.

Project Information

• Large-scale commercial mechanical construction.
• Installation of HVAC and hydronic piping systems.
• New construction, expansions, and major facility upgrades.
• Overtime opportunities based on project schedules.
• Competitive pay based on experience.
• Per diem opportunities for qualified travelers, where applicable.
• Potential long-term project opportunities.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is an experienced Commercial Pipefitter with a strong background in HVAC mechanical piping installations. They are proficient in pipe layout, fabrication, grooved and welded piping systems, and mechanical equipment connections. Candidates should be comfortable working with large-diameter piping, reading construction drawings, and coordinating with other trades while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and productivity.