What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plumbing Shop Mechanic position at Riddleberger Brothers, Inc.?
Riddleberger Brothers, Inc. is seeking to hire a hard-working and growth-minded individual to join our team as a Plumbing Prefeb Shop Mechanic.
We offer career opportunities that allow you to be part of a team and grow as an individual.
We offer you
We are a full-service plumbing, mechanical, HVAC service, controls, and design-build company.
This role is responsible for the in-shop prefabrication of plumbing and piping systems for commercial and industrial construction projects. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with plumbing assemblies, a strong understanding of mechanical drawings, and a commitment to precision and safety.
Specific Job Duties
We offer career opportunities that allow you to be part of a team and grow as an individual.
We offer you
- Competitive pay
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Apprenticeship opportunities with a pathway to licensure
- Growth and development opportunities
- Scholarship program for our employees' children
- Discounts at major automotive, computer, and cell phone companies
- Employee referral incentives
- Available with certain positions, where necessary/required:
- Company mobile phone and/or tablet
- Company vehicle
- Company uniforms
- And much more!
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurances
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurances
- Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
- Health Care and Dependent Day Care FSA's
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401(k) Plan with Roth IRA option
- Pet Insurance
- Annual Bonus
- Generous Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
- And much more!
We are a full-service plumbing, mechanical, HVAC service, controls, and design-build company.
- Main office is located at 6127 South Valley Pike, Mount Crawford, VA 22841
- Parent Company - Comfort Systems USA (https://comfortsystemsusa.com/)
This role is responsible for the in-shop prefabrication of plumbing and piping systems for commercial and industrial construction projects. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with plumbing assemblies, a strong understanding of mechanical drawings, and a commitment to precision and safety.
Specific Job Duties
- Interpret plumbing and piping blueprints, schematics, and isometric drawings.
- Measure, cut, thread, and bend pipes to exact specifications using hand and power tools.
- Assemble piping systems using appropriate fittings, supports, and joining methods (e.g., soldering, welding, gluing).
- Conduct quality checks to ensure assemblies meet project standards and tolerances.
- Coordinate with project managers, BIM Coordinators and field teams to ensure prefabricated systems align with installation requirements.
- Maintain accurate documentation of materials, dimensions, and fabrication processes.
- Uphold safety standards and maintain a clean, organized shop environment.
- High school diploma or equivalent; technical training or apprenticeship in plumbing or pipefitting preferred.
- 3 years of experience in plumbing or piping fabrication, preferably in a shop setting.
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting mechanical drawings and specifications.
- Skilled in operating pipe threading machines, saws, welding equipment, and other fabrication tools.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Journeyman Plumber or Pipefitter License (if applicable)
- OSHA 10 or 30 Certification
- Forklift certification
- Ability to work outside in all weather conditions
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and frequently carry 40 lbs. unassisted
- Ability to lift tools, pipe, and fixtures overhead
- Ability to work at heights including climbing on and working from ladders, scaffolding, stairs and manlifts
- Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time as well as bend, crouch, kneel and work in small spaces
- Must be able to use hands to reach for, grasp and manipulate objects
