44.00-46.00 per hour Prevailing Wage | Norfolk, VA, USA | Hourly | Full Time

　　Since 1996, RQ Construction, LLC. has been a leading player in Southern California's robust commercial and governmental Design-Build economy. We have a national and international presence spanning coast to coast, including U.S. Naval Base Guantanamo Bay, Cuba and now, Puerto Rico. We offer management of projects throughout the United States, with our field operations' team members who work on location for each of our projects. We specialize in fast-track projects in new commercial construction with a primary focus in the Department of Defense market.

　　We are looking to hire several Pipefitters to join our self-perform team for ongoing work at Naval Station Norfolk. All work is to be performed on the military base and is paid the required Davis-Bacon prevailing wage, specific to the military base. Our Pipefitters will be responsible for the fabrication and installation of mechanical pipe, fittings, valves, accessories, and equipment on an active construction site, ensuring that work is done in accordance with relevant codes. Work involves technical application of mechanical principles. This is all to be done using the appropriate equipment and implementing the required safety practices in support of RQ's Mission, Vision, and Values.

　　EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

　　A high school diploma or GED is the preferred minimum formal education for this position. Should be supplemented by completion of a Union, private (in-house), military, or trade school apprenticeship program that includes theory and on-the-job

　　Four or more years (or equivalent) field or trade work experience as a journey-level mechanical pipe fitter in a commercial, industrial, or facilities operations setting is required; government, military, or large commercial construction experience

　　Mechanical Pipe Installation

　　Deep underground experience

　　Mechanical Equipment Experience (Chillers, Boilers, )

　　Start-up and energizing procedures of equipment

　　Fuel Piping Experience Preferred

　　Current/valid welding certificates

　　Valid pipe fitter license or journeyman card is

　　CPR, First Aid, and OSHA 30-hour Certifications required; Specific training or certificates in the following preferred, training can be provided:

　　Trenching and shoring training

　　Fall protection

　　Confined space training

　　Forklift/Manlift training and certificate

　　Power actuated tools training and certificate

　　Lockout/Tagout training

　　Scissor lift/boom lift certificate

　　EM-385

　　We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), religion (all aspects of religious beliefs, observance or practice, including religious dress or grooming practices) marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or a record or history of cancer, and genetic characteristics), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis or status protected by federal, state, or local law or ordinance or regulation.