Plumbing Pipe-fitter Mechanic

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.

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
• Company‑funded HSA contributions
• Life & AD&D 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
.

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.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in the piping trade
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints, and P&
• 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
• Install, assemble, and weld various piping systems
• Troubleshoot piping issues with systematic, efficient solutions
• Interpret schematics, P&, 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
• 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

• 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

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

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