MEP Superintendent

Job DetailsJob Location: Monroe, LA 71209Salary Range: $70.00 - $85.00 HourlyThe MEP Superintendent is responsible for ensuring the safe isolation, control, draining, flushing, and management of all fluid and pressure systems (water, air, oil, refrigerant, and other piping systems) during data center construction, pre-commissioning, flushing, hydrostatic testing, and startup activities. This critical safety role prevents accidental release of fluids or pressure, supports safe work practices on mechanical systems, and protects personnel and equipment during high-risk phases of the project.  Key Responsibilities  Oversee and enforce Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and isolation procedures for all fluid, pneumatic, hydraulic, and pressure systems  Verify and approve isolation points (valves, blinds, blanks, drains, vents) before work begins on piping, pumps, chillers, cooling towers, or related systems  Manage piping flush plans, chemical cleaning, hydrostatic/pneumatic pressure testing, and system draining/venting activities  Coordinate with mechanical, piping, and commissioning teams to ensure proper isolation, depressurization, and safe reintroduction of fluids or pressure  Conduct pre-work safety reviews and hazard assessments for activities involving water, air, refrigerant, oil, or other process fluids  Perform regular audits and inspections of isolation devices, tags, blinds, and control procedures  Maintain accurate records of all isolations, permits, flush plans, test results, and clearances  Serve as the single point of control for re-pressurizing or reintroducing fluids into systems after work is completed and verified  Stop any unsafe work related to fluid or pressure systems immediately  Train and coach site personnel on fluid isolation, flushing best practices, and hazardous energy control for mechanical systems  Participate in incident investigations involving fluid release, pressure, or piping-related events  Ensure compliance with OSHA Control of Hazardous Energy (LOTO), company safety standards, and relevant mechanical/piping codes      QualificationsQualifications & Requirements  Minimum 5 years of experience in data center or industrial construction, mechanical commissioning, or large-scale piping/fluid systems  Strong working knowledge of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures as they apply to fluid, pneumatic, hydraulic, and pressurized systems  Hands-on familiarity with data center mechanical systems, including chilled water, condenser water, glycol loops, compressed air, refrigerant piping, fuel oil, and flushing/pressure testing protocols  Experience developing or executing piping flush plans and hydrostatic testing  OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification (preferred)  Knowledge of ASME, NFPA, or other relevant piping and pressure safety standards  Proven ability to work independently and make critical safety decisions under pressure  Excellent communication and leadership skills  Detail-oriented with strong documentation and record-keeping abilities  Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, piping isometrics, and mechanical drawings  Preferred Skills  Previous experience as a MEP Superintendent, Mechanical Safety Coordinator, or LOTO authority for fluid systems  Experience on hyperscale or mission-critical data center projects  Knowledge of commissioning processes (Level 3–5), including integrated system testing for cooling and mechanical infrastructure  Understanding of environmental considerations for water discharge and treatment during flushing