Plumbing Shop Mechanic

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:

• 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!

Our benefits package offers you:

• 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!

About us:

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/)

Primary Purpose of this position:

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.

Skills & Qualifications:

• 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.

Preferred Certifications:

• Journeyman Plumber or Pipefitter License (if applicable)
• OSHA 10 or 30 Certification
• Forklift certification

Physical Requirements:

• 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