About Us
Calcasieu Mechanical Contractors (CMC) is a leader in HVAC, piping, and mechanical systems, serving commercial, healthcare, municipal, institutional, and industrial clients throughout Louisiana and Southeast Texas. Family owned and represented by three generations, CMC has nearly tripled in size since 2008, the product of department leaders who are the best at their disciplines and a workforce that gets the job done right the first time. With offices in Lake Charles, Lafayette, Baton Rouge, and Beaumont, our work range runs from Beaumont, TX to New Orleans, LA and from the Leesville area to Cameron, LA. CMC strives to be the best HVAC and mechanical contractor, not the biggest, for both our employees and our customers.
Position Summary
CMC is hiring Pipefitters and Pipe Welders for our Lake Charles construction crews. The work is heavy commercial and institutional mechanical piping - chilled water, hot water, steam, and direct expansion systems serving colleges, schools, hospitals, and governmental buildings. You will lay out and fabricate pipe assemblies, hang and support the pipe, weld it out, and hydrotest it. Many of our best people do both sides of this job. If you fit and weld, tell us; if you are strongest on one side, tell us that too and we will put you where you do your best work.
Pipefitting - Responsibilities
Read, study, and interpret job specifications, plans, blueprints, and piping isometrics, including submittals of equipment to be installed within the HVAC system
Organize the list of material required to install the job
Inspect the work site daily to identify obstructions and safety issues, and control those issues
Cut, grind, thread, clean, and fabricate pipe assemblies as required for each project
Fabricate and install different types of pipe and pipe fittings (carbon steel, copper, ACR copper, PVC, fiberglass, and others)
Install pipe and secure it to the structure with clamps, brackets, and hangers
Pipe in chillers, boilers, air handlers, VAV boxes, and fan coil units
Perform hydrostatic testing of piping systems for leaks; a basic hydrostatic test of 200 PSI is common, and DX pressure tests of 400-600 PSI are common
Coordinate with other crafts on the project to eliminate obstructions and keep the work moving
Pipe Welding - Responsibilities
Weld out pipe joints to project specifications and applicable codes
Weld carbon steel and stainless steel pipe; TIG, stick, and MIG processes depending on the project
Prepare joints, including fit-up, beveling, cleaning, and purging as required
Support weld quality and material traceability requirements and coordinate with Quality Control personnel
Take and pass weld tests as required by the project
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED required
Technical school training in pipefitting, welding, or HVAC preferred
Pipefitter: 3 or more years as a pipefitter with experience in HVAC or mechanical piping, or an equivalent combination of technical school and experience
Pipe Welder: 3 or more years of pipe welding experience; candidates who can pass a weld test are strongly preferred
Helper level: Candidates with 2 years of piping experience and a strong work ethic will be considered and trained toward mechanic level
Ability to read and interpret piping isometrics, general arrangement drawings, fabrication drawings, and specifications
Basic math skills, with geometry and trigonometry a plus, and the ability to read a tape measure accurately
Ability to work productively alongside other trades on an active jobsite
Dependable attendance and a safety-first mindset
Valid driver's license required
Preferred Certifications
OSHA 10-Hour or 30-Hour Construction certification
NCCER Pipefitting certification
Current welding certifications (TIG / GTAW, stick / SMAW, MIG / GMAW)
First Aid / CPR certification
TWIC card (if required by project)
Physical Requirements and Work Environment
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat exposure
Ability to climb ladders, scaffolding, and elevated structures
Frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, and regular use of hands and fingers
Ability to lift and/or move up to 50+ pounds
Ability to access construction sites, confined spaces, and elevated work areas, and to work around heavy equipment (cranes, forklifts, manlifts) and high voltage areas
Must be able to wear all required PPE
Work is performed on commercial, institutional, and industrial construction sites, both new ground-up construction and renovation of existing buildings
Extended hours, occasional weekends, and travel may be required based on project needs
What We Offer
Competitive hourly pay based on experience and skill level, paid weekly, with opportunities for increases based on performance
Health, dental, and vision insurance, plus voluntary short- and long-term disability coverage
$25,000 life insurance policy, premium paid in full by CMC
401(k) retirement plan
Paid holidays, vacation, and sick/personal leave (PTO)
Typical 5-day work week: 8-hour days, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (10-hour days, 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. when the project schedule requires); overtime as required per project schedule
Paid travel time depending on project location
Continuing education supplemental program, plus ongoing manufacturer and industry training
A clear path from helper to mechanic to foreman for people who show up and do the work
A supportive, experienced team environment with real opportunity for advancement
Reporting Structure
Reports to the Piping Field Supervisor or Pipefitter Foreman.
Apply Today
If you are ready to fit and weld quality mechanical piping on some of the largest commercial and institutional projects in Southwest Louisiana, we want to hear from you. Apply here or send your resume to [email protected], and let us know whether you fit, weld, or both.
Calcasieu Mechanical Contractors is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our focus is always on our people. CMC employees come from all areas of life, and we are committed to hiring, training, promoting, and compensating our employees according to industry standards.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
