--- title: Pipefitter II at Thomas Mechanical & Fire Protection description: Thomas Mechanical & Fire Protection is hiring for the Pipefitter II role in Laurens, SC. Full-time role. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/pipefitter-at-thomas-mechanical-and-fire-protection-01a0f8b0-e61a-70f5-b788-0c5f2b0eac50 date: 2026-11-15T01:26:44Z og_description: Join Thomas Mechanical & Fire Protection as Pipefitter II in Laurens, SC. Pays $20–$28 per hour. Full-time role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/kpok4s.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | Thomas Mechanical & Fire Protection | | **Location** | Laurens, SC | | **Salary** | $20/hr - $28/hr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Oct 01, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for Thomas Mechanical & Fire Protection. - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for Thomas Mechanical & Fire Protection. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $58,000 – $73,000 a year (median $68,000). ## Description We are seeking an experienced Pipefitter responsible for installing, fabricating, and leading the installation of process piping systems, including compressed air, gas, and clean water lines, in commercial and industrial environments. This role requires hands-on pipefitting and plumbing experience, including installation practices consistent with plumbing codes and standards. This role is able to take on tasks with minimal supervision and ensures all work meets safety, quality, and performance standards. **Primary Responsibilities:** - Lead daily job tasks and coordinate assigned crew members - Interpret blueprints, specifications, and isometric drawings for accurate system layout - Install and connect compressed air systems, gas piping, and clean water lines in accordance with applicable plumbing codes - Measure, cut, thread, groove, and prepare piping materials independently - Install carbon steel, copper (soft soldered and brazed), PVC, and related piping systems - Perform soft soldering and brazing of copper piping to industry standards - Install valves, regulators, drains, and related plumbing components - Verify system alignment, pressure integrity, and code compliance - Perform pressure testing and system commissioning - Troubleshoot field conditions and implement effective solutions - Maintain strict adherence to OSHA and company safety standards - Communicate effectively with foremen, project managers, inspectors, and other trades - Maintain clean and organized job sites - Minimum 2+ years of pipefitting and plumbing experience required - Experience installing gas lines, clean water piping, and related plumbing components - Working knowledge of plumbing codes, fittings, valves, and system components - Proficiency in soft soldering and brazing copper piping - Ability to read and interpret blueprints and mechanical drawings - Strong understanding of job site safety practices - Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work at heights or in confined spaces - Reliable transportation and clean driving record for travel to multiple job sites - Must own standard industry hand tools - Strong communication and leadership skills **Preferred Qualifications:** - Experience with process piping, compressed air systems, or HVAC piping - OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification - Experience leading small crews or acting as a crew lead   **Working Conditions** - Work performed indoors and outdoors in active construction environments - Exposure to dust, noise, temperature extremes, and industrial conditions - Typical schedule Monday–Thursday, with overtime or weekend work as needed - Travel throughout Upstate South Carolina and occasional neighboring states **Salary:** - Competitive pay depending on experience - Performance bonus **Benefits:** - 401(k) matching - Health insurance - Dental insurance - Vision insurance - Life insurance - Paid time off - Bonus opportunities ## Skills - Instrumentation Equipment - HVAC - Compressed Air - Types of Piping - Process Piping - Soldering Techniques - Carbon Steel Welding - Technical Drawings - Pipe (Fluid Conveyance) - PVC Piping - Building Codes - Hand Tools - Confined Space Entry - Pressure Testing - Commissioning - OSHA 30-Hour Certification - Acting - OSHA 10-Hour Certification - Brazing - Plumbing Systems - Leadership - Fabrication - Driving - Communication - OSHA Compliance - Pipefitting - Site Safety - Blueprinting ## Benefits - Health Insurance - Dental Insurance - Vision Insurance - Life Insurance - Paid Time Off (Pto) - 401(k) Plans ## Related - [Construction & Skilled Trades jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/construction-and-skilled-trades?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Plumbing & Piping jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/construction-and-skilled-trades/plumbing-and-piping?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Pipefitter jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/construction-and-skilled-trades/plumbing-and-piping/pipefitter?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Related pages - [South Carolina](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/south-carolina?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 43242 jobs - [Specialty Trade Contractors](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/construction/specialty-trade-contractors?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 31227 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)