Plumber Pipefitter Lead

Skookum • Colorado Springs, CO

111d • $39 - $39

About The Position

Tessera is seeking a highly skilled and dependable Pipefitter Lead to support mission-critical infrastructure at USAFA. This role serves as a technical lead in the field, guiding pipefitting tasks and ensuring safe, efficient, and code-compliant installation, maintenance, and repair of piping systems. The Pipefitter Lead works hands-on across water, gas, steam, drainage, compressed air, and fire suppression systems across the installation, while setting the standard for quality, safety, and professionalism.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of plumbing experience; Journeyman/Master preferred
• Minimum 3 years of pipefitting experience
• Certified in backflow prevention to ensure system safety and compliance
• Valid plumbing certifications one or more: American Society of Sanitary Engineering (ASSE), American Backflow Prevention Association (ABPA), or Association of Boards of Certification (ABC)
• Working knowledge of NFPA codes 13, 70, 72, and 101 relevant to fire protection and safety standards
• Fire suppression system experience preferred
• Experience with boiler systems, cooling towers, HVAC piping, and high/low pressure steam systems

Responsibilities

• Lay out and measure pipe positions from drawings and specifications
• Cut, thread, bend, and assemble pipe using hand tools, torches, and pipe machines
• Install and repair valves, fittings, and fixtures for water, gas, steam, and drainage systems
• Perform standard tests to verify system integrity and compliance
• Install and maintain plumbing fixtures (e.g., sinks, commodes, bathtubs, water heaters, dishwashers)
• Maintain and repair systems by replacing washers, mending burst pipes, and clearing blockages
• Support fire suppression systems; ensure compliance with NFPA codes and backflow prevention standards
• Read and interpret building plans, work drawings, and technical maps
• Maintain accurate records of preventive maintenance and repairs
• Operate and maintain tools and equipment safely
• Perform duties in confined spaces, adverse weather, and uneven terrain

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• $8.78/hr Health and Welfare Benefit
• Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care
• 11 paid federal holidays
• Accrual of 22 paid days of vacation at the start of employment
• Paid sick leave
• Potential shared earning bonus
• Tuition assistance available after 1 year of employment
• Potential scholarships for qualified dependents
• Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities
• Verizon wireless discount
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Engaging wellness program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees