Journey-Level & Foreman Bolt-Up Pipefitters | $120/Day Per Diem | Richmond, VA
Pay: $30–$38/hour (Journey-Level) | $39–$42/hour (Foreman), DOE
Per Diem: $120/day for qualified travelers
Hours: Up to 60 hours/week
Duration: 12+ months
Experience Levels: Journey-Level, Foreman
Project Type: Commercial Data Center Construction
Location: Richmond, VA
Job Overview
Kodiak Labor Solutions is hiring Journey-Level and Foreman Bolt-Up Pipefitters for a long-term commercial data center project in Richmond, Virginia. With 12+ months of work, up to 60 hours per week, and $120/day per diem for qualified travelers, this is steady work on a large-scale build. Local and traveling candidates are welcome, and openings are available immediately.
What You'll Do
Read and interpret piping isometric drawings and fabrication blueprints
Fit and assemble carbon steel and stainless steel piping systems
Measure, lay out, and align piping components to specification
Assemble prefabricated pipe spools, holding proper dimensions and fit-up
Install and align flanges, elbows, tees, reducers, valves, and other piping components
Confirm all assemblies are plumb, level, and square
Maintain proper weld gaps and prepare assemblies for welding
Run quality checks to confirm assemblies meet drawing specifications
Keep a safe, clean, and organized work area
Journey-Level Qualifications
3+ years of pipefitting experience
Carbon steel pipe fitting experience required
Stainless steel pipe experience preferred
Pipe fabrication shop experience strongly preferred
Able to read and interpret piping isometric drawings independently
Working knowledge of swing joints and rolling offsets required
Strong pipe layout, measuring, and fabrication skills
Accurate with tape measures, levels, squares, and standard pipefitting tools
Reliable attendance and able to work scheduled overtime
Foreman Qualifications
All Journey-Level qualifications, plus:
5+ years of commercial or industrial pipefitting experience
Experience leading a pipefitting crew and managing daily productivity
Strong communication with supervision, general contractors, and other trades
Per Diem Eligibility
To qualify for per diem, travelers must:
Maintain a permanent residence more than 60 miles from the jobsite
Work the full scheduled shift each day
Why Kodiak
12+ months of steady, long-term project work
Overtime available, up to 60 hours per week
$120/day per diem for qualified travelers
Immediate openings and a fast hiring process