HVAC Pipe Fitter

HVAC Copper Pipefitter

Tampa, FL (Emerson Project)

About KAR & Larrabee

KAR & Larrabee is a well-established mechanical contractor with more than 50 years of experience delivering commercial HVAC and mechanical systems throughout Florida. Known for quality craftsmanship, safety, and long-standing customer relationships, the company specializes in large-scale commercial, healthcare, industrial, institutional, and high-end construction projects.

KAR & Larrabee is seeking an experienced HVAC Copper Pipefitter to join the team on the Emerson Project in Tampa. This is an opportunity to work on a major commercial construction project with a respected mechanical contractor that offers consistent work and future project opportunities.

What You'll Do

• Install commercial HVAC piping systems, including chilled water, heating hot water, refrigerant, and condensate piping. 
• Measure, cut, fit, and assemble copper piping systems. 
• Perform precision brazing and soldering of copper piping. 
• Read and interpret mechanical blueprints, piping layouts, and shop drawings. 
• Pressure test, inspect, and troubleshoot HVAC piping systems. 
• Coordinate with foremen, HVAC mechanics, and other trades to ensure projects stay on schedule. 
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area. 

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of commercial HVAC pipefitting experience. 
• Extensive experience installing and brazing copper piping for commercial HVAC systems. 
• Strong background working on commercial construction projects. 
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, mechanical drawings, and piping layouts. 
• Experience with chilled water, hot water, refrigerant, and condensate piping systems. 
• Bilingual in English and Spanish. 
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds and work safely in active construction environments. 
• Reliable transportation and personal hand tools. 

Please Note: This position is specifically for experienced commercial HVAC Pipefitters. Candidates whose experience is primarily in plumbing will not be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Journeyman Pipefitter license. 
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification. 
• EPA Universal Certification. 
• Experience on large commercial mechanical construction projects. 

Work Environment

• Large commercial construction project. 
• Indoor and outdoor work in varying weather conditions. 
• Frequent lifting, climbing ladders, and working from lifts or scaffolding. 

Compensation & Benefits

• $32–$36 per hour, depending on experience. 
• Long-term opportunity with a stable, established mechanical contractor. 
• Professional, safety-focused commercial jobsite. 
• Opportunity to continue on future commercial projects after completion of the Emerson Project.