Plant Builder Water & Wastewater Treatment Construction; Tallahassee

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At Petticoat-Schmitt Civil Contractors, Inc., we don't just build infrastructure—we build life-changing infrastructure. We are a privately owned, employee-owned (ESOP) civil contracting firm based in Jacksonville, FL.

We specialize in public works, water resources (including water and wastewater treatment plants), and site development, with expertise in underground utilities, roadway construction, and related civil infrastructure.

We are seeking an experienced Plant Builder to join our Water & Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) construction team supporting projects based out of Tallahassee, FL
. This position supports the construction of treatment facilities and related infrastructure through process piping, structural concrete, mechanical installation, and general heavy civil construction.

If you take pride in quality craftsmanship, enjoy solving complex construction challenges, and want to build projects that serve communities for generations, we'd like to talk with you.

• Assist with the layout, assembly, and installation of plant piping systems.
• Measure and prepare pipe for cutting, threading, welding, and installation.
• Install piping systems using appropriate clamps, supports, restraints, and connection methods.
• Support the installation of mechanical equipment and plant process components.
• Remove, repair, and replace worn or damaged piping and mechanical components.
• Assist with structural concrete placement, formwork, site work, and building construction activities.
• Safely operate hand and power tools including saws, pipe threaders, torches, pipe benders, torque wrenches, and welding equipment.
• Read and follow construction drawings, specifications, and supervisor direction.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

• Follow Petticoat-Schmitt and OSHA safety standards at all times.
• Identify, report, and correct jobsite hazards.
• Work collaboratively with supervisors and fellow crew members to complete projects safely and efficiently.
• Support a positive team environment built around Accountability, Character, and Teamwork.

• Minimum 1 year of experience in water/wastewater treatment plant construction, industrial pipe fitting, or heavy civil plant construction required.
• Working knowledge of piping systems, joints, restraints, and fittings.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, piping layouts, and restraint joint charts.
• Experience using hand and power tools, torque wrenches, and welding equipment.
• Ability to perform construction math, measurements, and layout calculations.
• Strong communication skills and commitment to teamwork.

• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 80 pounds.
• Ability to climb in and out of trenches, structures, and elevated work areas.
• Ability to distinguish jobsite sounds including equipment alarms and verbal communication.
• Ability to wear required PPE including hard hat, eye protection, hearing protection, and high-visibility apparel.

• Dependable and punctual.
• Strong work ethic with a commitment to quality.
• Self-motivated and eager to continue learning.
• Professional, safety-focused, and team-oriented.

We live our values (A.C.T.):

Accountability – Safety first. Plan the work. Execute with ownership.

Character – Integrity, respect, trustworthiness, humility.

Team – Shared goals, servant leadership, determination, and results.

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience.
• Earned Paid Time Off (PTO).
• 6 Paid Holidays.
• Annual Profit Sharing – Participate in company-wide profit sharing once annual goals are achieved.
• Monthly Safety Bonus – Earned when the company goes recordable-incident free.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage Options, including a 100% company-paid High Deductible Health Plan (employee-only coverage).
• Dental, vision, short/long-term disability, and accident coverage.
• Up to $50,000 employer-paid life…