Pipefitter Pre-Apprentice

Job Summary

P1 Construction is seeking Local Union 533 Pipefitter Pre‑Apprentices for the Kansas City KS/MO Metro area.

P1 Construction has grown into a national construction and solutions provider. P1 is a specialty subcontractor providing HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, building technologies, controls, millwright, and architectural metal work across the U.S. They also offer value‑added services such as virtual design and construction and multi‑trade fabrication.

When you work for P1 Construction, you'll be part of a culture that puts safety first, treats associates like family, and provides challenging work in a rewarding, energetic environment. P1 Construction takes pride in maintaining a high standard of excellence along with an ethical and friendly business culture.

P1 Construction, LLC. is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, regardless of status, including status as a protected veteran or as an individual with a disability.

We offer a competitive compensation package.

• Become skilled in a trade and earn while you learn.
• Full‑time employment with built‑in career placement.
• Progressively increasing wages with excellent benefits.
• Nationally recognized credential – completion of Apprenticeship Certificate.
• Improved job security and standard of living.

The Local Union Pipe fitters 533 Apprenticeship Program is a five‑year training program. Accepted trainees receive both classroom training through the Local Pipe fitters Training Center and on‑the‑job training with an employer. Trainees are paid a percentage of the pipefitter wage rate for their work, with step increases, until graduating from the program. Upon graduation, trainees receive 100 % of the wage rate as determined by the bargaining agreement with the local union.

• 5‑year apprenticeship training program.
• Learn through both classroom training from the local union training center and on‑the‑job training with an employer.
• Work full‑time and attend classes twice per week, four hours per night.
• Receive a strong general education background in the trade, with core courses in basics such as mathematics, mechanical drafting, and related science.
• Apprenticeship can lead to an associate of arts or associate of science degree simultaneously with journey‑level credentials in the craft.

Pipe fitters install, assemble, fabricate, maintain, repair, and troubleshoot mechanical piping systems carrying fuel, chemicals, water, steam, and air in heating, cooling, lubricating, and various other process piping systems.

• Preparation of construction site for installation of equipment and piping; installing supports and hangers.
• Reading drawings and specifications to determine layout of pipe and equipment fabrication and installation.
• Rigging, setting, supporting, and piping of equipment, valves, and fittings.
• Measuring, cutting, bending, and joining all types of pipe including threading, welding, brazing, soldering, cementing, fusion, and mechanical joining.
• Pressure testing systems to detect leaks.
• Detecting faults in piping systems and correctly diagnosing their causes.
• Awareness of legal regulations and safety issues.
• Ensuring safety standards and building regulations are met.

• Must have successfully completed a community college or vocational certification program OR an associate’s degree related to hands‑on HVAC/welding/plumbing trades OR have at least one year of full‑time construction hands‑on trade work experience.
• Must be proficient in basic math skills: additions, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and decimals.
• Must meet the Local Union Pipe fitters 533 Apprenticeship Program requirements. More information at
• This position is represented by Local Union Pipe fitters 533.
• Must be able to work full‑time and attend night classes twice per week.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must be able to satisfactorily pass a criminal background check and drug screen.
• The following documentation must be provided:
  • Detailed resume with education, training, and job history…