Job Description

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.