Plumbing/Assembly Lead
Location: Richmond, VA
Department: Manufacturing
Pay: $30-35 per hour, based on experience
About the Role
ColonialWebb is seeking a dependable, mechanically minded Plumbing/Assembly Lead to help guide daily work in our Richmond manufacturing shop. You’ll support the assembly of prefabricated piping systems and mechanical components, coordinate materials and shop tasks, and provide hands-on guidance to teammates.
This is a working lead role for someone who can set a strong example, communicate clearly, and help the team meet production goals while maintaining safety and quality. If you have experience in manufacturing, plumbing, pipefitting, fabrication, or mechanical assembly—and enjoy helping others succeed—we encourage you to apply.
Who We Are
At ColonialWebb, we are deeply committed to our people, our culture, and the continued growth of our business. As a full-service MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) contractor, our teams work across New Construction, Mechanical Service, Industrial Refrigeration, and Manufacturing.
For more than 50 years, we’ve delivered comprehensive solutions and dependable service to commercial customers, earning a reputation as one of the region’s most trusted contractors.
Our Core Values
We expect every team member to work in line with ColonialWebb’s values:
- Safety: Make preventing injuries the number one priority.
- Integrity: Be truthful and honest in words and actions.
- Empathy: Understand and appreciate the perspectives of teammates and customers.
- Urgency: Give important tasks prompt attention without compromising safety or quality.
What You’ll Do
- Help coordinate daily shop priorities and work assignments to support production schedules.
- Provide hands-on guidance to teammates and help newer employees learn safe work practices and assembly tasks.
- Assist with assembling prefabricated piping systems and mechanical components.
- Hold and position materials to support manual assembly operations.
- Operate shop equipment such as grinders, impact drivers, band saws, drills, and other production tools.
- Load, unload, move, and stage raw materials, consumables, and finished assemblies.
- Operate material handling equipment such as pallet jacks, forklifts, and overhead cranes when trained and authorized.
- Help organize inventory and coordinate material movement to keep work flowing.
- Monitor work areas for safety, cleanliness, and organization; address concerns and report issues promptly.
- Follow company safety policies, lockout/tagout procedures, and standard operating procedures.
- Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
- Work with production, quality, and manufacturing teams to meet daily goals.
- Perform general shop support and other duties as assigned.
What You’ll Bring
Required
- Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
- Ability to safely use hand and power tools.
- Good communication and teamwork skills, including the ability to guide and support coworkers.
- Reliable transportation to and from work.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and lift throughout the workday.
- Ability to frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Preferred
- Experience in manufacturing, production, warehouse, or construction environments.
- Plumbing, pipefitting, mechanical assembly, or fabrication experience.
- Previous experience leading, training, or coordinating the work of others.
- Experience operating forklifts, pallet jacks, overhead cranes, lulls, or similar equipment.
- Basic ability to read blueprints, technical drawings, or assembly instructions.
- Familiarity with measuring tools such as tape measures and levels.
- Mechanical aptitude and interest in developing a skilled trade.
Compensation & Benefits
- $30-35 per hour, based on experience
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Company-paid life insurance
- Ongoing training and career advancement opportunities
- Stable, full-time employment with opportunities for growth
Physical Requirements and Work Environment
- Stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, and climb throughout the workday.
- Frequently lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Safely operate hand and power tools.
- Work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, dust, and varying temperatures.
- Wear required PPE, including safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, and steel or composite toe boots with leather uppers.