XCEL Mechanical Systems

Xcel Mechanical Systems has immediate openings for Mechanical Piping & Plumbing Detailers with at least 5 years of industry experience. Qualified candidates will assume the role of a Detailer for their specific trade, and will join a team of other Engineering, Construction Management and Trade Professionals working on a variety of commercial HVAC & Plumbing projects across the Greater Los Angeles Metropolitan Area. This is a full-time union trade position based at our Gardena, CA office and Fabrication Facility.

Position Overview:

Applicants must be in good standing with their Local Union with a classification of Journeyman or higher. This position requires Autodesk Revit Fabrication experience and knowledge to prepare detailed HVAC & Plumbing models and drawings for fabrication and installation from engineered construction documents, and the ability to review models in Navisworks from all trades for coordination purposes.

Detailer Responsibilities:

• Prepare detailed shop drawings for fabrication and installation based on 2D construction documents for mechanical HVAC & plumbing systems
• Creation of Reports, MAJ’s, BOM’s, Spool Sheets, Clash Reports and Trimble files
• Communicate with Field Managers to ensure project design requirements and field needs are met
• Attend and effectively participate in coordination meetings both in-house and with external project teams
• Follow Xcel Mechanical’s Detailing CAD standards
• Understand and establish positive and functional job relationships
• Effectively participate on your assigned project team to satisfy the customer’s needs
• Communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
• Involved in assisting detailers to gain knowledge of the 3D coordination process
• Other duties as assigned

Required Detailer Experience:

• Five years of related experience, or equivalent years of education and training
• Knowledge of commercial HVAC & Plumbing systems, mechanical (duct & piping) and plumbing construction methods and systems designs, particularly for Aerospace facilities, Education campuses, Hospitals, and Transportation hubs. This includes but is not limited to the ability to: Ability to read architectural, structural drawings and specifications. Ability to understand and apply information given through the submittal process.
  • Understand installation of HVAC & Plumbing systems
  • Coordinate systems with other disciplines in a 3D environment
  • Cost-effective routing and equipment location
  • Hangers & supports, including seismic bracing
• Demonstrated proficiency in Fabrication, Revit, Navisworks, Manage and Simulate software applications
• Ability to create spool and installation drawings and experience with BIM projects
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office productivity tools
• Proficiency with Autodesk Revit Fabrication required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Excellent interpersonal communication/relationship skills

Competitive pay and benefits are offered. If you are interested in the position, please submit your resume and salary requirements to: careers@xcelmech.com. We review all resumes and will respond should your experience and interest match our qualifications. Xcel Mechanical Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Applicants must be legally authorized to work for Xcel Mechanical without employer sponsorship.