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Detailer I

Southland Industries

Houston, TXJobSeen 1mo ago

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Houston, TX
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Job overview

Southland Industries is hiring a Detailer I. The Detailer I provides basic support on construction projects, handling shop drawings, RFI documentation, and MEP coordination while creating equipment layouts and maintaining organized document protocols.

Key focus areas include Create basic shop drawings for major mechanical systems, Prepare equipment room layouts and detailed drawings, and Maintain a protocol of documents for easy retrieval.

Important skills include Communication, Writing, Editing, Proofreading, Craft Understanding, and Construction Document Interpretation. Preferred (not required): MEP Coordination, 3D Modeling, and BIM.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

CommunicationWritingEditingProofreadingCraft UnderstandingConstruction Document InterpretationHVACPlumbingPipingSheet Metal TradesField Installation MethodsAttention to DetailProject ManagementNavisworksRevitAutoCADMEP Coordination3D ModelingBIM

Qualifications

High School or G.E.D.Currently Enrolled in Trade Apprenticeship Program0-5 Years' Experience in DetailingApprentice / Journeyman

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Position Summary

This role provides basic support on construction projects including receiving, logging, tracking, expediting and distribution of shop drawings, RFI’s and other construction project documentation.​

Position Details

  • Creates basic shop drawings for major mechanical systems in major construction projects.

  • ​​Prepares equipment room layouts and detailed drawings.

  • Maintains a protocol of documents in such a way that information can be retrieved and understood by others.

  • Assists with time/costs analysis related to potential errors of clash detection.

  • Provides MEP coordination and basic 3D modeling using BIM.

  • Attends and participates in construction and other meetings as required.

  • Collaborates with design and build team to eliminate construction errors due to design flaws.

Qualifications

  • High School or G.E.D. required

  • Currently enrolled in trade apprenticeship program

  • ​Entry-level position

  • ​0-5 years' experience in the field; detailing

  • ​Apprentice / Journeyman

  • ​Basic verbal and written communication skills

  • ​Ability to write, edit and proofread content

  • ​Basic understanding of craft

  • ​Ability to read and interpret basic construction documents

  • ​Current knowledge of HVAC, Plumbing, Piping, Sheet Metal trades and field installation methods

  • ​Attention to detail

  • ​Ability to coordinate projects

  • ​Navisworks, Revit, AutoCAD experience​

Benefits

As a 100% employee-owned company, we are committed to supporting the well-being of our employees and their families.

For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), wages and benefits—including health and welfare, retirement, paid time off, and other provisions—are determined in accordance with the applicable local union agreement.

In addition to union-provided benefits, employees may have access to company-sponsored programs such as:

  • Training and professional development opportunities

  • Company-supported career advancement and apprenticeship pathways

  • Wellness resources and employee support programs

Please note that specific benefits and eligibility may vary based on union affiliation, location, and the terms of the applicable CBA.

About Southland Industries

As one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you’re engaged, challenged, and valued, apply now to join our dynamic team.

To learn more about careers at Southland, explore our career opportunities (https://southlandind.foleon.com/experienced-professionals/brochure/) , follow us on social media (https://www.linkedin.com/company/22132/?trk=tyah) , and check out our website (https://southlandind.com/) .

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Contingent Employment: All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.

External Agency Announcement : Its Southland Industries' policy not to accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership can only be established after a bona fide work order is issued by a member of the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is appropriately submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).

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