Ferguson

Area Fabrication Manager - Industrial

Norfolk, VA Full time

Job Posting:

Since 1953, Ferguson has been a source of quality supplies for a variety of industries. Together We Build Better infrastructure, better homes and better businesses. We exist to make our customers’ complex projects simple, successful, and sustainable. We proactively solve problems, adapt and grow to continuously serve our customers, communities and each other. Ferguson, a Fortune 500 company, is proud to provide best-in-class products, service and capabilities across the following industries: Commercial/Mechanical, Facilities Supply, Fire and Fabrication, HVAC, Industrial, Residential Trade, Residential Building and Remodel, Waterworks and Residential Digital Commerce. Ferguson has approximately 36,000 associates across 1,700 locations. Ferguson is a community of proud associates who operate with the shared purpose of building something meaningful. You will build a career that you are proud of, at a company you can believe in.

Ferguson is currently seeking an Area Fabrication Manager!

As an Area Pump Repair Manager, you will oversee a skilled service and repair team responsible for the inspection, teardown, rebuilding, and performance testing of industrial pumps and rotating equipment. You will implement operational plans that drive safety, quality, turnaround time, and customer satisfaction. This role focuses on short- to mid-term operational planning (1–2 years) and requires continuous improvement of repair processes, workflow efficiency, and service outcomes.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide hands-on leadership to pump repair technicians to ensure safe, high-quality workmanship and adherence to overhaul and testing procedures.
  • Plan and schedule repair work, ensuring effective resource allocation, parts availability, and on-time delivery to customers.
  • Ensure all repair documentation, service reports, measurements, tolerances, and test data are accurate and compliant with company and industry standards.
  • Oversee department budgets, cost control, labor utilization, and shop productivity targets.
  • Evaluate repair methods, tooling, and equipment to improve workflow efficiency and standardize best practices across repair operations.
  • Maintain shop safety standards and ensure compliance with OSHA and company safety programs.
  • Collaborate with Sales and Customer Support to communicate repair recommendations and provide technical insight to customers.
  • Hold regular team meetings to address operational priorities, safety topics, training needs, and performance expectations.
  • Represent the organization professionally when interacting with customers, vendors, and internal leadership.

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of supervisory or management experience in pump repair, rotating equipment service, mechanical maintenance, or similar industrial environment.
  • Strong understanding of pump types, failure modes, repair tolerances, alignment, and performance testing.
  • OSHA safety training or certification preferred.
  • Welding, machining, or mechanical assembly experience a plus but not required.
  • Demonstrated problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to lead, mentor, and develop technicians.
  • Ability to interpret mechanical drawings, service manuals, and repair specifications.
  • Experience in industrial maintenance, process equipment service, or mechanical contracting preferred.

At Ferguson, we care for each other. We value our well-being just as much as our hard work. We are committed to a holistic approach towards benefits plans and programs that support the mental, physical and financial well-being of our associates. Our competitive offering not only includes benefits like health, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance and a 401(k) with a company match, but our associates also enjoy additional meaningful and inclusive enhancements that are adaptable to their diverse situations and needs, including mental health coverage, gender affirming and family building benefits, paid parental leave, associate discounts, community involvement opportunities and more!

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Pay Range:

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$6,374.70 - $13,933.70

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Estimated Ranges displayed are Monthly for Salaried roles OR Hourly for all other roles.

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This role is Bonus or Incentive Plan eligible.

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Ferguson complies with all wage regulations. The starting wage may be higher in certain locations based on local or state wage requirements.

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The Company is an equal opportunity employer as well as a government contractor that shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a), which prohibits discrimination against qualified protected Veterans and the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(A), which prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability.

Ferguson Enterprises, LLC. is an equal employment employer F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

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