HVAC/R Pipefitter Journeyman - Commercial & Industrial

CoolSys; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $5k

Quarterly bonus plan

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

CoolSys located in Springfield, Massachusetts is seeking a skilled Journeyman Refrigeration specialist. This role requires expertise in installing refrigeration systems in commercial settings, adherence to safety standards, and a strong background in electrical systems. The ideal candidate will have a journeyman license, at least 4 years of experience in the field, and a good driving record. Employees can look forward to competitive compensation, a sign-on bonus, and robust benefits, including paid training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in the construction industry preferred.
• Experience in commercial refrigeration and electrical fixtures construction.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Installation of refrigeration systems following specifications.
• Support on construction jobs by piping cooler boxes.
• Welding and slip hosing copper pipes.

Skills

Refrigeration systems knowledge

Electrical systems knowledge

Copper brazing

Knowledge of plumbing and pipe fittings

Good mechanical skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

License as a Journeyman

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Overview

At CoolSys, we offer more than just a job—we provide stability, growth, and industry-leading benefits for our employees.

No wonder Newsweek named CoolSys one of America’s Greatest Workplaces!

As a large company serving diverse customers, we invest in our team with:

• Competitive Compensation: $30-$40 hourly DOE
• Sign on Bonus up to $5k DOE
• Maximize your earnings with aggressive shift premiums that can increase your potential earnings by up to 15%.
• Ongoing Education & Training: Access to state-of-the-art facilities and paid online training.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage, paid vacation/holidays, and 401(k).
• Year-Round, Diverse Work: Stay engaged with consistent, interesting projects throughout the year, working across various industries and systems to keep learning and growing.
• Extra Perks: Quarterly bonus plan, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts on vehicles, hotels, theme parks, pet insurance, and more.

Join us and advance your career while working with top-tier clients in the HVAC and refrigeration industry!

Responsibilities

The Journeyman Refrigeration is responsible for installation of refrigeration systems following customer specifications, applicable building code and proper piping practices.

• Provides support on construction job by piping cooler boxes and refrigeration cases, including electrical wiring as required to complete the project.
• Provides the required installation of pipe hangers as directed by the foreman.
• Provides construction support by welding and slip hosing copper pipes, and assists the foreman as needed on the job.
• Provides support by handing cooler box coils and installing new supermarket refrigeration systems or remodeling existing supermarket refrigeration systems.
• Embodies the CoolSys CARES culture (Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, Empowerment, Safety).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

This job typically operates in convenience stores, grocery stores, food service and/or construction environment with need to work at heights from ladders and/or Scissor lifts. Mechanical rooms can have elevated noise levels. The position regularly works near/with refrigeration/HVAC equipment that can expose the workers to extreme cold from refrigerant and high heat from brazing operations. This role routinely works in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust. These conditions require employees to use the correct PPE and safe work practices.

This position is very active and requires excellent stamina to perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions. Employees are regularly required to walk and stand for long periods, hear, drive, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb, use hands and fingers, and lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, occasionally up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, equivalent work experience and trade or technical school classes.
• License as a Journeyman to meet state requirements.
• 4+ years of experience in the construction industry preferred and hands on field experience in commercial refrigeration, electrical and/or fixtures construction.
• Experience in copper brazing, market remodeling.
• Good driving record.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Knowledge of electrical systems and ability to wire installations.
• Knowledge of carpentry.
• Knowledge of refrigeration systems and piping of refrigeration equipment.
• Knowledge of plumbing and pipe fittings, and ability to pipe refrigeration equipment.
• Knowledge of and ability to read blueprints on refrigeration, electrical and plumbing.
• Ability to hang evaporation coils and install overhead hangers.
• Ability to use hand and power tools and good mechanical skills.
• Knowledge of jobsite safety, ability to oversee work activities to ensure safe work practices and safety rule compliance.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to understand and follow all company policies and procedures and all applicable State and Federal laws.
• Ability to use typical business tools including E-Mail, Word, Excel, etc.

EEO/AA Statement

CoolSys is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - including all ages, colors, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics are encouraged to apply.

Pre‑employment background screening (criminal and MVR for driving positions) and drug testing are required for all positions. CoolSys will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with federal law, state law, or local ordinance.