Journeyman Pipefitter

Climate Pros, LLC; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Climate Pros, LLC seeks an experienced Journeyman Pipefitter to install, modify, test, and repair piping for commercial refrigeration systems across Florida. You will work with rack and display piping, read blueprints, and ensure safety and quality on every project.

Responsibilities include coordinating with foremen, technicians, and other trades, maintaining documentation, and performing inspections for startup readiness.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• EPA Refrigerant Handling Certification preferred or required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Additional safety qualifications may be required by Climate Pros, the customer, or the assignment.
• Union credentials or equivalent may be required by the assignment.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, and repair piping for commercial refrigeration systems.
• Read blueprints, schematics, isometric drawings, piping diagrams, and vendor specs.
• Coordinate with foremen, technicians, electricians, and project managers for a safe installation sequence.
• Maintain accurate service and construction documentation.
• Travel up to ~80% across Florida and possible out-of-state travel.

Skills

Journeyman Pipefitter

Refrigeration piping

Blueprint interpretation

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

EPA Refrigerant Handling Certification (preferred)

OSHA safety training (preferred)

Driver’s license

Tools

Trade tools

Power tools

Testing equipment

Lifts and ladders

Job description

At Climate Pros, skilled tradespeople install and support the commercial refrigeration systems that grocery stores and other essential businesses depend on every day. We are preparing for anticipated growth across Florida in 2027 and want to connect with experienced commercial refrigeration professionals who value safety, quality workmanship, continued training, and working with people who understand the trade. Future roles are expected to require statewide travel approximately four days per week and will offer a highly competitive benefits package.

Position Summary

The Journeyman Pipefitter performs skilled, journey-level pipefitting work supporting the installation, modification, testing, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of commercial refrigeration systems. This role works with single systems, parallel rack systems, display cases, walk-in coolers and freezers, and related piping infrastructure. The Journeyman may work independently or as part of a union construction crew and represents Climate Pros through safe execution, technical expertise, quality workmanship, and professional customer service.

Why Build Your Career with Climate Pros

• Meaningful work: Help install and support refrigeration systems that keep food safe and essential businesses operating.
• Trade-focused leadership: Work with people who understand commercial refrigeration, field conditions, and what it takes to deliver quality work.
• Safety and craftsmanship: Join a culture that expects safe execution, professional conduct, and work completed right the first time.
• Continued development: Expand your technical capabilities through ongoing training, challenging projects, and opportunities to learn from experienced professionals.
• Growth and stability: Become part of a growing commercial refrigeration organization preparing to expand its Florida capabilities.
• Competitive rewards: Future roles are expected to include a highly competitive benefits package, with compensation aligned to experience, qualifications, and applicable agreements.

What You Will Do

• Install, assemble, modify, test, maintain, and repair carbon steel, copper, and specialty piping used in commercial refrigeration applications.
• Install and service refrigeration piping, valves, fittings, supports, hangers, and related components for rack systems, display cases, and walk-in coolers and freezers.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, isometric drawings, piping diagrams, specifications, and manufacturer information.
• Measure, cut, fit, join, braze, support, and insulate piping in accordance with approved procedures, project requirements, and applicable codes.
• Perform approved pressure testing, leak detection, isolation, evacuation support, and corrective piping repairs in accordance with EPA, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Assist with system troubleshooting by identifying piping conditions that affect pressure, refrigerant flow, capacity, reliability, or system performance.
• Coordinate work with foremen, refrigeration technicians, electricians, case setters, project managers, and other trades to maintain a safe and productive installation sequence.
• Inspect completed work, correct deficiencies, and prepare piping systems for startup, commissioning, and customer turnover.
• Maintain accurate service and construction documentation, including work notes, field measurements, completion records, and photos when required.
• Maintain organized work areas, tools, assigned equipment, and company vehicles; promptly report shortages, damage, safety concerns, and project risks.
• Follow all Climate Pros, customer, manufacturer, jobsite, union, and regulatory safety and quality requirements.

What You Bring

• Journey-level Pipefitter status in good standing with the applicable union or equivalent credentials as required by the assignment.
• Hands-on experience with commercial or supermarket refrigeration piping systems, materials, supports, valves, and accepted jointing methods.
• Knowledge of rack refrigeration systems and familiarity with energy-management controls such as Novar, CPC, Danfoss, or comparable systems.
• Ability to read construction documents, determine layout, identify field conflicts, and complete accurate piping installation with limited supervision.
• Ability to use trade tools, power tools, testing equipment, lifts, ladders, and material-handling equipment safely and correctly.
• Strong communication, time management, organization, troubleshooting, and practical problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to safe work practices, environmental compliance, quality workmanship, professional customer interaction, and respect for other trades.

Education, License, and Certifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• EPA Refrigerant Handling Certification preferred or required based on assigned work.
• Valid state driver’s license required and must be maintained.
• Additional trade credentials, OSHA training, lift certifications, or other safety qualifications may be required by Climate Pros, the customer, the union, or the assignment.

Travel and Schedule Expectations

• This role requires approximately 80% travel throughout Florida and may include travel outside the state based on project assignments and business needs.
• Travel may involve overnight stays and extended assignments. Candidates must be able to reliably report to assigned jobsites and meet all travel requirements for the role.
• Schedules may include early starts, nights, weekends, overtime, or off-hour work based on project requirements and any applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Regularly stand, walk, climb, bend, kneel, stoop, reach, push, pull, and perform manual tasks throughout the workday.
• Lift, carry, push, or pull materials and equipment weighing up to 75 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Work indoors and outdoors in active construction and retail environments with varying temperatures, noise, dust, equipment, and jobsite hazards.
• Use required personal protective equipment and follow all company, customer, OSHA, environmental, and site-specific safety requirements.

Future Opportunity Notice

Climate Pros is building a pipeline of qualified candidates for anticipated Florida opportunities in 2027. Applying does not guarantee employment or indicate that a specific position is currently available. Qualified candidates may be contacted as workforce plans and approved openings are finalized.

Additional Information

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Duties and responsibilities may change based on operational needs, business requirements, or applicable collective bargaining agreements. Climate Pros provides equal employment opportunities in accordance with applicable laws and is committed to pay transparency and equity. Compensation and final offers will reflect job-related knowledge, skills, experience, location, applicable agreements, and the individual’s potential contribution.