Journeyman Sheet Metal: VRF Refrigeration Installer

RK Industries; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

RK Industries in Abilene, TX is hiring a Journeyman Sheet Metal Refrigeration Installer with VRF installation experience. You will install refrigeration piping, perform brazing, pressure tests, evacuations, charging procedures, and troubleshoot to meet industry standards.

You will read mechanical plans, ensure quality installations, supervise a crew, manage tools and materials, and contribute to safety and compliance on site.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred or equivalent.
• Journeyman or Master License required.
• VRF installation experience required.
• Strong knowledge of refrigeration piping systems and procedures.
• Experience interpreting mechanical plans and ensuring quality installations.
• Good physical condition and ability to stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Perform trade-specific tasks on a construction site.
• Oversee the productivity of a crew.
• Ensure schedules and deadlines are met.
• Perform some layout activities.
• Perform some material takeoffs as necessary.
• Handle trade-related material, tool, and equipment requisitions.
• Perform planned maintenance tasks as assigned.
• Perform equipment start-up with associated documentation.
• Conduct quality control inspections.
• Provide technical troubleshooting and diagnostics when needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

VRF installation

Plan interpretation

Problem solving

Communication skills

Dexterity

Safety awareness

Detail orientation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

VRF equipment

Piping tools

Job description

RK Industries in Abilene, TX is hiring a Journeyman Sheet Metal Refrigeration Installer with VRF installation experience. You will install refrigeration piping, perform brazing, pressure tests, evacuations, charging procedures, and troubleshoot to meet industry standards.

You will read mechanical plans, ensure quality installations, supervise a crew, manage tools and materials, and contribute to safety and compliance on site.