Pipefitter

GENERAL REFRIGERATION COMPANY; Garner, Suffolk (NC, VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

GENERAL REFRIGERATION COMPANY is seeking an experienced Pipe Fitter for an on-site role in Delmar, DE. The position involves reading blueprints, interpreting technical drawings, and installing refrigeration piping systems and components.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with welding certification a plus. Willingness to travel for eastern U.S. projects and compliance with safety regulations is required.

Qualifications

• Read blueprints, technical drawings and specifications.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings and specifications.
• Measure, cut, thread and bend pipes to required angles using hand and power tools.
• Install and connect refrigeration lines, valves, compressors and other components.
• Assemble and install piping systems including various piping types.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Work with materials such as PVC, copper, stainless steel, and carbon steel.
• Maintain tools and equipment in good working condition.
• Collaborate with engineers, supervisors, and other tradespeople.

Skills

Read blueprints and drawings

Mechanical aptitude

Safety procedures knowledge

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Welding certification (ASME/AWS)

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Delmar, DE 19940Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolJob Category: Construction

Job Duties

• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings and specifications.
• Measure, cut, thread and bend pipes to required angles using hand and power tools.
• Install and connect refrigeration lines, valves, compressors and other components.
• Assemble and install piping systems, including water, gas, steam, industrial piping and ammonia refrigeration piping.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Work with a variety of piping materials such as PVC, copper, stainless steel, and carbon steel.
• Maintain tools and equipment in good working condition.
• Collaborate with engineers, supervisors, and other tradespeople.

QualificationsQualifications

• Proven experience as a Pipe Fitter in an industrial or commercial setting.
• Experience with CO2 refrigeration systems is a plus.
• Experience with copper is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of relevant safety procedures and regulations.
• High School diploma or equivalent, vocational training is a plus.
• Certification from a recognized welding authority (e.g., ASME, AWS) and EPA certification is a plus.
• Availability to travel overnight to customers and jobsites in the eastern United States as needed.
• Position requires pre-employment drug screening, criminal background screening, and driving record check. Must have a valid driver’s license and be capable of driving for up to 10 hours.
• Availability to travel for overnight stays up to 20% of the time to customers in the eastern United States as needed.
• Weekend availability is required.

Physical Requirements

• Must be physically able to operate a variety of machinery and equipment including electronic tools, and various other equipment.
• Must be able to use body members to work, move or carry objects or materials.
• Comfortable in confined spaces, at heights and climb ladders, and in varying weather conditions.
• Manual dexterity and physical stamina.
• This position requires: stooping, kneeling, crouching, climbing, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, seeing, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.
• Must be able to exert up to 75 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently.