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HVAC /R Pipefitter Journeyman - Commercial & Industrial

1 month ago by CoolSys
  • $35.0 to $45.0 per hour
  • Virginia Beach, VA, US
  • Full-time
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CoolSys is hiring a Journeyman HVAC/R Pipefitter to install commercial and industrial refrigeration systems to customer specs and building codes, including piping, hangers, brazing/welding, and some electrical wiring. It’s an onsite field role supporting construction and supermarket refrigeration installs/remodels, backed by a large national HVAC/R provider. Standout perks include a sign-on bonus up to $5K (DOE) plus strong benefits and ongoing paid training.

Key skills
Commercial refrigeration installationCopper brazingWelding and slip-hosing copper pipesEPA Certification (Type II)Electrical wiring for installationsReading refrigeration/electrical/plumbing blueprintsPlumbing and pipe fittingInstalling pipe hangers and overhead hangersHand and power tool operationJobsite safety compliance
Pays $35–$45 per hour (DOE) plus sign-on bonus up to $5K (DOE), a competitive range for a journeyman HVAC/R pipefitter role in Virginia Beach.
You'll thrive here if you’re an experienced commercial refrigeration installer who can work with minimal supervision, read blueprints, and safely handle piping, brazing, and wiring on active construction sites.
Why apply
  • Up to $5K sign-on bonus
  • Comprehensive benefits and 401(k)
  • Ongoing paid training and education
Overview:

WHY COOLSYS?

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: $35-$45 hourly DOE
  • Sign on Bonus: Up to $5K DOE
  • 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

This position is responsible for the installation of refrigeration systems following customer specifications, applicable building codes, and proper piping practices.

  • Provide 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.
  • Provide construction support by welding and slip-hosing copper pipes, and assist the foreman as needed on the job.
  • Provide support by handing cooler box coils and installing new supermarket refrigeration systems or remodeling existing supermarket refrigeration systems.
  • Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent work experience and trade or technical school classes
  • 5+ years of experience in the construction industry preferred and hands-on field experience in commercial refrigeration, electrical and/or fixtures construction
  • EPA Certification (Type II)
  • Experience in copper brazing, market remodeling
  • Good driving record.
  • 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 job site safety, ability to oversee work activities to ensure safe work practices, and safety rule compliance.
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Join Us:

Today, there are 27 different companies that make up the CoolSys family of brands.

Our valued employees are at the heart of our continued growth and success. We invite you to be part of that growth!

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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.

Reference: 17238_5924·Original posting
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