Welder/Fitter (52500)

We are looking for a highly skilled Industrial Refrigeration Welder to support the fabrication, installation, and maintenance of industrial refrigeration systems. This role involves working with pressurized piping systems, including ammonia and CO₂-based refrigeration, requiring exceptional safety standards, technical proficiency, and precision welding skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Fabricate and weld refrigeration piping systems including carbon steel and stainless steel using GTAW (TIG), SMAW (stick), and MIG processes.

• Read and interpret complex blueprints, isometric drawings, P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams), and work orders.

• Install, maintain, and repair refrigeration systems, including compressors, evaporators, condensers, and piping infrastructure.

• Conduct x-ray quality welds for high-pressure ammonia refrigeration systems.

• Perform hydrostatic and pneumatic pressure testing on welds and piping.

• Work closely with engineers, pipefitters, and refrigeration technicians on layout and design modifications.

• Ensure compliance with ASME codes, IIAR standards, and OSHA safety regulations.

• Maintain tools, welding machines, and safety equipment in excellent condition.

• Maintain detailed records of welding procedures, inspections, and safety checks.

• 3+ years of experience as an industrial welder, preferably in refrigeration or HVAC piping systems.

• Proficiency in GTAW (TIG) and SMAW welding, particularly on high-pressure piping.

• Solid knowledge of IIAR standards and best practices for ammonia refrigeration systems.

• Experience with orbital welding (optional but preferred).

• Familiarity with pressure vessels, refrigeration cycles, and heat exchange systems.

• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.

• Ability to work in confined spaces, on scaffolding, and outdoors in varied conditions.

Education and Certifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Completion of a welding apprenticeship or vocational welding program.

• Certified Welder (CW) credential from AWS (American Welding Society) preferred.

• IIAR certification or RETA training (Refrigerating Engineers & Technicians Association) is a plus.

• OSHA 10 or 30-hour safety certification preferred.