Position Summary: The Journeyman Pipefitter is responsible for installing, assembling, fabricating, welding, and maintaining mechanical piping systems in accordance with plumbing codes, standards, and regulations. This position will oversee the work of apprentices to ensure the compatibility and safety of the work performed. Requirements: • 5+ years of experience as a pipefitter in process piping installation, maintenance, and repair • License (PJ-02-W), or Journeyman Pipefitter/Pipefitter - Unrestricted License (PJU). • Possess a valid Massachusetts, Journeyman Pipefitter/Pipefitter Welder - Process Piping • High school diploma or equivalent. • Knowledge of pipefitting techniques, procedures, and safety requirements. • Knowledge and understanding of general and subcontract documents, drawings, and • specifications, construction means, methods, and materials. • Knowledge of MA governing requirements, regulations, and permissions regarding process piping • Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints, drawings, and specifications. • Strong welding skills using TIG, MIG, and stick welding techniques. • Valid US Driver's License. At R.H. White, our day-to-day work is construction, and we do it well. Our Core Purpose, however, is to create well-being for our people, our customers, and our communities. We've been doing it for 100 years and we are always looking for team members that want to be part of something special. We could list a variety of construction things we do, the projects that we win, and the accolades we have received, but we would rather tell you about our culture. For instance, our employees selected three charities to dedicate our 100th-anniversary fundraising efforts and we presented each organization - Easterseals, Alzheimer's Association, and The Greg Hill Foundation - with $100,000 checks following nine months of fundraising. Now, that is living our core purpose! Additionally, our team members regularly volunteer with organizations that help to fight food insecurity, revitalize homes and neighborhoods, raise money for cancer and other diseases, and participate in charitable missions that are important to them and their families. We don't only build things; we build careers. That's why our Employee Development Department manages our Construction Management Trainee (CMT) and our Foreman Development Programs. Our Leonard H. White Training Center is regularly abuzz with craft skills training and leadership learning activities as well. Yes, we have tuition reimbursement too. It's been an amazing 100 years - just ask our people! So, if you're looking for a dynamic and rewarding career with a diversified, profitable, and sustainable business - that holds Employee Safety as a core value - apply now! R.H. White Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we encourage all qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
See More Details >>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: $30-$40 hourly. • 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 a 401(K) match with 100% immediate vesting. • 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: JOB SUMMARY The Journeyman Refrigeration is responsible for installation of refrigeration systems following customer specifications, applicable building code and proper piping practices. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Provides 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. • Provides construction support by welding and slip hosing copper pipes, and assists the foreman as needed on the job. • Provides support by handing cooler box coils and installing new supermarket refrigeration systems or remodeling existing supermarket refrigeration systems. • Embodies the CoolSys CARES culture (Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, Empowerment, Safety). • Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications: JOB REQUIREMENTS Education / Training • High school diploma or GED, equivalent work experience and trade or technical school classes. • License as a Journeyman to meet state requirements. Work Experience / Skills • 4+ years of experience in the construction industry preferred and hands on field experience in commercial refrigeration, electrical and/or fixtures construction. • Experience in copper brazing, market remodeling. • Good driving record. • Valid driver’s license. • 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 jobsite safety, ability to oversee work activities to ensure safe work practices and safety rule compliance. • Ability to work with minimal supervision. • Ability to understand and follow all company policies and procedures and all applicable State and Federal laws. • Ability to use typical business tools including E-Mail, Word, Excel, etc. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work Environment This job typically operates in convenience stores, grocery stores, food service and/or construction environment with need to work at heights from ladders and/or Scissor lifts. Mechanical rooms can have elevated noise levels. The position regularly works near/with refrigeration/HVAC equipment that can expose the workers to extreme cold from refrigerant and high heat from brazing operations. This role routinely works in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust. These conditions require employees to use the correct PPE and safe work practices. Physical Demands This position is very active and requires excellent stamina to perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions. Employees are regularly required to walk and stand for long periods, hear, drive, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb, use hands and fingers, and lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, occasionally up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. 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! Connect with us on Facebook and X. 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. Journeyman-HVAC, Journeyman-EMS, EMS, Installer, Install, Installation, Service Tech, refridgeration, HVAC, refrigeration, HVAC-R, HVAC/R, diagnostic, commercial, service, mechanical, mechanic, AC, field service, chiller, specialist, HVACR, Electrical, pipefitter
See More Details >>RESPONSIBILITIES: See also the Massachusetts Department of Personnel Administration Job Specifications. Additional Info • Installs, repairs, maintains, and/or alters steam and plumbing systems by cleaning sewer drains; by operating power tools, welding equipment, sewer cleaning machines, hand tools, and plumbing equipment; by laying out, cutting and fitting materials for welding; by packing joints, valves, and pumps; by cutting and threading pipes; by caulking and packing lead joints, valves and pumps; by replacing seals in water closets; by cleaning filters; by unplugging sinks, toilets, and drains; and by insulating heat tracing wires and/or piping to ensure that equipment is in proper working order and to meet agency needs. • Inspects buildings to determine need for repairs. • Reads and interprets blueprints, sketches, instructions or layouts to understand construction work to be done. • Schedules installation, maintenance, and/or repair work by conferring with supervisors and other department personnel to determine location of equipment and appropriate time to complete the project. • Estimates length of time, cost of materials and manpower needed by using current market rates and man-hour output to develop a work project budget. • Handles complaints from building occupants regarding assigned work and takes appropriate corrective action. • Acts as liaison with the Facilities Dept. and outside contractors. Supervises and Approves outside contractors work. Reviews and comments on all specifications for capital and operational projects on campus. • Is available of overtime and emergencies as needed. May be asked to be on call. • Alter, repair and maintain water systems. • Install, repair, troubleshoot piping, glass piping, sprinkler, gas distribution, industrial cafeteria systems. For the full Series Plumber and Steamfitter series job description, logon to: http://http://www.mass.edu/foremployees/classificationspecs/classspecs-pers.asp#M Qualifications • Minimum 1 year experience in College or Multi Building Commercial setting, Experience with construction and construction related communications and coordination. • Master Plumber's License issued by the Board of State Examiners of Plumbing and Gas Fitters; Journeyman may be acceptable pending similar experience. Preferred Qualifications • 5 years or more experience preferred. Additional Information Salary: $2,678.96 Biweekly, Grade 17/Step 6 Benefits: Yes, Full-Time Position Union: AFSCME Grant Funded: No Closing Date: Open Until Filled Application Instructions All available positions are located at: www.stcc.edu/about-stcc/employment which applicants must apply online by submitting a cover letter**, resume and three (3) professional references. • Cover letter must demonstrate how your education and experience qualifies you for this position. Pre-employment Details STCC conducts a pre-employment screening. Initial and continued employment is dependent upon meeting National Background Check, Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and/or Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) check and if applicable, Physical and Alcohol/Drug Testing requirements. Screening also includes verification of academic credentials, licenses, certifications, and/or verification of work history. Finalist(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment screening as a condition of employment. Policy Statement On Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity & Diversity Springfield Technical Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy or related conditions, gender identity, sex characteristics, sex stereotypes or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits Sex-Based Harassment. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, or retaliation shall be referred to the College's Affirmative Action Officer and/or Title IX Coordinator, Kathryn C. Senie, Ed.D, J.D. at 413.755.5642 or via email at kcsenie@stcc.edu, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights. Equal Opportunity Statement STCC's personnel and academic decisions, programs and policies are formulated and conducted in a manner, which will ensure equal access for all people and prevent discrimination. As part of this effort, a College will ensure that employment and academic decisions, programs and policies will be based solely on the individual eligibility, merit or fitness of applicants, employees and students without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital status, military service, gender identity, genetic information, sexual orientation or political or union affiliation. URL: www.stcc.edu Salary/Compensation: $69,653 per year recblid pr1cwqj5byzc2w96vq7dcxpfqbalpk
See More Details >>Becoming a pipefitter in Springfield, MA typically begins with a structured apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom instruction, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships generally last four to five years, requiring extensive training under experienced professionals. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 89,141 pipefitters nationwide, with a median annual wage of $61,550. In Springfield, the average weekly wage for pipefitters is $1,499.5, with experienced professionals earning over $1,500 weekly. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Guild offer apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential and a projected 6% job growth from 2023 to 2033.
