Pipe Welder

Refrigeration Systems Construction and Service•Phoenix, AZ

1d•$25 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

RSCS is seeking experienced Pipe Welders to join its Refrigeration Construction team. This traveling field position supports commercial and industrial refrigeration construction projects, including industrial ammonia and CO₂ systems, with work performed in both shop and field environments. The role is intended for dependable welders with hands-on pipe welding experience, strong attention to detail, safe work habits, and the ability to work independently and as part of a professional construction crew. Travel is required as needed, including assignments on short notice. The position involves welding carbon steel and stainless steel piping across small- to large-bore sizes, performing 6G, Stick, and TIG welding, reading technical drawings, and assisting with pipe fitting, layout, fabrication, and installation. Welds must meet RSCS quality standards, project requirements, and applicable safety expectations. RSCS describes itself as a full-service commercial and industrial refrigeration construction and service company specializing in the design, installation, and maintenance of industrial ammonia and CO₂ refrigeration systems. It has been in business for over 25 years and serves customers across 10 states in the western United States. RSCS offers competitive hourly pay of $25–$40, depending on experience and qualifications, along with training and career advancement opportunities, insurance, paid holidays, and PTO. Per diem and company-covered travel expenses are available when applicable. Relocation is not offered, and RSCS does not sponsor employees from outside the United States.

Requirements

3–5 years of experience as a Pipe Welder in industrial refrigeration, mechanical construction, or related pipe welding work.
Proficiency in 6G position welding.
Experience with Stick welding, including 6010 and 7018 electrodes.
TIG welding experience, especially with stainless steel.
Experience welding carbon steel and stainless steel pipe.
Ability to work with small-bore to large-bore pipe sizes.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and welding symbols.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
Safe work habits and ability to follow jobsite safety expectations.
Dependable, self-motivated, organized, and able to work with limited supervision.
Ability to work well with foremen, superintendents, project managers, and field crews.
Clean driving record.
Willingness to travel as needed, including short-notice assignments.

Nice To Haves

Industrial ammonia refrigeration welding experience.
CO₂ refrigeration system experience.
Pipe fitting and layout knowledge.
Industrial ammonia refrigeration construction experience.
CO₂ refrigeration construction experience.
Experience in cold storage, food processing, distribution, manufacturing, or industrial refrigeration environments.
Rigging experience.
OSHA training or other safety certifications.
Experience supporting traveling construction crews.

Responsibilities

Perform pipe welding for commercial and industrial refrigeration construction projects.
Complete welding work in shop and field environments.
Perform 6G position welding.
Perform Stick welding using 6010 and 7018 electrodes.
Perform TIG welding on stainless steel.
Weld carbon steel and stainless steel piping, working with small-bore to large-bore pipe sizes.
Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, drawings, and welding symbols.
Support pipe fitting, layout, fabrication, and installation work as needed.
Work safely around refrigeration systems, construction sites, tools, equipment, and materials.
Ensure welds meet RSCS quality standards, project requirements, and applicable safety expectations.
Work independently and with a crew to complete projects efficiently.
Communicate with foremen, superintendents, project managers, and team members.
Maintain a dependable, professional, and safety-minded approach on every job.
Travel as required, including assignments on short notice.