Pipefitter

Smart Care • Carolina, NC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Watson Refrigeration is hiring for multiple positions on our Commercial Refrigeration Construction & Installation Team. We welcome applicants at all experience levels—from mechanically inclined individuals looking to begin a skilled-trades career to experienced installers, technicians, leads, and foremen. Team members assist with or lead the delivery, assembly, installation, start-up, and maintenance of commercial refrigeration and related equipment. Position, responsibilities, and compensation will be determined based on experience, technical knowledge, licensing, and leadership ability.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience preferred.
• Mechanically inclined with the ability to learn new equipment and processes.
• Ability to use or learn to use hand tools, power tools, pallet jacks, forklifts, and equipment-moving tools.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record and the ability to meet company insurance requirements.
• Ability to pass a DOT physical when required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and customer service skills.
• Ability to think on your feet and respond appropriately to unexpected job-site situations.

Nice To Haves

• Commercial refrigeration, HVAC/R, construction, installation, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, welding, maintenance, warehouse, or delivery experience is helpful but not required for all positions.
• Basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, soldering, welding, and/or hydraulic systems preferred.
• Commercial refrigeration or HVAC/R installation experience.
• Experience installing supermarket refrigeration systems or commercial kitchen equipment.
• Construction leadership, project coordination, or crew-management experience.
• Forklift certification; company certification may be provided if needed.
• Strong proficiency with hand and power tools.
• Advanced mechanical, electrical, plumbing, soldering, brazing, welding, or refrigeration knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Assist with or lead commercial refrigeration equipment installations.
• Uncrate, inspect, move, assemble, and position equipment.
• Test installed equipment and verify proper operation.
• Pick up and deliver equipment, materials, and parts to job locations.
• Use pallet jacks, forklifts, equipment-moving tools, hand tools, and power tools.
• Perform basic mechanical, electrical, plumbing, soldering, welding, and related installation work.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues encountered during installation.
• Coordinate with customers, project managers, office employees, Service Technicians, and other team members.
• Maintain accurate job documentation, expense reports, and travel records.
• Follow all company safety policies and job-site requirements.
• Complete ongoing safety, equipment, and technical training.
• Experienced team members may lead projects and train or mentor less-experienced employees.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Smart Care is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected class status.
• All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
• If you need a reasonable accommodation with respect to Smart Care’s application or hiring process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources department at [email protected].

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED