Superintendent / Foreman – Refrigeration Construction & Pipe Crew
About The Position
Refrigeration Systems Construction & Service is a full-service commercial and industrial refrigeration construction and service company with more than 25 years in business. RSCS services customers across 10 states throughout the western United States, specializing in refrigeration construction, service, mechanical systems, ammonia refrigeration, and industrial refrigeration solutions. At RSCS, we believe in the pursuit of service excellence. Treating employees and customers like family, taking pride in our work, and continually striving for growth and improvement are at the heart of our core values. RSCS is now hiring an experienced Superintendent / Foreman to lead our traveling Refrigeration Construction and Pipe Crew. This is a hands-on leadership position responsible for managing refrigeration construction projects from start through execution. The Superintendent / Foreman will help maintain project momentum, keep crews aligned with deadlines, and work alongside the team when needed to keep projects moving forward. The ideal candidate will be dependable, organized, safety-focused, mechanically skilled, and comfortable adapting in the field as project needs change.
Requirements
- Proven field leadership experience in the mechanical contracting, refrigeration, or industrial construction industry.
- 5–10 years of leadership experience in the mechanical contracting industry.
- Pipe welding experience with carbon steel and stainless steel.
- Experience with small bore to large bore pipe sizes.
- 6G welding position experience.
- Stick and TIG welding process experience.
- Pipe fitting and layout skills.
- Rigging experience.
- Ability to read plans and understand mechanical systems.
- Strong leadership and organizational skills.
- Clean driving record and valid driver’s license.
- Dependable, hands-on, self-motivated, and detail-oriented work style.
- Ability and willingness to travel, including travel up to one month at a time.
- Ability to travel on short notice.
Nice To Haves
- Refrigeration and ammonia system experience preferred.
- Industrial refrigeration experience.
- Ammonia refrigeration system experience.
- Experience leading traveling crews.
- Experience working in food processing, cold storage, warehouse, or industrial mechanical environments.
- Strong understanding of refrigeration construction workflow, safety expectations, and project timelines.
Responsibilities
- Lead and support traveling refrigeration construction and pipe crews on commercial and industrial job sites.
- Manage project execution from beginning stages through completion.
- Maintain project momentum and help ensure deadlines are met.
- Work hands-on with the crew as needed to support progress and productivity.
- Read and interpret plans, drawings, and project specifications.
- Assist with pipe fitting, layout, rigging, welding coordination, and mechanical system installation.
- Communicate effectively with project managers, crew members, customers, and other trades.
- Promote safe work practices and ensure job-site safety expectations are followed.
- Adapt to project changes, field conditions, and customer needs as required.
- Maintain organization, accountability, and professionalism on the job site.
Benefits
- Top wages and competitive compensation packages.
- Company truck and fuel.
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance.
- Paid holidays and paid time off.
- Career growth opportunities.
- Training and development opportunities.
- Long-term career opportunities with a growing company.
- Travel expenses are covered by the company.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
