Pipe Welder

Refrigeration Systems Construction and Service • Phoenix, Arizona, United States • $25 - $40 / hour • 2w ago

RSCS is 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.

RSCS has been in business for over 25 years and services customers across 10 states throughout the western USA. We believe in the pursuit of service excellence. Treating employees and customers as family and striving toward continual growth and improvement lie at the heart of RSCS core values.

About the Opportunity

RSCS is looking for experienced Pipe Weldersto join our Refrigeration Construction team. This is a traveling field position for dependable welders who take pride in quality workmanship, understand mechanical construction environments, and are willing to support refrigeration construction projects in the shop and in the field.

This is not an entry-level position. Qualified candidates must have hands-on pipe welding experience, strong attention to detail, safe work habits, and the ability to work independently while contributing to a professional construction crew.

The successful candidate will perform pipe welding for industrial refrigeration construction projects, including ammonia and CO₂ refrigeration systems. This role requires welding skill, the ability to read drawings, a dependable work ethic, and the flexibility to travel as needed based on project demands.

Requirements

What You’ll Do

Perform pipe welding for commercial and industrial refrigeration construction projects
Complete welding work in both shop and field environments
Perform 6G position welding
Perform Stick welding using 6010 and 7018 electrodes
Perform TIG welding on stainless steel with precision and quality
Weld carbon steel and stainless steel piping used in industrial refrigeration systems
Work 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 as part of a crew to complete projects efficiently
Communicate clearly 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

What We’re Looking For

Qualified candidates should have:

3–5 years of experience as a Pipe Welder in industrial refrigeration, mechanical construction, or related pipe welding work
Industrial ammonia refrigeration welding experience preferred
CO₂ refrigeration system experience preferred
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
Pipe fitting and layout knowledge preferred
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

Preferred Experience

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

Benefits

What We Offer

RSCS offers a strong career opportunity for skilled tradespeople who want to grow with a company that values quality workmanship, safety, teamwork, and long-term development.

We offer:

Competitive hourly pay based on experience
Career advancement and training opportunities
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance
Paid holidays and PTO
Per diem when traveling, when applicable
Company-covered travel expenses when applicable
Long-term opportunity with a company that invests in skilled tradespeople

Compensation

This Pipe Welder position pays $25–$40 per hour, depending on verified experience, welding skill level, refrigeration or mechanical construction background, travel requirements, and overall fit for the role.

This is a field welder position on the RSCS construction team. Starting pay will be discussed during the interview process and determined based on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and ability to meet the needs of the position.

Important Notes

RSCS does NOTsponsor employees from outside the United States.

Relocation is NOToffered for this position.