Welder/Fitter (52500)
Company: Industrial Refrigeration Pros
Location: Mansfield
Posted on: April 5, 2026
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Job Description:
Description We are looking for a highly skilled Industrial
Refrigeration Welder to support the fabrication, installation, and
maintenance of industrial refrigeration systems. This role involves
working with pressurized piping systems, including ammonia and
CO?-based refrigeration, requiring exceptional safety standards,
technical proficiency, and precision welding skills. Key
Responsibilities Fabricate and weld refrigeration piping systems
including carbon steel and stainless steel using GTAW (TIG), SMAW
(stick), and MIG processes. Read and interpret complex blueprints,
isometric drawings, P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation
Diagrams), and work orders. Install, maintain, and repair
refrigeration systems, including compressors, evaporators,
condensers, and piping infrastructure. Conduct x-ray quality welds
for high-pressure ammonia refrigeration systems. Perform
hydrostatic and pneumatic pressure testing on welds and piping.
Work closely with engineers, pipefitters, and refrigeration
technicians on layout and design modifications. Ensure compliance
with ASME codes, IIAR standards, and OSHA safety regulations.
Maintain tools, welding machines, and safety equipment in excellent
condition. Maintain detailed records of welding procedures,
inspections, and safety checks. Qualifications 3 years of
experience as an industrial welder, preferably in refrigeration or
HVAC piping systems. Proficiency in GTAW (TIG) and SMAW welding,
particularly on high-pressure piping. Solid knowledge of IIAR
standards and best practices for ammonia refrigeration systems.
Experience with orbital welding (optional but preferred).
Familiarity with pressure vessels, refrigeration cycles, and heat
exchange systems. Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving
abilities. Ability to work in confined spaces, on scaffolding, and
outdoors in varied conditions. Education and Certifications High
school diploma or equivalent. Completion of a welding
apprenticeship or vocational welding program. Certified Welder (CW)
credential from AWS (American Welding Society) preferred. IIAR
certification or RETA training (Refrigerating Engineers &
Technicians Association) is a plus. OSHA 10 or 30-hour safety
certification preferred.
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