Superintendent Foreman – Refrigeration Construction & Pipe Crew

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.

Position Summary

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

Key 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.
  

Required Qualifications

This is not an entry-level position. Candidates must have proven field leadership experience in the mechanical contracting refrigeration or industrial construction industry.

Qualified candidates should have:

• 510 years of leadership experience in the mechanical contracting industry.
  
• Refrigeration and ammonia system experience preferred.
  
• 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 drivers 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.
  

Preferred Experience

• 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.
  

Benefits

Compensation & Benefits

RSCS and MRC use a tiered hourly pay scale based on experience skill level certifications role and overall industry knowledge. Apprentice and entry-level positions typically range from $20$30 per hour. Technician-level positions typically range from $30$40 per hour. Journeyman-level positions typically range from $40$50 per hour. Senior Technicians and Field Supervisors typically range from $50$65 per hour with the highest levels of compensation reserved for highly experienced ammonia technicians senior field leadership and specialized roles. Final starting pay is determined by the hiring manager based on experience qualifications location and business needs.

RSCS offers a robust benefits package including:

• 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

This is a traveling position. Candidates must be willing and able to travel for extended project assignments including up to one month at a time. Travel expenses are covered by the company.

Additional Information

RSCS does not sponsor employees from outside the United States. Relocation assistance is not offered for this position.

Please note: RSCS/MRC does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate information from third-party organizations or agencies. Please do not contact anyone in our organization regarding unsolicited candidates. Any unsolicited information sent to RSCS/MRC will be considered company property and will not obligate RSCS/MRC to pay any fees if a candidate is hired.

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Skills:

THIS IS NOT an entry level position. Must have 5 years of experience as a Foreman with ammonia refrigeration experience a plus clean driving record dependable and hands-on self-motivated self-starter well organized and detail oriented. Must be able to work independently and on a team. Travel required and must be able to travel on short notice. Qualifications and Skills Leadership - Foreman Pipe Welder (Shop & Field) - 6G Position Welding - Stick / welding 6010 & 7018 - TIG / Welding Stainless Experience working with Refrigeration a plus