HVAC​/R Plumber Journeyman - Commercial & Industrial; Union CoolSys Plainfield, NJ

Overview

At Cool Sys, we provide stability, growth, and industry‑leading benefits for our employees. Below are the competitive benefits:

• Competitive Compensation: $30‑$50 DOE
• Ongoing Education & Training: Access to state‑of‑the‑art facilities and paid online training.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage, paid vacation/holidays, and a 401(k) match with 100% immediate vesting.
• Year‑Round, Diverse Work: Consistent, interesting projects throughout the year across various industries and systems.
• Extra Perks: Quarterly bonus plan, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts on vehicles, hotels, theme parks, pet insurance, and more.

The Apprentice (HVAC or Refrigeration) provides support to an installation team by completing tasks safely, promptly, accurately, and professionally, following customer specifications, building codes, and proper piping practices.

• Install equipment under the direction of a senior technician
  • HVAC: air handler drains, piping for split systems, overhead duct hangers, and ductwork.
  • Refrigeration: display case drains, walk‑in box drains, overhead hangers, and piping.
• Perform all assigned work safely using power tools, hand tools, powered vehicles, machinery, and PPE as directed and required by Source, customer, and contract policy.
• Escalate problems and concerns (safety, quality of work, etc.) to on‑site senior technicians or project managers promptly.
• Always maintain clean and professional job sites/work areas; properly store, disassemble, or remove all spare and waste materials.
• Provide assistance and support to senior technicians on a job.
• Carry out all responsibilities honestly, ethically, and professionally.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Install all types of piping including PVC, copper (brazing), and copper line sets.

• Education or experience equivalent to a high school diploma, GED, or completion of a trade program or technical school.
• 5+ years of experience in construction, refrigeration, HVAC, or related industry/trade preferred.
• Ability to operate a scissor lift or forklift preferred.
• Knowledge of jobsite safety and ability to perform work in accordance with safe work practices and rules.
• Ability to use basic power and hand tools including drills, fuel gas tools, electrical meters, and measurement tools.
• Ability to be punctual and dependable.
• Ability to work in a variety of conditions, including scaling ladders to heights, working outdoors in hot/cold temperatures, and in noisy environments.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations including fractional addition/subtraction, multiplication, division, and measurements.
• Ability to read, write and communicate timely, clearly and concisely.
• Ability to work constructively in a team environment following instructions from senior technicians.
• Understanding and following all company policies, procedures, and applicable State and Federal laws.
• Good driving record.

Cool Sys is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals—including all ages, colors, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio‑economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics—are encouraged to apply.

Pre‑employment background screening (criminal and MVR for driving positions) and drug testing are required for all positions. Cool Sys will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with federal law, state law, or local ordinance.