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Overview

Brian Cox Mechanical, Inc., founded in 1990, is a full-service HVAC contractor committed to delivering high-quality systems at competitive prices. The Journeyman Pipefitter / Welder is responsible for installing, assembling, and maintaining HVAC-related piping systems in commercial and industrial environments.

Responsibilities

  • Install, assemble, and maintain HVAC-related piping systems.
  • Read and interpret blueprints and specifications.
  • Measure and cut pipe, fit and weld piping for steam and other mechanical systems.
  • Ensure all work meets company, safety, and code requirements.
  • Select appropriate materials and welding methods.
  • Perform TIG and other welding processes.
  • Conduct pressure tests and inspections to verify integrity and performance.
  • Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other trades.
  • Troubleshoot issues in the field.
  • Maintain a clean, organized work area.

Requirements

  • Strong pipe and pipefitting skills, including installation, assembly, and repair of HVAC and mechanical piping systems.
  • Proficiency in welding, including TIG welding and other applicable processes.
  • Experience working with steam and related high-pressure piping systems.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and mechanical plans.
  • Comprehensive understanding of safety standards, OSHA requirements, and local mechanical codes.
  • Journeyman-level certification or equivalent experience in pipefitting and/or welding.
  • Reliable attendance and ability to work on-site in San Diego, CA.
  • Capability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting, bending, and working at heights.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced construction environment.

Additional Information

  • Full-time, on-site role based in San Diego, CA.
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How this job compares in San Diego, CA

Pay in context

This employer didn't publish a rate. For reference, welding jobs in San Diego, CA currently run a median of $35/hr in our index, with the middle half of them falling between $30–$41/hr across 9 postings with published pay. That median is a reasonable floor to anchor on when a recruiter asks what you're looking for.

The local market in San Diego, CA

We're tracking 11 other active welding openings in San Diego, CA right now, from 10 different employers. 1 of them was added in the last week. Across California as a whole we're tracking 418 other active welding openings from 205 employers. A metro this active generally means you have real leverage — employers here are competing for the same welders. Browse every welding job in San Diego, or widen the search to California.

The most active employers in California at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are SpaceX (27), Welding Shop in Los Angeles, CA (16), and Honeywell Aerospace (15). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

Within California, the best-paying metros we track by median hourly rate are Santa Ana at $48/hr, Long Beach at $43/hr, and Los Angeles at $42/hr. If you can relocate or commute, that spread is worth factoring in.

What you'll be running

This posting calls for TIG. TIG (GTAW) uses a non-consumable tungsten electrode with filler added by hand, giving the operator the most control of any process. It is slow, demanding, and the standard for stainless, aluminum, and anything where the bead has to look as good as it holds.

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