Pipefitter/ Bolt-Up - Austin Industrial (Texas City, TX)

Austin Careers•Texas City, TX

About The Position

Austin Industrial is seeking a Pipefitter to lay out, assemble, install, and maintain pipe systems, pipe supports, and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment used in steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkling, and industrial production and processing systems. Other duties may be assigned. The role requires four years of journeyman-level experience, NCCER certification, a valid driver’s license, and a TWIC Card. No minimum education is required. Applicants must be legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States; Austin Industries cannot sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position. The job involves regular sitting, hand use, and reaching, as well as frequent standing, walking, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, and talking or hearing. The employee regularly lifts or moves up to 25 pounds and may frequently lift or move up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

Four years of journeyman-level experience.
NCCER certification.
Valid driver’s license.
TWIC Card.
Legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States.
Able to perform the described physical demands, with reasonable accommodations available where applicable.

Responsibilities

Cut, thread, and hammer pipe to specifications using tools such as saws, cutting torches, pipe threaders, and benders.
Attach pipes to walls, structures, and fixtures such as radiators or tanks using brackets, clamps, tools, or welding equipment.
Measure and mark pipes for cutting and threading.
Plan pipe system layouts, installations, or repairs according to specifications.
Select pipe sizes and types and related materials, such as supports, hangers, and hydraulic cylinders, according to specifications.
Modify, clean, and maintain pipe systems, units, fittings, and related machines and equipment using hand and power tools and following specifications.
Install automatic controls used to regulate pipe systems.
Turn valves to shut off steam, water, or other gases or liquids from pipe sections using valve keys or wrenches.
Remove and replace worn components.
Inspect work sites for obstructions and ensure holes will not cause structural weakness.
Operate motorized pumps to remove water from flooded manholes, basements, or facility floors.
Dip nonferrous piping materials in molten tin and lead to obtain a coating that prevents erosion or galvanic and electrolytic action.
Perform other duties as assigned.