Pipefitter- (Augusta, GA) - Austin Industrial (NUTR)

Austin Careers•Augusta, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Austin Industrial is hiring a Journeyman Industrial Pipefitter for a long-term maintenance position in Augusta, Georgia. The role involves laying out, assembling, installing, modifying, inspecting, and maintaining pipe systems, pipe supports, and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment used in industrial production and processing, including systems for steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating, and sprinkling. The position is full-time, working 40 hours per week; the posting describes the schedule as 5/8s and also references 4/10s. Per diem and relocation funding are not offered. The employee will work in industrial and construction environments and may encounter weather conditions, temperature extremes, noise, dust, fumes, moving equipment, vibration, and other site-specific hazards. The work may involve elevations, uneven surfaces, and confined spaces. Employees must follow safety and quality expectations, wear required personal protective equipment, and satisfy applicable customer, site, regulatory, medical, and fitness-for-duty requirements. Reasonable accommodation may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Austin Industrial provides maintenance, construction, and soft craft services to industrial customers across the United States. The company states that it is employee-owned through an ESOP and is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants must be legally authorized to work for any U.S. employer; visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

Journeyman Industrial Pipefitter; 3–5 years of journeyman-level experience is required, with a minimum of 3 years of pipefitting experience.
No minimum education requirement.
Must pass a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check.
Must be legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.
Able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
Able to work at heights, climb ladders and stairs, balance for extended periods, and stand for long periods.
Able to work outdoors in all types of weather and in industrial or construction environments, including uneven surfaces and confined spaces.
Able to perform work while wearing required personal protective equipment, including rain gear, chemical protective clothing, supplied-air and air-purifying respirators, safety harnesses, sandblast hoods, fire-resistant coveralls, hard hats, ear plugs, and safety glasses.
Able to sit, stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, and use hands and fingers to perform assigned duties; able to work in various positions and reach overhead.
Must possess sufficient visual, hearing, communication, and motor skills to perform job responsibilities safely.
Able to read, comprehend, and follow safety procedures, work instructions, and company policies; exercise sound judgment, solve problems, maintain attention to detail, manage stress, and adapt to changing priorities.
Must maintain a commitment to safety, quality, and productivity expectations.

Responsibilities

Lay out, assemble, install, and maintain pipe systems, pipe supports, and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.
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 using brackets, clamps, tools, or welding equipment.
Plan pipe-system layouts, installations, and repairs according to specifications.
Select pipe sizes and types and related materials, including supports, hangers, and hydraulic cylinders, according to specifications.
Modify, clean, and maintain pipe systems, units, fittings, and related machinery and equipment using hand and power tools.
Turn valves to shut off steam, water, gases, or other 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.
Perform other duties as assigned.