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

Austin Bridge & Road•Augusta, GA

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Austin Industrial is hiring a Pipefitter for a long-term industrial maintenance position in Augusta, Georgia. The role involves laying out, assembling, installing, and maintaining pipe systems, pipe supports, and associated hydraulic and pneumatic equipment used in industrial production and processing, including steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating, and sprinkler systems. This is a full-time maintenance job working 40 hours per week; the schedule is described as 5/8s. Per diem and relocation funding are not offered. The successful candidate must be a journeyman-level industrial pipefitter with 3–5 years of experience. Education requirements are not specified. Employment is contingent on passing a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check. The work takes place in industrial and construction environments, potentially involving outdoor weather, temperature extremes, noise, dust, fumes, vibration, moving equipment, elevations, uneven surfaces, confined spaces, and other site-specific hazards. Required PPE must be worn. Applicants must be legally authorized to work for any U.S. employer; visa sponsorship is not available. Austin Industrial offers medical, dental, life, and disability insurance, as well as a matching 401(k) plan. The company is 100% employee-owned through an ESOP.

Requirements

Journeyman-level industrial pipefitter; minimum of 3 years of pipefitting experience. The qualifications section specifies 3–5 years of journeyman-level experience.
No minimum education requirement.
Pass a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check.
Be legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States; visa sponsorship is unavailable.
Work at heights, climb ladders and stairs, stand for extended periods, and lift at least 50 pounds.
Be able to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions and wear required personal protective equipment.
Be able to sit, stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, and use hands and fingers to perform assigned duties.
Meet the role's visual, hearing, communication, and motor-skill demands; 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.
Meet customer, site, regulatory, medical, and fitness-for-duty requirements applicable to the position.

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 layout, installation, and repair 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.
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.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain a constant commitment to safety, quality, and productivity expectations.