SIPA Helper - Austin Industrial

Austin Careers • Donaldsonville, LA

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About The Position

Austin Industrial delivers premier maintenance, construction, and soft craft services to leading industrial companies across the U.S. An industry leader for more than 60 years, we offer single-source solutions to our customers in the oil, gas, chemical, food, agriculture, power, and manufacturing industries. Our team of 4,000 employee-owners, equipped with innovative technology and optimized procedures, helps owners optimize safety, productivity, profit margins, and cost efficiency. Austin Industrial is currently seeking a SIPA Helper to join our staff . They must be able to work in the construction, assembly, maintenance, and dismantling of tubular scaffolding or other temporary structures.

Requirements

• Prior experience as a SIPA Helper (Scaffold, Insulation, Painter, Assembly) in construction or refinery work.
• Basic understanding of hand and power tools
• Must be able to lift 50+ lbs, climb ladders, and work at heights
• Knowledge of OSHA and site-specific safety standards
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid NCCER
• Valid Driver's License
• Valid TWIC card
• Meet physical demands as listed above
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed by the assigned location
• Ability to operate power tools and heavy equipment
• Applicants must be legally able to work for ANY employer in the United States. Austin Industrial is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visa for this position.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the erection, modification, and dismantling of scaffolding systems.
• Carry and position scaffold components (tubes, planks, braces, etc.).
• Maintain safe work areas and tools.
• Help cut, fit, and install insulation materials on piping, ducts, or equipment.
• Apply jacketing (metal or PVC covers) over insulation.
• Handle insulation materials (fiberglass, calcium silicate, mineral wool).
• Prepare surfaces (sanding, scraping, cleaning) for coating or painting.
• Apply primer and paint under supervision using brushes, rollers, or spray equipment.
• Assist in maintaining painting tools and equipment.
• Assist mechanics or technicians with basic mechanical assembly or disassembly tasks.
• Use basic hand tools (wrenches, hammers, screwdrivers, etc.).
• Transport and organize parts or tools as needed.

Benefits

• excellent benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, and a matching 401K plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees