Industrial Pipefitter/Welder — Hands-on Training & Growth

Evonik Industries AG; Lafayette (IN); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Evonik Industries AG is seeking a skilled maintenance technician to perform preventive and corrective maintenance on industrial piping systems in our Lafayette, IN facility. You will troubleshoot, read blueprints, and perform basic welding while adhering to safety and quality standards.

The role offers on-the-job training, emphasis on equipment reliability, and opportunities for professional growth within a global specialty chemicals company.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 1–3 years in industrial pipefitting or mechanical maintenance.
• Basic welding skills.
• Ability to read piping diagrams, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Familiarity with SAP or CMMS is preferred.
• Strong safety mindset and PPE adherence.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on industrial piping systems and related components.
• Troubleshoot piping-related issues and support equipment reliability improvements.
• Assist in redlining and updating piping schematics and prints for accuracy.
• Execute basic welding tasks for piping system repairs and installations.
• Document all maintenance activities accurately using SAP or CMMS.
• Train and mentor junior technicians on safe and effective maintenance practices.
• Participate in safety programs, hazard identification and job safety assessments.
• Support planned shutdowns, turnarounds, and maintenance outages to ensure system readiness.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, quality standards, and internal maintenance protocols.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work environment at all times.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Read piping diagrams

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical/trade school certification

Tools

SAP

Job description

Evonik Industries AG is seeking a skilled maintenance technician to perform preventive and corrective maintenance on industrial piping systems in our Lafayette, IN facility. You will troubleshoot, read blueprints, and perform basic welding while adhering to safety and quality standards.

The role offers on-the-job training, emphasis on equipment reliability, and opportunities for professional growth within a global specialty chemicals company.