Lead Pipefitter: Build & Optimize Industrial Piping

Austin Industries, Inc.; Decatur, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Employee-owned company (ESOP)

Job summary

Austin Industries, Inc. in Decatur, IL, is seeking a Pipefitter Leadman for its East operations. The role involves reading isometric drawings, laying out, assembling, installing and maintaining pipe systems for industrial production and processing facilities.

Candidates should read blueprints, use hand and power tools, supervise 1–5 helpers, and prepare client cost estimates. The position requires strong mechanical skills, safety awareness, and the ability to work on-site in a demanding

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; or 1–3 years related experience.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and blueprints.
• Experience in laying out, assembling, installing and maintaining pipe systems.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret isometric drawings and blueprints.
• Lay out, assemble, install and maintain pipe systems.
• Cut, thread and hammer pipe to specifications.
• Weld, braze, cement, solder or thread joints.
• Inspect, test and verify installed systems.
• Prepare cost estimates for clients.
• Supervise 1–5 pipe fitter helpers.
• Operate pumps to remove water when needed.

Skills

Isometric drawings interpretation

Blueprint reading

Pipe fitting

Welding

Mechanical aptitude

Supervisory experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Pipe threaders

Welding equipment

Hand and power tools

Job description

Austin Industries, Inc. in Decatur, IL, is seeking a Pipefitter Leadman for its East operations. The role involves reading isometric drawings, laying out, assembling, installing and maintaining pipe systems for industrial production and processing facilities.

Candidates should read blueprints, use hand and power tools, supervise 1–5 helpers, and prepare client cost estimates. The position requires strong mechanical skills, safety awareness, and the ability to work on-site in a demanding