MECHANICAL HELPER - Austin Industrial (Olin - Plaquemine, LA)

Austin-Industrial; Plaquemine (LA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin-Industrial is posting a Mechanical Helper role at Plaquemine, LA. This on-site position supports pipefitters and fabricators to lay out, assemble, install, and maintain pipe systems and related equipment for industrial production and processing facilities.

Responsibilities include cutting, threading, drilling, mounting hangers, and assisting with valves and fittings; candidates should have 6+ months of industrial experience and valid Driver's License with TWIC Card.

Qualifications

• 6+ months experience in an industrial setting.
• Valid Driver's License.
• TWIC Card.

Responsibilities

• Cut, thread, and hammer pipe to specifications, using tools such as saws, cutting torches, and pipe threaders and benders.
• Drill holes in walls to permit passage of pipes, using pneumatic drill.
• Selects specific type and size of pipe.
• Mounts pipe hangers and brackets to hold pipe.
• Assists Pipefitter to install valves, couplings, and other fittings.
• May disassemble and remove damaged or worn pipe.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Industrial experience

Job description

Job Category:

Requisition Number:

• Posted : September 25, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Plaquemine, LA, USA

Description

Mechanical Helper

This person will assist pipefitters and pipe fabricators to lay out, assemble, install, and maintain pipe systems, pipe supports, and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment for steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkling, and industrial production and processing systems. Other duties may be assigned.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• Cut, thread, and hammer pipe to specifications, using tools such as saws, cutting torches, and pipe threaders and benders.
• Cuts or drills holes in walls to permit passage of pipes, using pneumatic drill.
• Selects specific type and size of pipe.
• Mounts pipe hangers and brackets to hold pipe.
• Assists Pipefitter to install valves, couplings, and other fittings.
• May disassemble and remove damage or worn pipe.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Required for this Position:

Experience – 6+ months experience in an Industrial setting preferred.

Austin Industrial is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

• See the “Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision” poster available in English and Spanish .

No Third-Party Inquiries Please

• This Company does not accept and will not consider unsolicited resumes or any other unsolicited candidate information submitted to the Company or any of its employee-owners by staffing agencies, search firms, or third-party recruiters in response to a posted vacancy.The Company will not pay any placement fee(s) without a written agreement to do so (e., payment must be required pursuant to the terms of a written agreement).

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Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Valid Driver's License

TWIC Card

Equal Opportunity Employer
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