Pipefitter Fabricator (La Porte, TX) Austin Industrial

Austinindl; La Porte (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin is seeking a Pipefitter in La Porte, TX to lay out, assemble, install, and maintain pipe systems across industrial production and processing settings.

You will cut, thread, and hammer pipe; attach pipes to walls and fixtures; plan layouts; select pipe sizes; inspect sites for obstructions; and operate pumps to remove water during floods. 3-5 years journeyman experience and a valid driver's license are required.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of Journeyman level experience.
• Experience with laying out, assembling, installing and maintaining pipe systems.
• Knowledge of pipe sizes, materials, and supports.

Responsibilities

• Cut, thread, and hammer pipe to specifications using saws, torches, and threaders.
• Attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures using brackets, clamps, and welding equipment.
• Measure and mark pipes for cutting and threading.
• Plan pipe system layout, installation, or repair according to specifications.
• Select pipe sizes and related materials according to specifications.

Skills

Pipefitting

Layout pipes

Hand & power tools

Welding equipment

Education

No minimum education

Tools

Pipe threaders

Cutting torches

Wrenches

Power tools

Job description

Posting Details

• Posted on October 16, 2026

Locations

Showing 1 location La Porte, TX, USA

• Craft
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: PIPEF034797

Description

Pipefitter

This person will be able 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.
• Attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures, such as radiators or tanks, using brackets, clamps, tools or welding equipment.
• Measure and mark pipes for cutting and threading.
• Plan pipe system layout, installation, or repair according to specifications.
• Select pipe sizes and types and related materials, such as supports, hangers, and hydraulic cylinders, according to specifications.
• Modify, clean, and maintain pipe systems, units, fittings, and related machines and equipment, following specifications and using hand and power tools.
• Install automatic controls used to regulate pipe systems.
• Turn valves to 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 to ensure that holes will not cause structural weakness.
• Operate motorized pumps to remove water from flooded manholes, basements, or facility floors.
• Dip nonferrous piping materials in a mixture of molten tin and lead to obtain a coating that prevents erosion or galvanic and electrolytic action.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Required for this Position:

Education – no minimum education requirements.

Experience – 3-5 years of Journeyman level experience.

Austin ("The Company") is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also the Company's policy to comply with all federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Required

• Valid Driver's License
• Equal Opportunity Employer

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