Pipefitter IV (El Dorado, KS) - Austin

Austin Industries; El Dorado (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled individual to join their team as a Pipe Installer. In this role, you will work on the layout, assembly, installation, and maintenance of pipe systems across various industrial applications. Your expertise will contribute to optimizing safety and efficiency in operations. This position offers a chance to be part of a dedicated team that values employee ownership and innovation. If you have a Journeyman level experience and a passion for the industry, this is a great opportunity to advance your career in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of Journeyman level experience required.
• Valid Driver's License is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Lay out, assemble, install, and maintain pipe systems and equipment.
• Cut, thread, and hammer pipe to specifications using various tools.
• Inspect work sites and ensure safe installation of pipe systems.

Skills

Pipe installation

Pipe cutting and threading

Welding

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Safety procedures

Tools

Saws

Cutting torches

Pipe threaders

Wrenches

Job description

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.

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:

Applicants must be legally authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States. Austin is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.

Certifications/ Licenses: Valid Driver's License.

Experience: 3-5 years of Journeyman level experience.

Austin Industrial is an Equal Opportunity Employer.