About Austin Industrial

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.

Job Summary:

A Combination Pipe Welder in a refinery setting is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of piping systems, including those in excavations and underground, as well as welding structural steel. This role involves welding, cutting, and assembling pipes and structural components to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the refinery.

Key Responsibilities:

Welding and Fabrication: Perform welding tasks using various techniques such as SMAW and GTAW to join metal pipes, structural steel, and components. Pipe Installation: Assemble and secure pipes and fittings according to specifications by welding, bolting or threading joints. Bolting Up and Torquing: Secure flanges and fittings by bolting up and torquing to ensure leak-proof connections and structural integrity. Excavation and Underground Piping: Excavation Work: Safely perform tasks in excavated areas, ensuring proper shoring and trench safety practices. Underground Piping: Install and repair underground piping systems, ensuring proper alignment and secure connections to prevent leaks and ensure durability. Structural Steel Welding: Fabrication and Assembly: Cut, shape, and assemble structural steel components. Installation: Weld structural steel components to form complete structures, ensuring stability and compliance with design specifications. Inspection: Inspect welded joints and structural components to ensure they meet quality and safety standards. Maintenance and Repair: Inspect, maintain, and repair existing piping and structural systems. Blueprint Reading: Read and interpret blueprints and diagrams to determine the layout and installation procedures. Safety Compliance: Adhere to all safety regulations and protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment and ensuring proper ventilation during welding operations. Quality Control: Verify that all welds and connections are free of defects and conform to set specifications. Collaboration: Work closely with other maintenance personnel to complete projects efficiently and safely. 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.

Qualifications:

Education: High school diploma or equivalent Experience: Proven experience as a pipe welder in a refinery or industrial setting. 5+ years of experience. Skills: Strong technical skills in welding and pipe fitting, structural steel welding, bolting up and torquing, problem-solving abilities, and good communication skills. Certifications: Oklahoma Steam Card

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

Austin Industrial is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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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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