Millwright/Civil Construction Austin Industrial (Per Diem)

Austin Industries and its operating companies engage in almost every type of civil, commercial, and industrial construction. As a 100% employee-owned company (ESOP), we stand on the core values of uncompromising integrity, employee-ownership, exemplary service, and excellence in safety.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, specifications, layouts, and work instructions to determine work requirements.
• Plan and execute work activities in accordance with project requirements, established procedures, and safety standards.
• Coordinate with supervision and other crafts to complete work efficiently and safely.
• Maintain records, document work activities, and provide progress updates as required.
• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and align industrial equipment and machinery.
• Perform equipment setting, leveling, precision alignment, and mechanical assembly activities.
• Assist with rigging, moving, positioning, and securing equipment.
• Inspect and repair pumps, gearboxes, rotating equipment, conveyors, and associated mechanical systems.
• Use precision measuring instruments and layout tools to verify equipment tolerances and alignment.
• Support shutdowns, turnarounds, capital projects, and maintenance activities.
• Study blueprints, sketches, and building plans to prepare project layouts and determine dimensions and material requirements.
• Construct, install, maintain, and repair structures, fixtures, forms, and related components.
• Build, erect, and dismantle concrete forms, scaffolding, ramps, stairs, and temporary structures as required.
• Shape, cut, and fit construction materials using hand and power tools.
• Fabricate and install reinforcing steel and rebar systems.
• Mix, place, finish, and repair concrete and asphalt surfaces.
• Verify grade, elevation, plumb, alignment, and structural integrity of completed work.
• Repair or replace damaged portions of structures and facilities.
• Ensure all work meets applicable specifications, quality standards, and customer requirements.
• Verify equipment and structures are installed correctly and functioning as intended.
• Identify and report deficiencies or conditions that may impact safety, quality, or productivity.
• Work effectively with supervisors, coworkers, contractors, and customers.
• Communicate work status, issues, and required corrective actions.
• Support team goals and maintain a positive working relationship with all personnel.
• Follow all Austin Industrial, customer, and regulatory safety requirements.
• Participate in job safety analyses, pre-task planning, and safety meetings.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and eliminate workplace hazards.
• Properly utilize required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Demonstrate a constant commitment to safe work practices and environmental stewardship.

Requirements

• Minimum 3-5 years of journeyman-level experience in Millwright, Civil Carpenter, Industrial Maintenance, Construction, or related craft disciplines.
• NCCER Millwright, NCCER Carpenter, or equivalent craft certification preferred.
• TWIC Card required.
• Valid government-issued identification required.
• Forklift operating experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and construction drawings.
• Knowledge of industrial maintenance and construction practices, equipment, tools, and materials.
• Ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, and construction equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Physical, Mental & Environmental Requirements

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, and use hands and fingers to perform assigned duties.
• May require lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds.
• May require working at elevations, on uneven surfaces, or in confined spaces.
• Must possess sufficient visual, hearing, communication, and motor skills to safely perform job responsibilities.
• Must be able to read, comprehend, and follow safety procedures, work instructions, and company policies.
• Must exercise sound judgment, solve problems, maintain attention to detail, manage stress, and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced work environment.
• Work may be performed in industrial and construction environments with exposure to weather conditions, temperature extremes, noise, dust, fumes, moving equipment, vibration, and other site-specific hazards.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and meet all customer, site, regulatory, medical, and fitness-for-duty requirements applicable to the position.

Pay

$36–$40/hour with a $120 per diem.

Schedule

5 days per week, 10 hours per day (5/10s).

Benefits

• Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance.
• Matching 401K plan.
• 100% Employee-Owned Company (ESOP).