Welder/Pipefitter Leadman - Austin Industrial - East Cap

Austin Industries is seeking a Welder Leadman to read and interpret isometric drawings, blueprints, and product specifications, and to lay out, assemble, install, and maintain pipe systems and related equipment for industrial production and processing systems.

Responsibilities

• Cut, thread, and hammer pipe to specifications using tools such as saws, cutting torches, pipe threaders, and benders.
• Assemble and secure pipes, tubes, fittings, and related equipment according to specifications by welding, brazing, cementing, soldering, and threading joints.
• Attach pipes to walls, structures, and fixtures using brackets, clamps, tools, or welding equipment.
• Inspect, examine, and test installed systems and pipelines using pressure gauges, hydrostatic testing, observation, or other methods.
• Measure and mark pipes for cutting and threading.
• Lay out full-scale drawings of pipe systems, supports, and related equipment following blueprints.
• Plan pipe system layout, installation, or repair according to specifications.
• Select pipe sizes, types, and related materials such as supports, hangers, and hydraulic cylinders.
• Cut and bore holes in structures prior to pipe installation using hand and power tools.
• Modify, clean, and maintain pipe systems, units, fittings, and related machines and equipment.
• Install automatic controls used to regulate pipe systems.
• Turn valves to shut off steam, water, or other gases or liquids from pipe sections.
• Remove and replace worn components.
• Prepare cost estimates for clients.
• Inspect work sites for obstructions and structural weaknesses.
• Operate motorized pumps to remove water from flooded areas.
• Dip nonferrous piping materials in molten tin and lead to prevent erosion or galvanic and electrolytic action.
• Directly supervise 1 to 5 pipe fitter helpers, including interviewing, hiring, training, planning, assigning work, appraising performance, and addressing complaints.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; or one to three years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence and present information in one-on-one and small group situations.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Fluent in English for safety reasons.
• May require travel or commuting.
• Depending on the job site, certain certificates or licenses may be required.

Skills

• Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions.
• Project Management: Completes projects on time and budget.
• Technical Skills: Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; pursues training and development opportunities; shares expertise with others.
• Customer Service: Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; meets commitments.
• Interpersonal Skills: Focuses on solving conflict; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control.
• Oral Communication: Speaks clearly and persuasively; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions.
• Written Communication: Writes clearly and informatively; reads and interprets written information.
• Teamwork: Balances team and individual responsibilities; contributes to building a positive team spirit; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Leadership: Exhibits confidence in self and others; inspires and motivates others; effectively influences actions and opinions; gives appropriate recognition.
• Quality Management: Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Cost Consciousness: Works within approved budget; develops and implements cost-saving measures.
• Diversity: Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free environment.
• Ethics: Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; works with integrity and ethically.
• Judgment: Displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; makes timely decisions.
• Planning/Organizing: Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; sets goals and objectives.
• Professionalism: Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect.
• Adaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment; changes approach or method to best fit the situation.
• Attendance/Punctuality: Consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent.
• Dependability: Follows instructions; responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; commits to long hours when necessary.
• Initiative: Volunteers readily; seeks increased responsibilities; looks for and takes advantage of opportunities.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, talk or hear, and taste or smell.
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

• Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, outside weather conditions, and vibration.
• Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Benefits

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

About the Company

Austin Industries and its operating companies engage in almost every type of civil, commercial, and industrial construction. As an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company, Austin is owned entirely by its employees. The company values uncompromising integrity, employee-ownership, exemplary service, and excellence in safety.