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$21.75 - $26.75/hr

Indelco Plastics is seeking a skilled Pipe Fitter/Fabricator to join our fabrication shop, focused on the production of thermoplastic pipe spools. This role centers on solvent cement and fusion ...

$21.75 - $26.75/hr

Indelco Plastics is seeking a skilled Pipe Fitter/Fabricator to join our fabrication shop, focused on the production of thermoplastic pipe spools. This role centers on solvent cement and fusion ...

$21.75 - $26.75/hr

Indelco Plastics is seeking a skilled Pipe Fitter/Fabricator to join our fabrication shop, focused on the production of thermoplastic pipe spools. This role centers on solvent cement and fusion ...

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How much do pipe fabricator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for pipe fabricator in the United States is $27.74, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $25.00 and $30.77 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a pipe fabricator?

Pipe Fabricators are skilled tradespeople who specialize in measuring, cutting, assembling, and installing piping systems used in various industries such as construction, manufacturing, and oil and gas. They work with materials like steel, copper, and plastic to create pipes that transport water, gas, chemicals, or other substances. Their job involves reading blueprints, using specialized tools and machinery, and ensuring that all pipework meets industry standards and safety regulations. Pipe Fabricators may work in workshops, factories, or on construction sites, and often collaborate closely with welders, plumbers, and engineers.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a pipe fabricator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Pipe Fabricator, you need strong knowledge of pipe materials, blueprint reading, welding, and fabrication techniques, often supported by vocational training or apprenticeship. Familiarity with tools such as pipe benders, welding machines, cutting torches, and sometimes certifications like AWS welding certification is typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective teamwork are crucial soft skills in this role. These skills and qualities are essential for producing precise, safe, and high-quality piping systems in various industrial settings.

What are some common challenges faced by pipe fabricators on the job, and how can they be addressed?

Pipe Fabricators often encounter challenges such as interpreting complex blueprints, maintaining precise measurements, and working within tight deadlines. To address these, it’s important to have strong attention to detail, regularly communicate with team members like welders and project managers, and stay updated on safety protocols. Continuous learning and practicing effective time management can help ensure high-quality work and minimize errors, making the job both rewarding and manageable.

What is the difference between Pipe Fabricator vs Pipe Welder?

AspectPipe FabricatorPipe Welder
CertificationsBasic OSHA, possibly AWS or ASME certificationsWelding certifications like AWS Certified Welder
Work EnvironmentFabrication shops, construction sites, industrial plantsConstruction sites, industrial plants, piping installations
Primary SkillsCutting, shaping, assembling pipesWelding, joining pipes through welding techniques
Tools UsedCutting tools, pipe benders, measuring devicesWelding machines, torches, safety gear

While both roles work with pipes, Pipe Fabricators focus on cutting, shaping, and assembling pipe components, whereas Pipe Welders specialize in welding pipes together. Understanding these differences helps employers and job seekers identify the right skills and certifications needed for each role.

What does a pipe fabricator do?

A pipe fabricator assembles, cuts, and welds pipes and fittings according to blueprints and specifications. They work in manufacturing or construction environments, often using tools like pipe cutters, welding equipment, and measuring devices, and may need certifications such as AWS welding certification. The role requires attention to detail and adherence to safety standards.
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Infographic showing various Pipe Fabricator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 90% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,707 per year, or $27.7 per hour.

PIPEFITTER - Austin Industrial - Orange, TX

Austin Bridge & Raod, LP

Orange, TX • On-site

$34/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 15 hours ago


Austin Industries rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 57 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

About Austin Industrial

 Austin Industrial provides premier self-perform maintenance, construction, and soft craft service 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. 

To learn more about us, visit https://www.austin-ind.com/what-we-do/industrial. 

Pipe Fabricator

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.
  • Lay out full scale drawings of pipe systems, supports, and related equipment, following blueprints. 
  • Read and interpret blueprints and product specifications to determine which equipment and tools will be required to complete the work.
  • 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.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds and may frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

 

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). 

Accessibility Note

  • If you are a job seeker with a disability and require reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs or have accessibility concerns, please contact the People Services Teamat (877) 831-1217.

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