Pipeliner Trainee: Field Ops & Maintenance

Energy Transfer; Lima (OH); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Transfer is seeking a Pipeliner Trainee in Lima, Ohio. The role involves independent work to repair and maintain pipelines, appurtenances, and pump stations, with responsibilities including right-of-way work and line marking. Travel and on-call responsiveness are expected.

The position offers an entry pay rate of $28.91 per hour, with potential to support various construction and maintenance tasks, including gauging at meter stations and coordination with technicians.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 1 year service as a Pipeliner or 5 years relevant industry experience preferred.
• Must be able to work overtime as assigned and respond to emergency activities.
• Must be self-reliant, dependable, and maintain good working relations with co-workers.
• Must write legibly, maintain neat appearance, be accurate in math, and maintain a good safety attitude.
• Ability to work outdoors in extreme weather and perform heavy physical labor safely.
• Must have a valid driver’s license to operate equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform general pipeline construction and maintenance tasks (digging ditches, right-of-way clearance, coating pipe, fences).
• Operate and assist with scrapers, pumps, and leak repairs; inspect contract workers.
• Maintain station grounds (mowing, trimming, weeds).
• Load/unload materials related to pipeline equipment; operate company vehicles up to 10,000 GVW.
• Read maps, locate lines, and perform one calls; interact with landowners.

Skills

Overtime availability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Energy Transfer is seeking a Pipeliner Trainee in Lima, Ohio. The role involves independent work to repair and maintain pipelines, appurtenances, and pump stations, with responsibilities including right-of-way work and line marking. Travel and on-call responsiveness are expected.

The position offers an entry pay rate of $28.91 per hour, with potential to support various construction and maintenance tasks, including gauging at meter stations and coordination with technicians.