Welder Helper

Energy Transfer Partners, L.P.; Kansas; On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Transfer Partners, L.P. is seeking a skilled welder helper near Liberal, KS. The role supports welding by preparing materials, assisting welders with fitting, cutting, and alignment, and operating welding equipment. Travel up to 75% for project work is required.

The ideal candidate has a HS diploma or GED, is in good health, and can progress to higher skilled roles within two years. Local residency within 50 miles of Liberal compressor station is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be physically able to perform heavy labor.
• Must live within 50 miles of Liberal, KS Compressor Station.
• Willing to travel up to 75% for project work.
• Must follow safety procedures and be healthful.

Responsibilities

• Prepares materials for welding by cleaning and grinding.
• Assist Welder with fitting, cutting, and alignment in all fabrication processes.
• Operate and maintain welding machine as required by the Welder.
• Proficient in oxygen and acetylene cutting equipment.
• Interpret welding layouts, blueprints, and sketches.
• Maintain clean and safe working environment.

Skills

Physical fitness

Safety procedures knowledge

Team collaboration

Manual labor

Valid driver's license

Willingness to travel

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Trade School welding coursework

Tools

Oxygen and acetylene cutting equipment

Power tools

Welding machine operation

Job description

Are you interested in joining our Team? Chat with our digital assistant to learn more about our Company and apply right from your mobile device! Text ETP to 25000 to get started or apply through this web posting if you prefer.

Energy Transfer, recognized by Forbes as one of America's best large employers, is dedicated to responsibly and safely delivering America's energy. We are driven to inspire our employees to create superior value for our customers, our investors, a sustainable future and giving back to the community where we have long-standing commitments to causes including MD Anderson Children's Cancer Hospital, The Salvation Army, American Heart Association, Ronald McDonald House, and many more. We value all of our employees who make our growth and success possible. We are proud to offer industry leading compensation, comprehensive benefits, 401(k) match with additional profit sharing, vacation/PTO, and abundant career opportunities.

Come join our award winning 11,000 strong organization as we fuel the world and each other!

Job Summary

• Prepares materials for welding by cleaning and grinding
• Assist Welder with fitting, cutting, and alignment in all fabrication processes
• Operate and maintain welding machine as required by the Welder
• Proficient in the use of oxygen and acetylene cutting equipment
• Familiar with the type and size of various welding rods and wire used by the Welder
• Proficient in the use of various power and hand tools used in layout and fabrication
• Works with small crews and performs all necessary tasks to complete projects
• Operates necessary transportation units and prepares clear and concise reports
• Maintain clean and safe working environment
• Interprets welding layouts, blueprints, and sketches
• Generate simple drawings and material take-off lists
• Must live within 50 miles of the Liberal, KS Compressor Station

Position travels up to 75% to support project work

Required Skills

• Must be in sound health, good physical condition, and have good vision
• Must be capable of acquiring a general knowledge of the construction, maintenance and operation of the Company's high pressure natural gas pipeline facilities and pipeline equipment in this locality
• Must be thoroughly familiar with Company's safety procedures and methods of operation, maintenance, and construction
• Must demonstrate the ability to contribute to the productivity of small crews
• Required to perform the essential elements of the position including shoveling, painting, heavy lifting, working in high and low temperatures and general manual labor. Must have a valid driver's license and a safe driving history
• The successful candidate will also be expected to progress to a semi-skilled position within six months, and a skilled position within two years

Required Education

• High School Diploma or GED

Preferred: Trade School coursework in Welding, Welding Certification

Energy Transfer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

The nature and frequency of the above working conditions and requirements may vary depending on individual operational circumstances. Where feasible, the Partnership will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job.

DISCLAIMER: The statements listed in this job posting, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.