Welder Helper

Miller Pipeline; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Miller Pipeline in Louisville, KY is seeking Welder's Helpers to assist welders with positioning, aligning, and fitting pipelines for natural gas distribution. This role supports welding crews in field operations and requires attention to safety and quality.

You will hold and place pipe, move blocking, grind rough edges, transport materials, and help maintain a clean work site. A valid driver’s license and a DOT physical are required, with opportunities for training and career growth at Miller

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Current DOT physical.
• At least one month related experience and/or training.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Hold and position pipe to assist in layout.
• Place and move blocking, braces, and jigs to hold parts.
• Hammer wedges and drift pins, and turn turnbuckles.
• Pull pry bars to align parts.
• Grind or chip rough edges, surplus weld, or scale.
• Transport and furnish welder with materials, tools, and supplies.
• Clean work area, machines, tools, and equipment.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Current DOT physical

Job description

Do you want to help make a difference in building America's infrastructure?

Since 1953, Miller Pipeline has been a leader in building and maintaining America's infrastructure as a premier underground pipeline construction and repair contractor. Our workforce is made up of highly trained and skilled employees totaling over 5,000 with office locations in 23 states. While continually investing in gas infrastructure programs, Miller Pipeline's revenues have continued to grow year over year.

Thinking about joining our team and building a career here? There is no better time than now!

At Miller Pipeline you will gain:

• Growth opportunities for career advancement (Grow Here at Miller Pipeline)
• Competitive wages and industry-leading benefits
• A team-oriented atmosphere centered around our core values of Safety, Quality, Commitment, and Reputation (Our Core Values)
• On-the-job work and safety training
• Employee recognition programs, Employee Care Fund, and more (also see Annual Company Picnics)
• Take a look at our field work by watching the Day In The Life video.

We are searching for qualified Welder's Helpers to assist welder with positioning, aligning, and fitting together pipelines for natural gas distribution.

Main Responsibilities:

• Hold and position pipe to assist in layout.
• Place and move blocking, braces, and jigs to hold parts.
• Hammer wedges and drift pins, and turn turnbuckles.
• Pull pry bars to align parts.
• Grind or chip rough edges, surplus weld, or scale.
• Transport and furnish welder with materials, tools, and supplies.
• Clean work area, machines, tools, and equipment.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license.
• Current DOT physical
• At least one month related experience and/or training. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's degree or trade school certificate in related field.
• Commercial driver's license (CDL).

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