Welding Helper: Path to Skilled Welder (Travel)

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

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.