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Pipeliner Trainee

Energy Transfer
Akron, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 8/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/12/2026
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, The American Red Cross, 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, PTO and abundant career opportunities.

Come join our award winning over 12,000 strong organization as we fuel the world and each other!

Summary

The Pipeliner can work independently to repair and maintain all pipelines and appurtenances and performs work incidental to the daily operation and maintenance of pump stations and delivery facilities and is the primary responder to all one calls, normal and emergency, in the designated area. Responsible for right-of-way maintenance including line-marking as needed.

This role has an entry pay rate of $28.96 per hour.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The essential job duties for this position are listed below:

  • Performs duties related to general pipeline construction and maintenance such as, but not limited to digging ditches, clearing right-of-way, coating pipe, building and repairing fences.
  • Work also involves running scrapers, operating small portable pumps and repairing pipeline leaks. This position also installs right-of-way signs and markers and provides inspection of contract employees performing maintenance activities.
  • Does general maintenance of station grounds such as mowing, trimming, and cutting weeds. Loads and unloads heavy materials related to pipeline equipment.
  • Operates Company vehicles up to 10,000 GVW such as trucks and tractors. Also uses pipe saws, hot-tap machines etc. as directed. Cleans office and shop facilities.
  • Interfaces with landowners, reads maps, locates lines and performs one calls.
  • Responsible for helping maintain safe and healthful working conditions by exercising sound judgment and complying with safety regulations and standards.
  • Performs relief gauging and tank inspection requiring working at heights up to 50 feet above ground level.
  • As directed, relieves in all higher-rated hourly classifications where qualified normally within that respective work area. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor

Special Considerations

  • Must reside within 45 miles of reporting location. The described job duties are a framework in which work will be assigned. This description is not inclusive of all responsibilities or job assignments. This position will require extended off-hour duties at times.

Requirements

Required Skills (External)

Education And/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements for this position are listed below:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Minimum 1 year service as a Pipeliner or five years relevant industry experience.
  • Must be able to work overtime as assigned and respond to emergency response activities as needed.
  • Must be self-reliant, dependable, and able to maintain harmonious working relations with co-workers.
  • Must write legibly, maintain neat appearance, be accurate in math, and maintain a good safety attitude and record.
  • The ability to work outdoors in extreme weather and perform heavy physical labor in a safe manner.
  • Must be able to perform heavy physical work, and perform duties in a safe and efficient manner.
  • A good knowledge of a variety of hand and power tools and operate with them in a safe manner.
  • Must have a valid driver's license in the state of residence to operate various classes of equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Commercial Drivers' License preferred but not required

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

  • Lifting up to 50 lbs. occasionally
  • Driving, walking, and standing frequently
  • Exposure to adverse weather, cramped conditions and some heavy lifting
  • Visits to industrial/manufacturing settings, which may include exposure to various materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment
  • Occasional overnight travel may be required

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