Underground Construction/Utility Pipe Welder

Corix•Cleveland, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a field role for someone who likes variety, takes pride in hands-on work, and wants to be part of a small, skilled crew doing something genuinely unique. You'll be working on underground steam and chilled water infrastructure beneath a major city — troubleshooting problems, making repairs, operating equipment, and keeping critical systems running year-round. No two days look the same. You might spend a morning diagnosing an issue in a manhole, an afternoon running equipment on a construction site, and your next shift doing pipework. If that kind of variety appeals to you, this role is a good fit. You'll spend about 95% of your time outdoors. Physical, hands-on work is the core of the job.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
Mechanical aptitude and some construction or field experience — you're comfortable working with your hands and figuring things out
Valid Ohio driver's license; ability to operate manual transmission vehicles
Strong communication skills — you can stay clear-headed and communicate well under pressure
Reliable and safety-conscious; you spot hazards and take them seriously
Team-oriented and comfortable taking direction as well as stepping up when needed

Nice To Haves

3+ years in underground utility construction
Some experience or exposure in at least one of the following (we'll help you grow in the others): Welding / pipefitting — hands-on experience with pipe welding or fitting; 6G certification is a plus, but not required
Heavy equipment — comfortable operating construction equipment
HVAC / mechanical systems — familiarity with threaded pipe, valves, steam traps, or similar

Responsibilities

Maintain and repair underground steam and chilled water distribution piping networks
Inspect, repair, and document underground manholes and components
Troubleshoot distribution and HVAC systems, including valves, steam traps, and pressure-reducing valves
Set up job sites and work alongside crew members on underground excavation and utility repairs
Operate heavy equipment, blowers, pumps, air compressors, and jack hammers
Respond to emergency call-outs in a calm, professional manner
Report leaks, damaged infrastructure, or any safety concerns promptly
Provide daily reports, vehicle inspections, confined space entries, and manhole logs to the Energy Infrastructure Manager
Step into the Energy Infrastructure Lead role when directed
Maintain a clean, safe work environment across vehicles, the shop, and job sites
Follow all company safety policies and procedures — always