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Underground ConstructionUtility Pipe Welder
Job Location:
Job Location:
Cleveland, TN - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 27 - 33
Hourly Salary:
Posted:
1 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
29 August 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Who We Are
Cleveland Thermal has been keeping downtown Cleveland warm since 1894 and cool since 1993. As one of the few district energy systems of its kind in the U.S. we supply steam heat and chilled water to residential commercial government and institutional customers across the city. Its infrastructure that most people never see but depend upon.
Were part of Corix which delivers reliable and sustainable energy solutions to communities across North America.
About the Opportunity
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. Youll 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.
Youll spend about 95% of your time outdoors. Physical hands-on work is the core of the job.
What Youll Do
What Were Looking For
Were not looking for a full-time shop welder this role is broader than that. Were looking for a capable curious hands-on person who has some welding or pipefitting exposure and is excited to keep building their skills in a field setting.
Schedule & Availability
This is a critical infrastructure role our systems run 24/7 and so does our team on a rotating basis. There will be times when you are asked to work outside regular hours including call-outs overtime weekends and holidays. When you do youll be compensated accordingly.
Growth & Development
We invest in our people. If you come in with foundational skills and a willingness to learn we support your development including opportunities to pursue certifications and expand into new technical areas over time.
The anticipated pay range for this position is $27-$33 per hour based on relevant experience and qualifications. This position is eligible for overtime.
Cleveland Thermal has been keeping downtown Cleveland warm since 1894 and cool since 1993. As one of the few district energy systems of its kind in the U.S. we supply steam heat and chilled water to residential commercial government and institutional customers across the city. Its infrastructure that most people never see but depend upon.
Were part of Corix which delivers reliable and sustainable energy solutions to communities across North America.
About the Opportunity
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. Youll 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.
Youll spend about 95% of your time outdoors. Physical hands-on work is the core of the job.
What Youll Do
- 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
What Were Looking For
Were not looking for a full-time shop welder this role is broader than that. Were looking for a capable curious hands-on person who has some welding or pipefitting exposure and is excited to keep building their skills in a field setting.
- High school diploma GED or equivalent
- Mechanical aptitude and some construction or field experience youre comfortable working with your hands and figuring things out
- Preferred: 3 years in underground utility construction
- Some experience or exposure in at least one of the following (well 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
- Valid Ohio drivers 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
Schedule & Availability
This is a critical infrastructure role our systems run 24/7 and so does our team on a rotating basis. There will be times when you are asked to work outside regular hours including call-outs overtime weekends and holidays. When you do youll be compensated accordingly.
Growth & Development
We invest in our people. If you come in with foundational skills and a willingness to learn we support your development including opportunities to pursue certifications and expand into new technical areas over time.
The anticipated pay range for this position is $27-$33 per hour based on relevant experience and qualifications. This position is eligible for overtime.
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