MEET MY PIPELINE WELDER HELPER

[@Tannertraversed]

God bless ya Sam. Thanks for the hard work y’all put out everyday and the sacrifices you make to keep your family a float. Without men like you this country wouldn’t be where it is today. Thanks boys. Stay safe out there.

[@navadaneuens752]

Wisconsin boys lets goo!!! We need a follow up video on him o see where hes at now

[@menterloak9515]

I been welders helper / Craftsman.. Almost perfection on both but welders helper to be with a humble/respectful welder makes u wanna open to be a welder.. smash All day everyday..pipeline life 4 life

[@JaredBeaucage]

Heavy equipment operator from Ontario Canada, 25 years old and Ive been operating machinery for 7 years and live on the road but I can relate, you think u kno but ur always learning, I run a hoe and dozer/grader

[@hsmith3844]

Sam you seem like good people.

[@jonskinner9812]

What kindof horror stories come from having a camper? Just curious as I would choose camper over a hotel. Thanks love the videos sir

[@avabyfield5492]

Nice to hear those information Sam.. I am a female and thinking of going into welding in general.. I am 43 hope I am not too old

[@anthonyla3104]

Theres a good helper lucked out Austin. Great vidja Thanks for uploading.

[@arosswelding]

AnthonyLA 310 Yes he is.

[@fernandocontreras5815]

Can you do some welding vids

[@michaelvaldez4629]

Hey how’s it going Austin I am a big fan of your videos. I am actually a helper right now out in UT. I was wondering if you could do a video on the pros and cons of buying a single cab or a regular cab truck.

[@arosswelding]

Michael Valdez I will put it on my list. Thanks

[@iamj-fic8432]

Haha my wife’s last names is Ross. Up here in Canada Alberta. God bless brother

[@Ironman-el5lr]

How long do you think someone should be a helper before they break out on their own?

[@arosswelding]

Ironman 99 Just depends on an individuals situation. Everybody learns a lil dif. I’d say 4-8 years depending on welding experience and ambition.

[@Ironman-el5lr]

Thanks for the response. I'm already welding pipe in the power plant and petrochemical industry. Would you advise me becoming a helper before I make the jump to pipeline?

[@ianswartz2741]

I guess acing the 'g' weld tests would be a good start

[@arosswelding]

definitely wouldn't hurt you at all. it would get your network started in the pipeline field. but if you get the opportunity to take a test on a pipeline and you felt like it was a good option at the time you could do that also.

[@m6ndohernandez339]

My buddy broke out in 6 months

[@eddiebutler3194]

I got out of the pipeline gig when my oldest was born as a kid of a pipeliner my dad mist most of my football games and a lot of me growing up I did not want that for my kids much respect for the pipeline community and their families

[@arosswelding]

Respect. I understand totally. I’ve met others that have the same experiences. This is one of the reasons I’m so passionate about compensation when it comes to to pipeline work. Family make huge sacrifices when doing this type of work. I respect you for doing what is best for you and your family. Thank you for sharing.

[@eddiebutler3194]

Austin Ross but keep up the good videos I am living the life threw your videos now

[@aaronbankston6060]

Austin Ross I’m going to try to get on a pipeline in the future and I’m a person who doesn’t like to stay away from home how’s a way that u recommend that will help me not get home sick while I’m traveling to job to job

[@redrobbo1896]

I'm from Quarryville, Pa, southern Lancaster County. Were you guys close to there at all?

[@herbertherbomoore415]

Do you have to be a welder's helper to strike out as a rig welder, or can you just buy everything and then strike out as a laborhand?

[@christopherstoltzfoos802]

What area are you working in right now? Close to philly caught my attention

[@enjoythesilence169]

I noticed the Facebook link didn't work. Is there another group somewhere?

[@christophermonterrubio1463]

Awesome vid man. Very educational. Keep them coming and God bless. Straight from easy texas!

[@arosswelding]

Christopher Monterrubio Thanks for watching!

[@christophermonterrubio1463]

Alright one more question, what's ur go to starch? Having a ruff time finding a good one?

[@arosswelding]

i just buy that stay flow from walmart. it works real good

[@enjoythesilence169]

Hi, I'm Nick. 35. Future welder helper here. I got offered a job on a pipeline after I finish my welding courses, which classes start later this month. I have 2 years high school experience back in the day. Anyways, just stopping by to say Hi and watching videos on tips for welder helpers

[@chrisshank7153]

What part of pa are u guys in.

[@jaredhedt9132]

The link isn’t working to the Facebook group

[@dustintilden2691]

Do you have any advice for someone who has never welded before and wants to become a welder but doesn't have the funds for school?

[@arosswelding]

Scooter Dex I would say try finding some kind of construction job that might involve some welding from time to time. Putting up metal buildings. Pipe fence. A shop job that involves welding. Just surround yourself with potential opportunities to weld.

[@dustintilden2691]

Austin Ross thank you for the advice. I appreciate all the lessons your channel has.

[@markfryer9880]

If you want something bad enough then you will find a way to get the $$$$ you need. Make your lunch instead of buying it, same goes for all those take away coffee and food.

[@dustintilden2691]

Mark Fryer I am about to start vocational school in the fall. I started budgeting and found that I will have to funds for school. I really want to weld and Austin talks about having a passion for the job and working hard for it.

[@brycekurek2357]

What company do I apply to, to become a welder helper?

[@carter4run]

Hey Austin, have you done any hot cuts? How do you feel about doing them? Any scares?

[@arosswelding]

Carter 86 I have never done any actual live tie ins. But know several people who have. It is very good work to know how to do because it will be there when new construction slows down. But i would def recommend trusting the people and company you are working for when doing this type of work. From what I’ve heard its not too bad scary wise but in just a fast second anything could go wrong. Not worth the higher risk, and from what I’ve heard doesn’t even pay any better than new construction, but can be more steady work. Long term.

[@carter4run]

Austin Ross I have worked in a new compressor station for almost 4yrs now and have just watched like 3 hot cuts and since watching you I haven’t seen any of those but have seen you do ROW work. I think as long as it’s 100% natural gas on the inside of the line and no O2 gets inside then the hot cut goes as planned. I am on the automation/electrical side of these compressor stations but learning about pipeline work and the gas business is all new to me and very interesting. Thanks for the reply!

[@raymondgreenhaw3953]

I've caught pipe on fire b4 😆 no problem of course I'm certified in petroleum

[@backwoodsbarbie6375]

Don’t be hating on colorado! lol I mean Denver sucks but get 20 miles away it’s awesome!

[@getlowbullieseric]

So you are now union? If so I’m happy for you! Don’t buy a book then leave to the other side though!

[@arosswelding]

Eric Dominguez Yes i am.

[@getlowbullieseric]

Austin Ross that’s fantastic brother! Glad to have you 👊🏽

[@HiddenUsername1]

Eric Dominguez what’s wrong with the other side

[@nickcorkery7663]

that's awesome man. I am local 7 Albany, NY fitter/welder. working on setting up an official rig so I can hit the road. how difficult was it for you to get your book?

[@whoknows3347]

how long have yall worked together....and does he work for u and u pay him

[@arosswelding]

Larry Walton Around 3 months now. And no I do not pay him. He get paid by the contractor just like I do.

[@Cynical1800]

@@arosswelding What does he gross annually? What rate is he paid by contractor?

[@Cynical1800]

@@arosswelding Was he assigned to you or did you bring him to the site?

[@kevinvallee9049]

Great video

[@arosswelding]

Kevin Vallee Thanks. And thanks for watching.

[@menterloak9515]

Resect 2 both of y'all.

[@osbaldohernandez9174]

8 years of helping or actually welding

[@JEREMIELEE]

👌👍

[@marksweldingmech.srvcs.9881]

guess it pays to have connections

[@davesmith1574]

Mark's Welding & Mech. Srvcs. , Yep. 👍

[@arosswelding]

yes it does. i struggled with getting into pipeline work myself. before i ever pipelined i worked at a shop for 3 years running a mig gun. then worked on driving rigs for several months. worked for myself for a bit. slowly but surely one thing led to another. it takes a lot of drive and determination. submerging yourself into the general type of work, networking, asking questions. hustle, all this is what it takes to get in without an in.

[@arosswelding]

*drilling rigs

[@tobymartin3416]

Late to the party but hes not far from my hometown!!!

[@Cat-lo7hl]

I have jobs for you in central tx. Insurance plus a retirement and good wages.

[@picklerick7265]

Cat1234 never ran across another central Texan on KZbin before.

[@Cat-lo7hl]

Great place to find good fishing holes along the coast! Plus a welder and a fitter every once in a while! lol

[@flombomb2191]

Holy shit I'm from green at as well

[@Cat-lo7hl]

40.00 dollars and hour and you do not supply a rig. Single arm only!

[@herbertherbomoore415]

Do you have to be a welder's helper to strike out as a rig welder, or can you just buy everything and then strike out as a labor hand?