Job Description

Overview

The Pipeline Mechanic / Construction Mechanic performs tasks related to the construction, maintenance, repair, and rebuilding of pipeline systems and mechanized diesel and gas equipment under the supervision of the Regional Fleet Manager.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise and provide safety leadership to lower-level mechanics on a project basis.
  • Train and instruct personnel on complex heavy equipment, automotive, and pipeline-related projects.
  • Troubleshoot and analyze malfunctions using technical and computerized testing equipment.
  • Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on vehicles, heavy equipment, and pipeline construction equipment.
  • Conduct emergency field repairs and perform welding, braising, soldering, and fabrication.
  • Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems, components, accessories, and communication equipment.
  • Conduct inspections, maintain service schedules, complete work orders, and document maintenance activities.
  • Operate construction and heavy equipment to assist in pipeline installation, repair, or relocation of machinery.
  • Ensure safety compliance with industry standards, company policies, and applicable laws and regulations.
  • Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and other personnel to support pipeline projects.

Requirements

  • Extensive knowledge of mechanical and electrical equipment, including gasoline and diesel engines.
  • Skilled in welding, mechanical diagnostics, and equipment repair.
  • Ability to read and interpret service manuals and technical documentation.
  • Effective leadership, training, and communication skills.
  • ASE certification desirable; Class 'A' CDL preferred but not required.
  • Must be a journey-level mechanic with relevant experience in pipeline or construction maintenance.

Additional Information

  • Comply with Strike’s policies, procedures, and Drug & Alcohol Policy.
  • Must be eligible to work in the United States.

How this job compares in Baytown, TX

Pay in context

This employer didn't publish a rate. For reference, welding jobs across Texas currently run a median of $28/hr in our index, with the middle half of them falling between $23–$35/hr across 467 postings with published pay. That median is a reasonable floor to anchor on when a recruiter asks what you're looking for.

The local market in Baytown, TX

We're tracking 62 other active welding openings in Baytown, TX right now, from 26 different employers. 19 of them were added in the last week. Across Texas as a whole we're tracking 1,339 other active welding openings from 720 employers. A metro this active generally means you have real leverage — employers here are competing for the same welders. Browse every welding job in Baytown, or widen the search to Texas.

The most active employers in Texas at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are Welding Shop in Houston, TX (27), Zachry Group (22), and Austin Industries (16). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

Within Texas, the best-paying metros we track by median hourly rate are Pasadena at $40/hr, Arlington at $39/hr, and Midlothian at $38/hr. If you can relocate or commute, that spread is worth factoring in.

Similar openings near Baytown, TX

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