B you hit it on the head!tHAT'S WHAT i'M TRYING TO TEACH THIS NEW GENERATION OF LAZY ASSES...Just shut up and work! show me what you can do don't tell me///I dont wanna hear it!!!
@@FrostyA113 9 years military, SAS selection, overseas ex's. 3 Years semi-pro boxing, fights in front of hundreds of people, 14 years in construction as a foreman and management. Been to 25 countries, Lived in Nz and US. Athlete for 10 years. Not bad for how young I still am I see these guys in the industry all the time, they are my dads age. Trust me they spent all there time at the pub or blowing there money on crap. My dads brother who was his business partner who was making 10k a week now at 65 has nothing really to show for it. We get them onsite and they are very knowledgeable and skillful but they been in it for too long and have never tried to grow in there careers or as a person. Each to there own!
@@danch10 ah yes, shitting on people for doing what they love. Just because this dude didn't do what you think is the best doesn't mean that he's worth any less.
Truth be told mr Andy has probably forgotten more than most of us know. I could sit down all day and listen to him talk about his past will be missing mr.Andy
as a laborer on the pipeline i can agree with him....are job may suck but everyday when im on a job im just amazed and happy by the sight of pipe and what i see
That’s a blessing. Andy seems like he’s a great guy. To be doing that for 57 years. That’s just so amazing. That’s what keeps him going. Andy is true goals for myself
I worked with a couple of pipeline welders several years ago, ol boys were from Texas, and they were some of the best, hard working guys I worked with.
Awesome. Just left job setin in with Jimmy Dodd carrying the line. 53 years in 798. Oldest workin journeyman on the row. The stories and just the privilege to be near him is everything
Nice to see the old guys still working. So many people nowadays want to retire young and "go enjoy the rest of their lives while they still can". Or so they say. Andy is out there showing the working man how it's done and still enjoying his life. He's the type of man that helped build this great country that we live in today. There are some younger guys coming up that have the same passion as Andy but they are hard to find these days.
This has been one of my favorite videos that you have done. It's always nice to hear and so the older guys out working and sharing their experiences. Great video Austin!
I'm two years younger then Andy and still working myself and love it! But I have to say, I don't know of anyone that has worked that many years in the same trade and still going. How Awesome is that! What and Hornor and a Privilege it must be for you Austin and all who worked around and with him. Right place at the right time. You Lucky Dog Austin!!!! Keep up the great work Austin, you're a go getter. Watch out you and Andy might wear the same size shoes! Ha ha! Many thanks!
I'm 24 and I only have two years of field work, I did go to a trade/technical school for welding/structural and it was the best decision I ever made and what I mean by field work is, just factory welding. super easy, but pipe line welding is my dream and I hope one day I can do it, this work looks amazing/challenging ✌🏻🙋🏻♂️
Never miss a chance to get to know the "old Cat" still out there workin', you'll always learn something and definitely get valuable perspective on life.
I’m a welding student and love watching your videos because one day I dream to do what you do keep it up Ross !!! Your videos keep me motivated and hungry !
This was very interesting for me. My father was a Fitter welder, he worked all over the western US on many pipelines, away from home weeks at a time. Dad tried to teach me how t I weld one time, it was a complete disaster for him, I quickly lost interest, and regretted doing so. But, later in life I chose to give it one more try. It didn't take me long to fall in love with welding and understand my father's passion. Dad plied his trade from Local 250 in Southern CA. Me, I enjoyed a short career in carpentry and finished as a Bricklayer, loving both trades. Dad always stressed the importance of being in a trade union, this I did for ninety percent of my time in construction, thank you Dad, miss you.
This is the closest I'll get to the pipeline. I had a chance at The Steamfitters Union but was already in welding (trade) school. I love your channel. From one tradesman to another thanks for sharing and teaching.
The knowledge Andy has can't be captured all at once. Hopefully you'll see him again soon. Glad that dude had the 1 new tire. Lol. Didn't think yall were going to the top. Good video, great people.
Austin....Great job Brother!I Absolutely Love they Andy Videos!!!He is a dying breed and we need to soak up all that they have to share with us...younuns..lol I'm 51 this year and it was a bunch of Andy's that made me the Welder /Christian/Man/Husband /Father that I am today!! I Love and appreciate all of the Andy Hess's out their working hard and teaching the new generation that hard work is very very Rewarding!!!God Bless Andy Hess His Family and God Bless you Austin for the Great Content..
Worked with him on 2 jobs, I'm a boom hand that likes to weld and he's one of the best I've ever seen in the short 10 years I've been pipelining. Hope he's doing well.
What a great privilege to be welding with Andy. The experience he has is invaluable! He sure looks solid as a rock when he was laying down that bead. I was on my 7th year in the Army on 9-11 in a master javelin class.
Hi Ross, definitety the best vídeo I ever watched , I’m from Brasil and I’m a welder with 41 years of experience, this man inspired me to work for a another 15.
Great video.Being a welder , that vid gave me a real boost. The world needs more guys like Andy and his great attitude to lead the next generation forward.
Reminds me of the time I worked with a 63 year old Cajun pipeliner. He didn’t give a shit about nothing. He was a hell of welder too. He also could talk a lot of bullshit and had many funny stories. People like Andy are hard to come buy. Humble dude!
My papa Brew isn't active but he is 60 years in 798.....there's pics from years and years from Alaska to Africa I wish he was in his right mind to hear some stories.... Good video
Its always funny to me how the new guys act. I remember feeling like I had to act a certain way. After awhile you realize that as long as you are respectable to other, work hard, and (very important) can take a joke and a ribbing from the other....well, then it can all be pretty enjoyable. I had been around crews for quite awhile when I realized one evening, after being ribbed on most of the day, that the guys were really just messing with me because they actually liked me, but also because I let them get to me sometimes. With that, here is a quick funny story. The next morning a few of the guys started in, and I just smiled and kept working. A little while later they hit me again....and the same happened. So one of the guys said “hey, whats up with you today, did you decide not get bothered?”....I said “no, not really....I just sold him last night”. A couple of the guys were trying to figure out what the heck I was talking about. Then one said “you sold what”. I said “my goat....so that way you cant find him”. They laughed, and never again did the guys get my goat and aggravate me 😂😂😂
Like that duct tape zipper. My dad did some taylor work with clothes back in the day. We always had good zippers on our coats. He would either fix them or cut them out and put a new one in. He did with clothes what you guys do with pipe. Thanks for the great video!
Awesome awesome videos sir!! I’ve been watching your videos for a few years now and look forward to get into the industry when I get out of the service. Hope I get the opportunity to be a helper for welders like y’all. Once again, Great content!
I was in the Artesia N.M. HALLIBURTON dispatch office prepping to head out to a 2 stage long string cement job on an EXETER drilling rig for POGO when we were all stood in shock of the trade centers being attacked. Sad lonely drive to the field that day. 😒😔😣
Great video, people like Mr Andy are a great Asset, full of knowledge and experience and fun to be around. Daddy always said you don't get old being a fool. Good luck and stay safe.
Andy reminds me a lot of my dad. He’s 70 and retired he first got on the pipeline when he was 15. Broke out weldin when he was 18. Did it his whole life. He’s the man that showed me everything I know. Can never repay him for all he’s done for me. He’s got a lot of stories like old Andy. You wanna get a fire burnin under his ass bring up how much prices have gone up since he started lol.
It sure was fun watching your videos working with Andy, seems like a hell of a nice guy with a wealth of knowledge! Not to mention the stories. Keep up the good work Austin.
I commend you for respecting your elders. The state of our future depends on how well we learn from those who have experience. Too often in today's corporate world the humble tradesman is ignored and disrespected while the new hotshot draws the attention of the uninformed.
At the 10 minute mark I noticed the old timer stick his rod for a second or two before snapping it into an arc. I was thinking if it was a trick or just a fudge up.?? Awsome video!
when JFK was killed i was sitting in a shopping cart in a supermarket my Mom was shopping in. the store manager came on the PA system and said the President had just been shot. my mom picked me up and left the cart loaded with food and everyone left the store to go home and watch the news. i remember the horse drawn caisson carrying the flag draped casket. it's one of my earliest memories i was 3 yrs 1 month old.
I was working in Northern NJ on 9/11. We saw smoke off in the distance coming from that direction, then the supt said that the World Trade Center had been hit by planes and was on fire.
I've had the pleasure to weld with a older rig welder named Red Laman. He was 73yrs old at the time and that was back in 14.nice guy and full of info.on a side note,my remote burned up while we was on a job togeather and it was our last day.so he had a extra one on his truck.he let me have it and he told me to bring him some catfish. he was wanting some and he knew i had a frezzer full.I'll never forget it.i drove two hrs to his house to deliver that catfish and to shoot the shit about how the hogs was tearing up his yard.he since passed away.
how taxing is it on the body? I'm very interested in this career path. Saying this as I woke up with a slight back paint from doing "office"/school work and I know pipeline isn't lofty by anymeans but it looks enjoyable to an extent.
I’m almost sure I almost saw an emotional response from Andy. Hahaha. That’s a man’s man!!! I know Andy doesn’t want to quit anything. Thank you for documenting these events.
Hey man i have wanted to weld for several years now and im a junior in high school but i have been going back and forth on becoming a Pipefitter vs pipeline welder what are your ideas on it. Also cant wait for you to start a podcast that sounds awesome. Lovin the videos hope you and your wife and family are doing great!
I don't know if you will get to read this. Was wondering if you have ever met William Coker. He is froml Alabama. Got to meet him and his family when he worked on the Ruby Ridge Pipeline. As it came through Lakeview Oregon.
As a 70 year-old, retired union pipe welder I can answer that question... NO! Pipe welding never gets old, welders do.
That's a fact!
Pat Obien if you don't mind brother just curious what Local Union you from? Asking with all respect.
What dedication to welding, Andy is a national treasure. Much Respect to all the old timers ✌️😎👍
57 years of welding pipe and two words to some it up "Just Work "
B you hit it on the head!tHAT'S WHAT i'M TRYING TO TEACH THIS NEW GENERATION OF LAZY ASSES...Just shut up and work! show me what you can do don't tell me///I dont wanna hear it!!!
@@danch10 and what have you done with your life?
@@FrostyA113 9 years military, SAS selection, overseas ex's. 3 Years semi-pro boxing, fights in front of hundreds of people, 14 years in construction as a foreman and management. Been to 25 countries, Lived in Nz and US. Athlete for 10 years. Not bad for how young I still am
I see these guys in the industry all the time, they are my dads age. Trust me they spent all there time at the pub or blowing there money on crap. My dads brother who was his business partner who was making 10k a week now at 65 has nothing really to show for it.
We get them onsite and they are very knowledgeable and skillful but they been in it for too long and have never tried to grow in there careers or as a person. Each to there own!
DanHambo Good for you but shit if ur happy doing what you do might as well lol
@@danch10 ah yes, shitting on people for doing what they love. Just because this dude didn't do what you think is the best doesn't mean that he's worth any less.
What a great soul.
He’s retiring going to collect his monthly check and do something in his free time
Truth be told mr Andy has probably forgotten more than most of us know. I could sit down all day and listen to him talk about his past will be missing mr.Andy
Great Andy!!!! He the man
Andy is a angle welding for you all!!! Get all sucked up
Rip andy
Them boys are havin the time of their lives 🙂
as a laborer on the pipeline i can agree with him....are job may suck but everyday when im on a job im just amazed and happy by the sight of pipe and what i see
That’s a blessing. Andy seems like he’s a great guy. To be doing that for 57 years. That’s just so amazing. That’s what keeps him going. Andy is true goals for myself
I worked with a couple of pipeline welders several years ago, ol boys were from Texas, and they were some of the best, hard working guys I worked with.
Awesome. Just left job setin in with Jimmy Dodd carrying the line. 53 years in 798. Oldest workin journeyman on the row. The stories and just the privilege to be near him is everything
Nice to see the old guys still working. So many people nowadays want to retire young and "go enjoy the rest of their lives while they still can". Or so they say. Andy is out there showing the working man how it's done and still enjoying his life. He's the type of man that helped build this great country that we live in today. There are some younger guys coming up that have the same passion as Andy but they are hard to find these days.
Make more like this video Austin, this was a very soothing video and the vibe is jive
This has been one of my favorite videos that you have done. It's always nice to hear and so the older guys out working and sharing their experiences. Great video Austin!
Every young man needs to have worked and learn from a man like this! I really enjoyed the video and I hope you and Andy get to work together again!
That’s awesome mate, appreciate you sharing it all! A podcast would be wicked bro I love chatting to old boys about work.
I'm two years younger then Andy and still working myself and love it! But I have to say, I don't know of anyone that has worked that many years in the same trade and still going. How Awesome is that! What and Hornor and a Privilege it must be for you Austin and all who worked around and with him. Right place at the right time. You Lucky Dog Austin!!!! Keep up the great work Austin, you're a go getter. Watch out you and Andy might wear the same size shoes! Ha ha! Many thanks!
I love how both jackets that we see Andy wearing are sporting duct tape
Almost all my welding attire has some form of duct tape on it lol I use things till they literally fall off
@@Iwontreadyourreply My jackets taped up too lol. And I've only been welding for about two months or so.
@@Iwontreadyourreply shit I don’t even weld and at least half of all my jackets got duck tape on em
I'm 24 and I only have two years of field work, I did go to a trade/technical school for welding/structural and it was the best decision I ever made and what I mean by field work is, just factory welding. super easy, but pipe line welding is my dream and I hope one day I can do it, this work looks amazing/challenging ✌🏻🙋🏻♂️
It's alot easier than it looks. Good luck 👍
Never miss a chance to get to know the "old Cat" still out there workin', you'll always learn something and definitely get valuable perspective on life.
9-11-2001; WE WERE AT THE "HELI-PORT," FOURCHON, LA. WAITING TO BOARD, TO DO A "PIPE-WELDING JOB," OFF-SHORE.
What a gift!
It’s very nice to see you so appreciative of having a peer and friend like him, Austin. 🙏🏼
🇨🇦 👨🏻🏭 🇺🇸
This RUclips channel is truly UNIQUE. One of a kind 💯👀👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
I’m a welding student and love watching your videos because one day I dream to do what you do keep it up Ross !!! Your videos keep me motivated and hungry !
Mr.Andy’s a good man. People like him make the job better. 👍✊
This was very interesting for me. My father was a
Fitter welder, he worked all over the western US on many pipelines, away from home weeks at a time. Dad tried to teach me how t I weld one time, it was a complete disaster for him, I quickly lost interest, and regretted doing so. But, later in life I chose to give it one more try. It didn't take me long to fall in love with welding and understand my father's passion. Dad plied his trade from Local 250 in Southern CA. Me, I enjoyed a short career in carpentry and finished as a Bricklayer, loving both trades. Dad always stressed the importance of being in a trade union, this I did for ninety percent of my time in construction, thank you Dad, miss you.
This is the closest I'll get to the pipeline. I had a chance at The Steamfitters Union but was already in welding (trade) school. I love your channel. From one tradesman to another thanks for sharing and teaching.
You bet. Thank you for watching.
The knowledge Andy has can't be captured all at once. Hopefully you'll see him again soon. Glad that dude had the 1 new tire. Lol. Didn't think yall were going to the top. Good video, great people.
Austin....Great job Brother!I Absolutely Love they Andy Videos!!!He is a dying breed and we need to soak up all that they have to share with us...younuns..lol I'm 51 this year and it was a bunch of Andy's that made me the Welder /Christian/Man/Husband /Father that I am today!! I Love and appreciate all of the Andy Hess's out their working hard and teaching the new generation that hard work is very very Rewarding!!!God Bless Andy Hess His Family and God Bless you Austin for the Great Content..
Poor guy, hopefully he can Wildcat on side or something.
Worked with him on 2 jobs, I'm a boom hand that likes to weld and he's one of the best I've ever seen in the short 10 years I've been pipelining. Hope he's doing well.
can you give me some advice brother
9/11/2001 - I just walked out of the gas chamber while in Boot Camp. That started my Marine Corps Career. GET SOME!!!
Thank you for your service
Thank you so much for your service. God Bless you
What a great privilege to be welding with Andy. The experience he has is invaluable! He sure looks solid as a rock when he was laying down that bead. I was on my 7th year in the Army on 9-11 in a master javelin class.
Thanks you pipelines' you all are greatly appreciated god bless you all.
Austin I love your videos I myself have been welding for50 years keep up the good work I am 73 I love your videos
Hi Ross, definitety the best vídeo I ever watched , I’m from Brasil and I’m a welder with 41 years of experience, this man inspired me to work for a another 15.
Haha that’s awesome! I’m glad you enjoyed it! I enjoy meeting older welders and hearing their stories.
Great video.Being a welder , that vid gave me a real boost. The world needs more guys like Andy and his great attitude to lead the next generation forward.
Is the next generation not as good attitude, happy, or work ethicly?
@@ryanb1874 most that I've worked with are good yes . Want to learn and not afraid to ask for help or advice when needed .
Reminds me of the time I worked with a 63 year old Cajun pipeliner. He didn’t give a shit about nothing. He was a hell of welder too. He also could talk a lot of bullshit and had many funny stories. People like Andy are hard to come buy. Humble dude!
Ha ha I love it. You’re right they are hard to come by nowadays
Thanks Austin so much for bringing this to us. Andy is truly a legend !
My papa Brew isn't active but he is 60 years in 798.....there's pics from years and years from Alaska to Africa I wish he was in his right mind to hear some stories.... Good video
Welding is an ART, and WELDERS are ARTIST!!!
bamnibaum yea because apparently we draw everything 😂😂
Lol been welding since 86 and still live for it every day. Its an amazing life if you like adventure.
Its always funny to me how the new guys act. I remember feeling like I had to act a certain way. After awhile you realize that as long as you are respectable to other, work hard, and (very important) can take a joke and a ribbing from the other....well, then it can all be pretty enjoyable. I had been around crews for quite awhile when I realized one evening, after being ribbed on most of the day, that the guys were really just messing with me because they actually liked me, but also because I let them get to me sometimes.
With that, here is a quick funny story. The next morning a few of the guys started in, and I just smiled and kept working. A little while later they hit me again....and the same happened. So one of the guys said “hey, whats up with you today, did you decide not get bothered?”....I said “no, not really....I just sold him last night”. A couple of the guys were trying to figure out what the heck I was talking about. Then one said “you sold what”. I said “my goat....so that way you cant find him”. They laughed, and never again did the guys get my goat and aggravate me 😂😂😂
ANDY, ALL THE RESPECT, AND GOOD LUCK IN RETIREMENT! THE WORLD NEEDS MORE LIKE YOU!!!!!
Man, I was raised in Carthage Texas. That’s crazy seeing someone from my hometown
Hey Austin have u been able to stay in touch with Andy after working with him. Andy is a true legend 👍👍👍👍👍
Nothing better then an old welders humor😂😂
Like that duct tape zipper. My dad did some taylor work with clothes back in the day. We always had good zippers on our coats. He would either fix them or cut them out and put a new one in. He did with clothes what you guys do with pipe. Thanks for the great video!
Before I retired I was a welder out of pipefitters local union 725 , I really enjoyed welding.
Like to hear Andy on a podcast. 9/11 I was in college, on my way to class heard it on radio.
Awesome awesome videos sir!! I’ve been watching your videos for a few years now and look forward to get into the industry when I get out of the service. Hope I get the opportunity to be a helper for welders like y’all. Once again, Great content!
I was in the Artesia N.M. HALLIBURTON dispatch office prepping to head out to a 2 stage long string cement job on an EXETER drilling rig for POGO when we were all stood in shock of the trade centers being attacked. Sad lonely drive to the field that day. 😒😔😣
Those guys don't let them go like this,they have a lot to say.God bless.
Great video, people like Mr Andy are a great Asset, full of knowledge and experience and fun to be around. Daddy always said you don't get old being a fool. Good luck and stay safe.
That’s right! 👌😎
Good luck with your podcast, don't wait for it, do it, it is great to listen to you, you got talent.
Hey Austin:I wish you were in MA, so I could maybe work with you. I like your easy-going manner and explanation of the parts of welding on a pipeline.
You men are solid, Good people.
Thank you👊🏽
These are the things I look forward too. Knowledge, friendship, and hard work buddy!
I love welding with my everlast welder. I think the thing I could go without is having to work through bad weather.
Great video. Good camera work, sound, and editing. You told a great story. Subscribed.
This is the video that really cemented that after school I wanna chase the pipe
13:10 . Answer to the title.👍
Mr. Austin great video and Mr. Andy seems like a very humble and Very knowledgeable old timer this video had me emotional love it
You were lucky top work with a fine man like that. I wish him well and you Mr Austin Ross Esquire!
Mr. Andy is what I wanted to be when I was a kid, at about 8 minutes in that old redface picking up makes me happy.
It would be a awesome experience to sit down and listen to Andy’s stories
This dude is a good person you can tell
Man I really liked that Andy guy.
I am going to vocational school in 4 days and i will be learning welding
Planning on moving to canada after i heard its a good country for welders
Andy reminds me a lot of my dad. He’s 70 and retired he first got on the pipeline when he was 15. Broke out weldin when he was 18. Did it his whole life. He’s the man that showed me everything I know. Can never repay him for all he’s done for me. He’s got a lot of stories like old Andy. You wanna get a fire burnin under his ass bring up how much prices have gone up since he started lol.
It sure was fun watching your videos working with Andy, seems like a hell of a nice guy with a wealth of knowledge! Not to mention the stories. Keep up the good work Austin.
Cool dam guy Mr Aross, good interview!!!!
Love the video. Thanks for sharing. I love hearing from ol timers . Any trade . That’s badass you got to work with Andy.
wow charleston mo, bout 45 mins from where i am now. used to live bout 15 mins from it
Love the video! Thank you!
I commend you for respecting your elders. The state of our future depends on how well we learn from those who have experience. Too often in today's corporate world the humble tradesman is ignored and disrespected while the new hotshot draws the attention of the uninformed.
At the 10 minute mark I noticed the old timer stick his rod for a second or two before snapping it into an arc. I was thinking if it was a trick or just a fudge up.??
Awsome video!
Erik Dickson just a trick he stuck it because he was putting his helmet down
Oil school teaching the new school. I can see you. Where raised to work hard and respect your elders. Keep it up young man.
Love the videos brother! I hope to meet and shake you're hand one day. Nothing but respect for all of you!
That would be a really cool pod cast!
when JFK was killed i was sitting in a shopping cart in a supermarket my Mom was shopping in. the store manager came on the PA system and said the President had just been shot. my mom picked me up and left the cart loaded with food and everyone left the store to go home and watch the news. i remember the horse drawn caisson carrying the flag draped casket. it's one of my earliest memories i was 3 yrs 1 month old.
Andy is awesome!
I was working in Northern NJ on 9/11. We saw smoke off in the distance coming from that direction, then the supt said that the World Trade Center had been hit by planes and was on fire.
Mr austin you represent good for welder in world
I've had the pleasure to weld with a older rig welder named Red Laman. He was 73yrs old at the time and that was back in 14.nice guy and full of info.on a side note,my remote burned up while we was on a job togeather and it was our last day.so he had a extra one on his truck.he let me have it and he told me to bring him some catfish. he was wanting some and he knew i had a frezzer full.I'll never forget it.i drove two hrs to his house to deliver that catfish and to shoot the shit about how the hogs was tearing up his yard.he since passed away.
Awesome vid and edits and filming and trucks and equipment
how taxing is it on the body? I'm very interested in this career path. Saying this as I woke up with a slight back paint from doing "office"/school work and I know pipeline isn't lofty by anymeans but it looks enjoyable to an extent.
19:42 JEEZ that is one heck of an angle grinder....
I’m almost sure I almost saw an emotional response from Andy. Hahaha. That’s a man’s man!!! I know Andy doesn’t want to quit anything. Thank you for documenting these events.
Can you make a video explaining how you got into pipeline and what made you want to start pipeline
I used to work with Josh Johnson in Carthage, Tx. Still do some work with his brother, John!
Life behind the pine curtain
Hey man i have wanted to weld for several years now and im a junior in high school but i have been going back and forth on becoming a Pipefitter vs pipeline welder what are your ideas on it. Also cant wait for you to start a podcast that sounds awesome. Lovin the videos hope you and your wife and family are doing great!
Thanks for showing this....I miss it.
Awesome video. Andy’s a great mentor.
Outstanding!!
Love the generation connection!
Lookin forward to that podcast !!
I like that mans attitude he likes his job still wants to do it most of these younger generation or any of them don’t work and live off the government
I like your videos keep up the good work
So are the guys grinding down the roots etc apprentice pipe liners or just labourers?
I don't know if you will get to read this. Was wondering if you have ever met William Coker. He is froml Alabama. Got to meet him and his family when he worked on the Ruby Ridge Pipeline. As it came through Lakeview Oregon.
I haven’t met met him but thanks for sharing. You never know who will know who. That’s what neat about pipeline work. Small world.