Anthony Hill of Weirton, West Virginia, completed the nine-month Combination Structural and Pipe Welding Program at the Hobart Institute in February of 1998.  This training prepared him for employment at Vast-Miles, LLC in Bethel Park, Pennsylvania. 

“Hobart helped me a great deal,” says Anthony.  “I probably could not have handled the job I am now doing without that training.”

The job he is now doing is flux cored arc welding in a plant that builds lifting equipment for steel mills.  Vast-Miles is the industry leader in mill lifting devices.  

“When I was general foreman of the welding/fitting shop, I saw Anthony as a young guy with a quality personality, initiative and attitude,” says Jim Pauchnik, Quality Assurance Manager at Vast-Miles.  “He has become our “ace” welder/fitter and is certified in all our required disciplines.  As well as welding and fitting, Anthony operates the new oxyfuel and plasma burning table.”

“I have also attended Hobart and know the quality of your training,” Jim continues.  “Truly, Hobart puts out good quality people.”

Anthony is currently working 10-hour days and with his education and experience is able to earn a very competitive wage.  In his spare time, he assists a friend who operates a welding shop, taking every opportunity to keep practicing his welding skills.  Anthony also enjoys riding and working on his Harley Davidson cycle.  “Just keeping busy doing the guy-things!” says Anthony.