Pipe Layer

* Cut pipes to required lengths. Uses demo saw and other power tools. May also run power compaction tools.

* Installs and repairs wet and dry utility pipe including sanitary and storm water sewer structures and pipe systems.

* Helps move pipe into trenches, lays pipe in trench, helps initial backfill.

* Connects pipe pieces and seal joints, using appropriate tools and materials to secure pipe.

* Assembles pipe to pass all requires pressure tests.

* Works with and monitors fellow workers to insure safety and productivity.

* Performs pre task planning tasks.

* Experience operating equipment within a Pipe Crew environment such as an excavator or loader is preferred but not necessary.

* Experience operating equipment safely and productively in and around active highway traffic under Maintenance of Traffic conditions and live traffic on a highway construction project is preferred.

* General housekeeping, light maintenance of equipment, proper care of equipment, operating the equipment without damaging it along with maintenance checks of equipment including reporting usage/utilization hours on a daily basis.

* Coordinate machine actions with other activities, positioning loads in response to hand or audio signals from other crew members.

Required Experience:

At least 2 years' of experience laying pipe in Highway Construction is required.

Required Skills:

* Strength and Endurance:
Pipe Layer positions are physically demanding, and a high level of physical fitness is required.

* Communication:
Excellent interpersonal communication and teamwork skills are necessary as proper completion of an assigned job and working safe will be highly dependent upon this ability.

* Flexibility:
Ability to work in a number of diverse locations is pertinent, as work locations may change daily.

* Coordination:
Balance, depth perception and eye-hand coordination are critical.

* Expected

Hours:

Hours will vary by job, location and season. Working a night shift may be required.

* Work Ethic:
Dedicated and hard working.

We are an equal opportunity employer:
We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, genetic information, marital status, military status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. #LI-KM1