Laborer Pipe Layer - Underground Utilities

Overview

Join our dynamic team as a Laborer Pipe Layer specializing in Underground Utilities! In this vital role, you will be at the frontline of installing, repairing, and maintaining essential underground infrastructure that keeps communities connected and functioning smoothly. Your expertise will help ensure the safe and efficient installation of water supply systems, sanitary drainage, stormwater management, sewer lines, and other underground utility systems. We are looking for motivated individuals who thrive in a fast-paced construction environment and are eager to contribute to impactful projects. This paid position offers hands-on experience working with heavy equipment and construction plans while adhering to strict safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy machinery including dozers, loaders, backhoes, excavators, and front loader trucks to assist with trenching, pipe installation, and utility system setup.
• Read and interpret construction plans, blueprints, and technical drawings to accurately follow project specifications for underground utilities installation.
• Perform construction trenching for utility lines such as sewer lines, water supply systems, stormwater systems, and wastewater infrastructure.
• Install pipes using pipe lasers and other precision tools to ensure proper alignment and elevation according to blueprint specifications.
• Utilize utility locating equipment to identify existing underground utilities before excavation to prevent damage or accidents.
• Conduct concrete finishing and forming work for structures related to underground utility installations when necessary.
• Follow all safety regulations including federal construction safety standards, safety protocol adherence, and site-specific safety procedures during all phases of work.

Requirements

• Proven experience operating heavy equipment such as dozers, loaders, backhoes, excavators, forklifts, and front loader trucks in construction settings.
• Knowledge of pipeline installation processes including sewer line installation, utility trenching, and underground utility systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and construction plans accurately.
• Familiarity with utility locating techniques for sanitary sewers, stormwater systems, water supply systems, and wastewater infrastructure.
• Skilled in the use of hand tools for pipe fitting, concrete forming, welding, and other related tasks.
• Understanding of federal construction safety regulations and safety protocol adherence on active job sites.
• Experience with construction site activities involving pipeline work within oil & gas or municipal infrastructure projects is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail when following blueprint specifications and technical instructions for precise pipe installation.
• Ability to work effectively in physically demanding environments while maintaining a focus on safety and quality standards.

Join us in building essential infrastructure that serves communities! This role offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in underground utilities installation while contributing to impactful construction projects across various sectors including water supply systems, sanitary drainage systems, stormwater management, and more. Your dedication will help ensure safe environments for everyone while advancing your career in the heavy civil construction industry.

Pay: $22.00 - $27.00 per hour

Work Location: In person