Pipe Layer

Overview

Install, connect, and maintain utility pipe systems on highway construction sites.

Key Responsibilities

• pipe laying
• pipe cutting
• pipe assembly
• pipe joining
• pipe installation
• equipment maintenance

Tasks

-Helps move pipe into trenches, lays pipe in trench, helps initial backfill. -Performs pre task planning tasks. -Works with and monitors fellow workers to insure safety and productivity. -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. -Cut pipes to required lengths. Uses demo saw and other power tools. May also run power compaction tools. -Coordinate machine actions with other activities, positioning loads in response to hand or audio signals from other crew members. -Assembles pipe to pass all requires pressure tests. -Connects pipe pieces and seal joints, using appropriate tools and materials to secure pipe. -Installs and repairs wet and dry utility pipe including sanitary and storm water sewer structures and pipe systems.

Requirements

• excavator
• loader
• flexibility
• communication
• physical fitness
• coordination

What You Bring

-Experience operating equipment within a Pipe Crew environment such as an excavator or loader is preferred but not necessary. -Flexibility: Ability to work in a number of diverse locations is pertinent, as work locations may change daily. -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. -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. -Coordination: Balance, depth perception and eye-hand coordination are critical.

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Benefits

-Paid Time Off (PTO) -Growth and Career Advancement -Competitive Pay -Retirement Plan - 401K, employees will receive a company contribution up to 5% -Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance -Holiday Pay -Tuition Reimbursement

About Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction

-Focuses on delivering high-quality, complex construction projects across various sectors, including infrastructure, commercial, and industrial. -Excels in heavy civil construction, with experience in building roads, bridges, and large-scale transportation infrastructure. -Has a strong presence in both public and private sectors, working on government contracts as well as commercial developments. -Notable projects include major highway construction, airport expansions, and large industrial facilities.

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