Pipe Layer – Water, Sewer & Storm Drain Systems

Description

• Install water, sewer, and storm drainage systems (ductile iron, RCP, PVC, HDPE).
• Set up and align pipe to proper grade using lasers or hand levels.
• Work alongside excavator, backhoe, and dozer operators during trenching and backfill operations.
• Assist with grading, trench preparation, and bedding installation.
• Ensure safety protocols and trench protection requirements are followed at all times.
• Operate or assist with heavy equipment as needed (dozer, backhoe, excavator).
• Maintain tools, materials, and jobsite cleanliness.
• Communicate effectively with crew leaders, equipment operators, and foremen.

Requirements

Pipe Layer – Water, Sewer & Storm Drain Systems (Durham, NC Region). Based in Durham, NC — must live within approximately 60 miles (Raleigh, Butner, Roxboro, Oxford, Chapel Hill, Mebane, Henderson, or surrounding areas).

We are seeking an experienced Pipe Layer to install ductile iron, RCP, storm drain, water, and sanitary sewer lines for heavy civil construction projects. The ideal candidate has 1–2+ years of experience working on utility or site development crews and understands how to safely and efficiently install pipe to line and grade.

• 1–2 years of experience installing underground utilities or related pipe systems.
• Experience working around heavy equipment (excavators, dozers, backhoes).
• Knowledge of ductile iron and RCP pipe installation techniques preferred.
• Ability to read grade stakes, follow line and grade, and use pipe lasers.
• Must have reliable transportation and be able to commute within 60 miles of Durham, NC.
• Physically able to work outdoors year-round and lift up to 75 lbs.
• Well‑maintained modern equipment.

Benefits

Apply today and join a company where your work makes a visible impact in the community. Employees are expected to have their own transportation to the jobsite and be there by starting time, typically 7 AM, though start times may vary with season, job type, or schedule. Sunrock hires and places new hires based on open positions needed on our crews and cannot guarantee work close to where they live.

Employees must be employed for 90 days to be eligible for assured time. Between March 15th and December 15th, employees are assured 24 hours; between December 15th and March 15th, they are assured 40 hours, provided they are willing and prepared to work. Sunrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes all employment decisions without regard to protected characteristics.

• Highly competitive pay is based on skill and certifications, paid weekly.
• 2 weeks of PTO, increases up to 4 weeks with service.
• Heavy Equipment Apprenticeship Program.
• 8 paid holidays start on day 1.
• Guaranteed 40 hours (Winter).
• Up to $1000 sign‑on bonus for verified experience.
• Ability to earn extra cash with $1000 referral program.
• Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life).
• Disability and other benefits that pay cash directly to you.
• 401(k) with 4% company match.
• Safety Incentive Program.
• Apprenticeship and Lead/Foreman Development Programs.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance