Pipe Layer - Utilities Division

Job Description

Job Description

JOB LOCATION: Wilmington, NC

POSITIONS AVAILABLE: 8

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Perform general construction tasks involving physical labor on commercial, highway, and heavy construction projects. May operate hand and power tools as well as a variety of other equipment specific to pipe laying projects. May prepare sites as well as clean up construction debris.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

1. Operate concrete saw and other power tools as required.
2. Position, align, and join pieces of pipe as well as setting drainage structures.
3. Install sewer, water, and storm drain pipes, using excavator and laser guidance equipment.
4. Signal equipment operators to align, move, and adjust equipment and materials when necessary.
5. Lubricate, clean, and repair tools as required by standards provided.
6. Clean and prepare work area to eliminate potential hazards.
7. Control traffic passing near, in, and around work zones (if certified to do so).
8. Dig ditches or trenches, backfill excavations, and compact and level earth to grade specifications, using picks, shovels, pneumatic tampers, and rakes.
9. Load and unload construction materials, machinery, and tools.
10. Perform necessary work while complying with all company policies and procedures.
11. Cutting of concrete pipe, boxes, ductile iron, and PVC.
12. Perform additional duties as required or directed by their immediate supervisor or other manager.
13. Must have predictable and reliable attendance.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

• High School diploma or GED preferred, but not required.
• Must be a minimum of 18 years old

Work Experience:

• Minimum 1 year working as a pipe layer or as a member of a pipe crew.

Heavy Physical Demands:

Heavy physical effort required including pulling and lifting or moving heavy weight material with frequent lifting or moving materials or equipment (over 80 pounds). If a position specific Physical Demands sheet is attached, it will describe in more detail the physical demands that are required.

Physical Activity:

Position requires the ability to continuously work around any or all of the following: noise, dust, heat, cold, oil and heavy equipment. Personal protective equipment is normally required of the position. Position requires ability to exchange ideas quickly and clearly and the ability to receive and evaluate detailed information and instructions.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position. All employees may have other duties assigned at any time.

EOE. Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.