Pipe Layer

Job Title

Wildcat

Job Description

Wildcat has the ability to self-perform many types of civil construction including earthwork and site prep, concrete and asphalt paving, civil and structural concrete, rock excavation, piling and sheet piling, sub-grade stabilization, and water/waste-water treatment facilities. We also have a tremendous amount of experience with all underground utilities including sanitary sewer, water, storm sewer, and main electrical distribution.

The Sherwood Companies have a proven track record of completing a variety of projects from General Construction, to Construction Management and Design Build Projects for both public and private owners. A brief summary of the types of projects include, urban expressways, bridges, underground utilities, dam construction, asphalt/concrete paving and water/wastewater treatment plants.

The incumbent will be responsible for assembling pipe systems for storm or sanitation sewers, drains and water mains. Ensures ground is prepped and trenches dug out for pipes. The incumbent will align pipes and seal joints together with cement or glue. The incumbent will need to operate in a safe and efficient manner following all personal protective equipment (PPE) and process requirements. Travel may be required.

Activities/Tasks/Scope

Keep work area clean, orderly and safe

Install or repair storm or sanitation sewer structures or pipe systems

Configure pipe routes

Cut pipes to required lengths and align pipes in pipeline sections

Dig trenches with trenching tools

Lay pipe for storm or sanitation sewers, drain and water mains

Seal pipe joints

Inspect places where pipes are fit together to ensure pipes are spaced properly and according to specifications

Grade trenches or culverts using grade rods and transit levels

Cover pipes with dirt or other material and drill holes for auxiliary lines

Use magnetic or radion indicators

Other duties as assigned

Individual Contributor Competencies

Work Standards

Continuous Improvement

Initiating Action

Adaptability

Contributing to Team Success

Managing Work (Time Management)

Communication

Education/Experience

High School or Degree or GED required

2-3 years of experience in pipe laying experience preferred

Certification/Other Skills and Abilities

Mechanical knowledge of machines and tools

Mathematics

Repairing and troubleshooting

Manual dexterity

Extent flexibility

Finger dexterity

Near vision

Physical Demands

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Keyboarding/typing

Ability to read effectively from a computer screen and/or a paper copy

Ability to handle a large volume of work and perform multiple tasks in a fast paced environment

Ability to effectively verbally communicate

Ability to stand, sit, stoop, bend, walk and lift heavy objects (50 lbs)

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work is performed in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to outdoor elements.

Qualifications

Education

Required: High School or better.

Experience

Preferred: 2-3 years: Experience in pipe laying experience preferred

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