Pipe Layer

Job Title

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.

Job Description

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.

Benefits

Paid Time OffHoliday PayHealth, Dental, Vision, Life, Accident and Cancer InsuranceShort-term and Long-term disability401(k) with matchYearly boot reimbursementReferral bonus program

Activities/Tasks/Scope

Keep work area clean, orderly and safeInstall or repair storm or sanitation sewer structures or pipe systemsConfigure pipe routesCut pipes to required lengths and align pipes in pipeline sectionsDig trenches with trenching toolsLay pipe for storm or sanitation sewers, drain and water mainsSeal pipe jointsInspect places where pipes are fit together to ensure pipes are spaced properly and according to specificationsGrade trenches or culverts using grade rods and transit levelsCover pipes with dirt or other material and drill holes for auxiliary linesUse magnetic or radion indicatorsOther duties as assigned

Individual Contributor Competencies

Work StandardsContinuous ImprovementInitiating ActionAdaptabilityContributing to Team SuccessManaging Work (Time Management)Communication

Education/Experience

High School or Degree or GED required2-3 years of experience in pipe laying experience preferred

Certification/Other Skills and Abilities

Mechanical knowledge of machines and toolsMathematicsRepairing and troubleshootingManual dexterityExtent flexibilityFinger dexterityNear 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/typingAbility to read effectively from a computer screen and/or a paper copyAbility to handle a large volume of work and perform multiple tasks in a fast paced environmentAbility to effectively verbally communicateAbility 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.

Travel Required

Yes. Must be able to travel from jobsite to jobsite.

Qualifications

Experience in pipe laying experience preferred

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