Pipe Layers

Pipe Layer JobMGC Contractors, Inc. is a 100% Employee Owned Corporation. We specialize in all forms of water and wastewater general contracting including Job Order Contracting, Construction Manager at Risk, Design-Bid-Build, and Design-Build throughout Arizona, Texas, Utah, and New Mexico.MGC Contractors, Inc is looking for Pipe Layers to join our Arizona Division in the Phoenix metro area.Primary Responsibilities and DutiesInstall mechanical joint water line, and bolt together water line, install air release valves and inline valves.Grade for flow of sewer line pipe.Lay ductile water line and PVC sewer pipe. Set line and grade for water line/sewer, line prep grade for water lines/sewer lines. Install water line with gaskets and mechanical joints. Backfill waterline/sewer line insures sewer line has a positive flow.Plans pipe, installation, or repair according to specifications.Aligns and positions pipes to prepare them for welding or sealing.Checks slopes for conformance to requirements and specifications.Calculating and adjusting grade using a level and a laser.Selects type and size of pipe and related material according to job specifications.Measures and marks pipes to required length for cutting and threading.Cuts, threads, hammers, and welds pipe to specifications using saws, pipe threaders, and benders.Connects pipe pieces and seals joints.Locates existing pipes needing repair or replacement through potholing and/or excavation.Taps and drills holes into pipes to introduce auxiliary line or devices.Secures pipes to structures with clamps, brackets, and hangers.Grouting and clearing manholes.Inspects, examines, and tests installed systems and pipe lines using pressure hydrostatic testing, observation, or other testing methods.Any and all other duties assigned.Physical Demands and Work EnvironmentThis position operates at professional construction sites, requiring the ability to communicate verbally with others on site, in person and over the telephone. The ability to read printed materials, signs and directions. The stamina to maintain attention despite interruptions, ability to lift, push, pull, carry, handle or feel objects, supplies, tools, machinery and/or controls weighing up to 50 pounds and reach with hands and arms; climb stairs and/or ladders; balance, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, lift overhead, traverse around or otherwise position one's self around the required work and safety requirements to navigating and perform activities on various construction sites in a safe manner. The position requires working outside, frequently for long periods of time in all weather, including extreme hot and cold temperatures. While working, the employee might be exposed to various chemicals, vapors, pollutants, virus or other pathogens, gases, uneven surfaces, loud noises, moving vehicles or machines and dust/debris.Position Type/Expected Hours of WorkThis is a full-time position. Occasional overtime, weekend work may be required as job duties demand.Minimum QualificationsHigh School Diploma or GED required.Two (2) years to three (3) years of related experience laying underground water lines, sanitary or storm sewers required.Three (3) plus years of related experience preferred.AAP/EEO StatementMGC Contractors is an equal employment opportunity employer and, as such, we consider individuals for employment according to their abilities and performance. Employment decisions are made without regard to age, race, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other classification protected by law. All employment requirements mandated by state and federal regulations will be met. Discriminatory or harassing conduct in the workplace, whether committed by management or non-management employees or outside person (vendors, customers, etc.) is prohibited.Passing a pre-employment drug screen is required.