Excavator Operator

Job Title: Pipe Layer

Job Description

The Pipe Layer is responsible for the installation, alignment, and repair of underground utility systems on civil construction projects, including water mains, sanitary sewer, storm drainage, and related infrastructure. The Pipe Layer works as part of a utility crew to ensure all piping systems are installed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project plans, specifications, and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Install underground utility pipe systems including water, sewer, and storm drainage lines.

• Read and interpret construction drawings, plans, grade stakes, and utility specifications.

• Prepare trenches and foundation bedding for pipe installation.

• Lay, align, and secure various types of pipe, including PVC, HDPE, reinforced concrete, ductile iron, and corrugated pipe.

• Check line and grade using lasers, levels, and other surveying equipment.

• Assist equipment operators in safely placing pipe and related structures.

• Install fittings, valves, manholes, catch basins, and other utility components.

• Ensure proper pipe connections, joint sealing, and testing procedures are followed.

• Perform backfilling, compaction, and restoration activities as required.

• Identify and report utility conflicts, safety concerns, and construction issues.

• Maintain job site safety in compliance with OSHA regulations and company policies.

• Assist with crew mobilization, site cleanup, and maintenance of tools and equipment.

• Work collaboratively with project managers, foremen, operators, and other crew members to meet project schedules.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in underground utility construction or pipe laying.

• Knowledge of civil construction practices, utility installation methods, and trenching operations.

• Ability to read and understand construction plans, blueprints, and grade stakes.

• Familiarity with OSHA excavation and trench safety requirements.

• Ability to work safely around heavy equipment and active construction sites.

• Valid driver's license preferred.

Why Work Here?

You will join a safety-focused construction team that values long-term growth and hands-on learning. The company offers the opportunity to start in a labor capacity and, after proving your reliability and performance, progress into operating a variety of heavy equipment. You will gain experience across diverse sitework projects, work with modern earth-moving machinery, and build a stable career in the construction industry with room to expand your skills and responsibilities over time.

Work Environment

The role is based on open-air construction sites in the Charlotte area, where you will work outdoors and be regularly exposed to the elements, including both hot and cold weather conditions. You may work on wide open grading sites or on road crews where buildings have already gone vertical, but roads will not be open to the public during operations. The environment is highly safety conscious, with an emphasis on following established safety procedures around heavy equipment and active construction activities. Work involves operating and working around equipment such as dozers, excavators, rollers, loaders, skid steers, backhoes, articulated dump trucks, and motor graders, as well as performing manual labor tasks as needed.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Charlotte, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $35.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Charlotte,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 28, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.