Pipelayer Job Description
Job Summary:
At Site Work Specialists, a pipelayer shoots grades, figures elevation, set-up pipe laser, installs PVC and concrete pipe. The pipe layer also backfills and operates a roller, skid loader, jumping jack, and shovel. The position’s skill set is always increasing by working with an exceptional team that prides itself on doing some of the finest and most challenging projects in this region.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Completes daily walk around checks on equipment
- Daily servicing of equipment (lube hydraulics, etc.)
- Grease assigned machine daily
- Checking and figuring grade and reading grade stakes
- Keeping cab and floors of equipment free of trash
- Other tasks outside of equipment operation as directed by supervisor
- Be dependable to your team: You work as a team and progress as a team
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Minimum of 6 months of experience (will consider less than 6 months if the candidate has completed a recognized training program)
- After 2 years of experience, must get state and city pipelayer license within 6 months
- General knowledge of pipefittings and installation procedures
- Pay attention to job details and job site hazards
- Willingness to learn and master new tasks, duties, and responsibilities
- Safely and correctly operate all equipment and manual/power tools. Do not operate any equipment or tools that you have not been trained to use properly
- Keep all tools in good, clean, and operating order
- Demonstrate and promote safety and proper housekeeping on all job sites
- Display a positive attitude towards the company, fellow employees, and customers
- Take direction and accomplish duties outlined by your supervisor and ask questions when you do not understand the task
- Be responsible for working unsupervised for periods of time and complete work as directed
- Be ready to help with any task, even if it is below your skill level
Other Requirements:
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screening and random employee pool drug/alcohol testing
- Must have personal transportation to and from job sites, including out-of-town work
- Must arrive on time to job site fit for duty for required shift and have personal protective equipment (PPE) and necessary tools with you.
- Attend all safety meetings and maintain safe job site practices following company policy
- Wear and maintain PPE as directed by supervisor and safety team, including but not limited to hard hats, safety glasses, and high visibility vests
- Willingness to travel out-of-town
- Work overtime as required, including some weekends
- Maintain acceptable personal hygiene
- Dress appropriately for winter working conditions
Required Tools:
Must have required tools listed below within 30 days of hire and bring them with you to the job site as needed:
Leather Work Boots
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Pipe Cutter (2”)
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Utility Knife
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Hand Broom
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15” Adjustable Wrench
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2lb Sledge Hammer
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Pliers
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Hand Saw
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25’ Tape (tenths and inches)
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2’ & 4’ Level
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String Line
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Grease Gun
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½ Drive Socket Set (up to 1 ¼”)
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Torque Wrench
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Claw Hammer
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Torpedo Level
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Standard Open Wrenches
(up to 1 ¼”)
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5/16” Nut Driver
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18” & 24”
Pipe Wrench
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Gloves
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Physical Requirements
- Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds regularly throughout the work shift
- Must be physically able to work a minimum of 8 hours a day and overtime as needed
- Must be able to stand for long periods, lift heavy materials, perform strenuous tasks, and work outdoors in high heat and cold weather conditions
Disclaimer
This document describes the position currently available. It is not an employment contract. Our company reserves the right to modify job duties or job descriptions at any time.
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
Site Work Specialists provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.