Pipe Layer - 2673

Reports to:
Foreman and Civil Superintendent 

FLSA:
Non-Exempt 

JOB SUMMARY: 

Pipe layers are responsible for assisting the utility crew’s foreman, topman, and operators with installing new or modifying existing sanitary sewer, storm sewer, and water utilities. Pipe layers will work in excavated trenches on a daily basis, assist with pipe/transit lasers and shooting grade, assemble different fittings, ensure pipe is installed at the correct elevation/slope, fine grade pipe bedding in the trench, and assist with backfill using jumping jacks/plate compactors.  

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS: 

Core Duties / Responsibilities: 

• Assist in laying new or modifying existing sanitary sewer, storm sewer, and water utilities. 
• Working in safe trenches/confined space installing/modifying utilities (Proper shoring, excavations, and confined space equipment will be provided by JHL)  
• Working with small tools to assemble utility fittings and miscellaneous work pertaining to the utility scope of work (Impact drills, hammer drills, core drills, demo saws, pipe wrenches, jumping jacks, plate compactors, etc.) 

• Assisting in miscellaneous concrete work related to utilities (Manhole bases, inlets, patching, core drilling, head walls, toe walls, etc.) 
• Assisting topman/foreman in shooting grade using transit/pipe lasers to obtain correct elevations and percent of fall related to all utilities. 
• Fine grading pipe bedding in trenches to get the correct elevations and percent of fall for utility installations. 
• Assisting project crew for asphalt patching pertaining to utility installations in street cuts 
• Ability to operate small equipment as needed (Skidsteers & trench compactors)  

• Assist in miscellaneous labor regarding the utility scope of work (Helping prepare trench boxes, laying out materials, etc.) 
• Wearing proper PPE on a daily basis (Hard hat, vest, safety glasses, closed toe boots) All provided by JHL 
• Wearing proper PPE per task specific items (Face shield, chainsaw chaps, respirators, gloves, etc.) 

Education / Experience: 

• High school diploma or GED preferred.  
• Minimum of 2-4 years of experience laying sanitary sewer, storm sewer, and water utilities. 
• Experience using trench safety & shoring. 
• Experience using small tools and equipment.  

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities: 

• Math skills related to shooting correct elevations and percentage of fall. 
• Ability to read and understand survey staking.  

Physical Requirements: 

Physical Requirements: FIELD
% of Work Time 

Must have the ability to remain in a standing or kneeling position. 90% 

Must have the ability to speak, write and comprehend English language. 10% 

Must have the ability to lift tools and supplies, up to 50 lbs. 40% 

Must have the ability to hear clearly. 100% 

Must have the ability to stoop, kneel, bend and reach. 100% 

Must have dexterity to utilize and manipulate tools and materials. 100% 

Must have clear vision or wear contacts/glasses if vision is obscured  100% 

TOTAL COMPENSATION: 

Annual Discretionary Bonus - Eligible for Participation 

Overtime Yes  

Paid Time Off Yes - 40 Hours per year available after 90 days of employment.  

401(k) Yes - Eligible after 6 months of employment. 

Health Insurance Yes - Eligible the month following your first 30 days of employment. 

Short Term Disability Yes - Eligible the month following your first 30 days of employment. 

Long Term Disability Yes - Eligible the month following your first 30 days of employment. 

Life Insurance Yes – $20k per employee. Eligible after first year of employment. An additional Voluntary Life Insurance will also be available at that time. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND TRAVEL: 

• Exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions caused by the weather: snow, rain, and heat; loud noise, diesel fumes, grease, and oil smells.  

• Daily travel as business requires during scheduled work hours. 

DISCLAIMER: 

This job description is a summary and not meant to cover or include all tasks, duties, or responsibilities that the employee may be required to perform. These duties/responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.  

 EEO STATEMENT: 

JHL Constructors is an EEO Employer and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, marital status or veteran status.