Full Pipe Crew

Central Southern Construction•Washington, DC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are assembling a stormwater/underground utilities crew to remove and replace drainage structures and install reinforced concrete pipe (RCP) 12"–24". The crew will perform excavation, trench safety, structure setting, pipe installation, backfill/compaction, surface restoration, and traffic-control support while meeting DDOT and project specifications. The work includes the removal of 22 existing drainage structures and in-kind replacement of approximately 75 new structures. Structure types include storm manholes, Inlet Types 4A, 5B, 6A, DDOT double and triple catch basins, junction boxes, and related appurtenances. The scope also includes the installation of approximately 3,245 LF of RCP in 12", 15", 18", and 24" diameters. Target crew composition includes a Lead Foreman, Equipment Operator, Pipelayer, Hillman, Tailman, and Dump Truck Driver.

Requirements

Underground utilities/stormwater experience (DDOT experience preferred).
Foreman: 5+ years leading pipe/structure crews.
Operator: 3+ years excavation/utility install.
Pipelayer: 2+ years RCP/structure setting.
Laborers (Hillman/Tailman): 1+ year civil/site work preferred.
Proficient with pipe lasers, levels, and reading plans/profiles.
Valid driver's license (CDL required for Dump Truck Driver) and reliable transportation.
Ability to pass pre-employment screenings and maintain compliance.

Nice To Haves

OSHA 10 or 30
Confined Space
Excavation/Competent Person
First Aid/CPR
Flagging/Traffic Control

Responsibilities

Perform layout assistance, utility locates coordination, and daily Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs).
Set up traffic control per plans; maintain safe, compliant work zones.
Excavate/trench with proper benching/shoring; maintain trench boxes and confined-space controls.
Set precast/cast-in-place structures (manholes, inlets, catch basins, junction boxes) to line/grade; install frames/grates and adjust to final elevation.
Install RCP 12"–24" including bedding, jointing, structure tie-ins, grouting, and concrete collars as required.
Verify line/grade with lasers, levels, and grade rods; maintain as-built accuracy.
Backfill and compact to specified density; restore surfaces (stone, asphalt, concrete, soils).
Control erosion/sediment and maintain housekeeping of the work area.
Support quality checks, testing/inspection (vacuum/mandrel if applicable), and punch-list completion.
Complete daily reports, track quantities, and maintain equipment and tools.
Plan daily work, assign tasks, and drive production, quality, and safety (Lead Foreman).
Interface with inspectors and project management; verify materials, grades, and layouts (Lead Foreman).
Ensure compliance with DDOT/specs, traffic control plans, and trench/competent-person requirements (Lead Foreman).
Safely operate excavators/loaders for trenching, lifting, and structure setting (Equipment Operator).
Excavate to line/grade, protect utilities, and support trench box placement (Equipment Operator).
Set structures and install RCP to line/grade; perform jointing, tie-ins, and grouting (Pipelayer).
Use pipe lasers/levels; coordinate with operator and laborers for bedding and backfill (Pipelayer).
Assist pipelayer with grade checks, laser setup, material staging, and structure hardware (Hillman).
Support compaction, traffic control devices, and site housekeeping (Hillman).
Manage pipe handling, spot loads, maintain trench safety zones, and support backfill/cleanup (Tailman).
Assist with saw cutting, core drilling, and minor concrete/brick adjustments as needed (Tailman).
Haul spoils, stone, and materials; maintain load tickets and logs (Dump Truck Driver).
Support site logistics and follow all DOT and site traffic requirements (Dump Truck Driver).