Heavy Construction Pipe Layer

Manthei Construction•Charlevoix, MI

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Do you enjoy working outdoors? Do you want to work with your hands on high-performing teams and be a part of building better communities in Northern Michigan? If you're a highly motivated person with a strong work ethic, we'd love to talk with you! Manthei Construction is a premier heavy construction and site development company located in Charlevoix, MI. For over 50 years, Manthei Construction has been instrumental in the development of communities and their infrastructure all throughout Northern Michigan. We are currently searching for a Heavy Construction Pipe Layer to join our team. The Heavy Construction Pipe Layer will primarily perform excavation and pipe installation tasks essential for the completion of underground utility systems including sanitary and storm sewers as well as watermain construction. This position is a full-time, seasonal position typically working Monday-Friday with occasional Saturday work and overtime available. Job sites are primarily located in the Northern Michigan area and overnight travel is not normally required. Manthei Construction offers excellent health benefits, paid time off, paid holidays, product discounts, and more-- even for seasonal team members!

Requirements

Experience with pipe installation in the heavy construction field is preferred
Display a respectful and positive attitude
Able to work in a variety of outside weather conditions
Able to perform physically demanding work such as shoveling, lifting, raking etc.
Able to perform and understand basic math required for construction
Must be able to work as part of a team and be willing to learn
Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen
Must have strong work ethic and be dependable and consistent

Responsibilities

Work as part of the team to complete projects with a priority on safety then quality then productivity
Operate small power tools or hand tools such as saws, hand compactors and impact wrenches
Work with and setup pipe lasers and understand slope and grade
Work in conjunction with equipment operators to create safe excavation trenches and avoid damage to existing utilities
Understand and follow OSHA trench safety rules
Shovel, grade, set and bed various types of pipe including concrete, PVC, HDPE, ductile iron and other
Understand basic lifting and rigging methods