Pipe Layer

Kelchner • Springboro, OH

23h • Onsite

About The Position

Perform tasks involving physical labor at heavy construction projects. Physical fitness is an important part of the job and usually is a requirement for anyone who wants to become a pipe layer. Upper-body strength and flexibility is very important because of the nature of this job. Blueprint reading is an important skill for anyone who wants to become a pipe layer. These diagrams provide a wealth of information regarding the placement of the pipes as well as the location of electrical power lines and other utilities. Manual dexterity is needed and includes the ability to work with pipes and tools that can range in size from very small to quite large. This type of skill is developed through practice, dedication, and physical effort.

Requirements

• At least one year experience in underground utilities including water, sanitary sewer and storm sewer.
• Ability to read and interpret maps, sketches, drawings, specifications, and technical manuals.
• Understands and follows oral and written instructions.
• Works independently in the absence of supervision.
• The ability to work 55 – 60 hours a week including Saturdays.

Responsibilities

• Checks slopes/grades for conformation to requirements, using levels or lasers.
• Understand bedding and backfill.
• Understand pipe laying techniques.
• Cut pipes to required lengths.
• Install and repair sanitary and storm water sewer structures and pipe systems.
• Install and use instruments such as lasers, grade rods, and transit levels.
• Grade and level trench bottoms, using hand tools.
• Prepare pipe spans, following instructions or blueprints, and construction staking.
• Work as a member of a team with pipe laying equipment.
• Safety – trench safety, materials, equipment, hand signals, small tools safety
• Small Tools – use of shovel, chop saw, transit levels, laser, measuring tape, stick rule, cable (rigging), pumps, chains, pipes, gravel, structures.
• Laying pipe routes– the process from beginning to end
• Existing utilities – blue print reading
• Other duties may be assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed