Pipe Layer

Allan Myers•Suffolk, VA

About The Position

Allan Myers is seeking an ambitious, hard-working Pipe Layer to join its construction team. This position performs heavy physical duties across a variety of tasks that are generally unskilled or semi-skilled, with duties varying according to the work assigned to the crew. The role lays pipe for sanitary and storm sewers and water mains and assists with excavation, trenching, backfilling, and pipe installation. The hourly pay range is $25.00 to $27.00, based on experience. Allan Myers is a self-performing heavy civil construction and construction materials company serving the Mid-Atlantic, from New Jersey to Virginia Beach. Its work includes highways, bridges, and public water and wastewater systems. The company describes its culture as team-oriented and committed to safety, quality, employee development, and promotion from within. Allan Myers is an Equal Opportunity Employer and may provide reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

3–5 years of experience on construction sites.
GED, high school diploma, or related work experience.
Valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Trade school.

Responsibilities

Lay pipe for sanitary and storm sewers and water mains.
Assist with excavation, trenching, and backfilling in accordance with safety procedures.
Install flanged ductile iron and stainless steel press-fit piping.
Set up and use pipe lasers and install RCP and ADS storm pipe, sanitary pipe, and water pipe.
Follow site-specific and general safety protocols.
Work with trench boxes.
Complete installations using layout and instructions provided by the Field Manager.
Work at heights and use fall protection.
Cut pipe using abrasive blades on grinders and other pipe-cutting tools.
Communicate with the equipment operator using hand signals to align pipe and ensure proper depth.
Guide laborers by demonstrating which tools to use, pipe lengths, and proper pipe-cutting methods.
Lift, carry, and hold building materials, tools, and supplies.
Clean tools, materials, and work areas.