Pipelayer-Sewer Construction

Hinterland Group•Riviera Beach, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are hiring an experienced Pipelayer to install, connect and test sanitary and storm sewer lines on underground utility projects. You will work in the trench with the foreman, equipment operators and laborers to set pipe to line and grade, build manholes and service connections, and leave every run ready to pass inspection.

Requirements

3+ years as a pipelayer on underground utility work, with at least 2 years on sanitary or storm sewer installation
Proven ability to set pipe to grade using a pipe laser and grade rod
Working knowledge of trench safety and OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Subpart P (excavations)
Able to read construction plans, profiles and cut sheets and do basic grade math
OSHA 10-Hour Construction card (or able to obtain within 30 days)
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to job sites
Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen
Comfortable working in all weather conditions, early starts and occasional overtime

Nice To Haves

Competent Person certification for excavation and trenching
Experience on deep sewer (12 ft+), live tie-ins and bypass pumping
Experience with water main, storm drainage or directional boring
Confined space entry, first aid/CPR or flagger certification
CDL Class A or B

Responsibilities

Install gravity sewer, force main and storm pipe (PVC, SDR-35, C900, HDPE, ductile iron and RCP) to plan line and grade
Read plans, profiles and cut sheets; check grade with lasers, grade rods, string lines and survey stakes
Prepare pipe bedding, set and joint pipe, and place and compact haunching and initial backfill to spec
Set precast manholes, risers, cones and frames; build inverts and install boots and drop connections
Install wyes, tees, service laterals and cleanouts; tap and tie in to existing live mains
Install and inspect trench boxes, shoring and slide rail; work under competent-person direction
Set up and run bypass pumping and flow control when working on active lines
Support air, vacuum, mandrel/deflection and CCTV testing, and fix any deficiencies found
Signal and guide excavator and loader operators safely around the trench
Locate and protect existing utilities; follow 811 marks and potholing requirements
Keep tools, lasers and materials organized; report pipe counts, issues and as-built changes to the foreman
Mentor laborers and help train new pipe crew members