Pipelayer (Utilities)

Veit•New Berlin, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The utilities pipelayer is responsible for providing physical labor at construction project sites. May operate hand and power tools of all types: air hammers, earth tampers, cement mixers, small mechanical hoists, surveying and measuring equipment, and a variety of other equipment and instruments. May clean and prepare sites, dig trenches, set braces to support the sides of excavations, and clean up rubble, debris, and other waste materials. May assist other craft workers. Veit is one of the country’s leading specialty contractors, with nearly a century of experience and the best people in the industry. We specialize in foundations, earthwork, utilities, marine services, industrial cleaning, cured‑in‑place pipelining, and waste disposal. We pride ourselves on our relentless pursuit to push the construction industry forward and deliver for our customers. Our modern fleet of iron, diverse expertise, and unmatched determination allow us to successfully tackle some of the largest and most complex projects across every sector while also living out our values every day. Our company culture is one where everyone pitches in to get the job done, regardless of job title or seniority. We do everything we can to maintain an atmosphere where family comes first. We want every one of our employees to look forward to each day at work and make it home safe and happy at the end of the day.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, six to twelve months of construction experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
OSHA 10, First Aid/CPR, and demonstrated knowledge of applicable safety precautions and procedures.
Experience reading and interpreting construction drawings (plans/blueprints).
Ability to read and comprehend grade stakes.
Must be able to calculate grades.
Experience setting up and utilizing a pipe laser.
Experience using an eye-level (transit).
Knowledge and ability to work with equipment, materials, and supplies found in construction work.
Ability to follow proper use and safety guidelines at all times.
Ability to view and understand company's safety training video.
Willingness and ability to perform manual work.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing with coworkers, vendors, and other business associates.
Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions.
Must have good interpersonal skills.
Ability to work with mathematical concepts.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Union affiliation or willingness to take the necessary steps to join the union.
Must be flexible in regards to work hours.
Must be willing to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

Perform a variety of tasks involving strenuous manual labor at construction project sites.
Ensure that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed.
Bring any concerns to the attention of the project Foreman, Superintendent, General Superintendent, Safety Director or management.
Load and unload trucks and haul and hoist materials.
Maintain a clean job site at all times.
Pick up all material, tools, and small equipment and secure job site each day in order to eliminate potential hazards.
Material handling and storage.
Assist in identifying and ensuring that any underground and overhead utilities have been located/exposed prior to excavating.
Review trenching requirements with Superintendent and ensure any required protection is available.
Keep project Foreman, Superintendent, or General Superintendent informed of known actions, written or verbal, which may affect the ability to successfully perform tasks at construction project sites or adversely affect Company operations.
Other projects or duties as assigned by management.