Pipelayer

CARDINAL CIVIL CONTRACTING TRIAD LLC•Kernersville, NC

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Cardinal Civil Contracting, a heavy civil and site development contractor and part of Cardinal Infrastructure Group, is hiring a Pipelayer to install sewer, water, and storm drain systems using laser guidance and heavy equipment. This skilled craft role is responsible for setting pipe and drainage structures accurately to line and grade, coordinating with equipment operators, helpers, and laborers, and directing Pipe Helpers and Pipe Laborers on installation tasks as assigned by the Foreman. The role has no supervisory responsibilities. The work takes place at active underground utility construction sites, including trenches, excavations, and work zones near traffic. The position involves outdoor work in all weather and exposure to heat, cold, noise, dust, mud, and moving heavy equipment. Required PPE is provided and must be worn. The schedule includes early starts and extended hours, with occasional Saturdays as project needs require. This is a full-time, at-will position.

Requirements

Demonstrated strong work ethic, integrity, and honesty.
Three years of underground utility or civil construction experience.
Proven proficiency cutting concrete pipe, boxes, ductile iron, and PVC.
Ability to read grade stakes and operate pipe lasers.
Strict compliance with OSHA safety standards and company policies.
Valid driver’s license.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Minimum of one year working as a pipe layer or as a member of a pipe crew.
Ability to perform heavy physical work, including pulling, lifting, or moving heavy materials; frequent lifting or moving of materials or equipment over 80 pounds.
Ability to frequently stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, and climb; repeatedly lift and carry up to 50–80 pounds; operate hand and power tools; and perform heavy labor in trenches with required protective systems and in all weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

Traffic control or flagger certification.
OSHA 10 certification.
Confined Space and Trench Safety training.

Responsibilities

Position, align, and join concrete, ductile iron, and PVC pipe.
Set drainage structures to grade.
Cut concrete pipe, boxes, ductile iron, and PVC to fit.
Use pipe lasers and excavator guidance to install pipe accurately to line and grade.
Read grade stakes and verify that pipe is set to the correct slope.
Dig trenches, backfill excavations, and compact earth using pneumatic tampers, shovels, and rakes.
Clear site hazards and keep the work area organized.
Safely operate concrete saws, cutting tools, and power equipment; clean and maintain tools daily.
Signal heavy equipment operators to safely move and adjust materials.
Set up traffic control around work zones if certified.
Maintain predictable and reliable attendance.
Model and enforce Cardinal’s safety program, follow trench and excavation safety protocols, and participate in daily safety briefings.
Comply with company policies, OSHA regulations, and applicable traffic control requirements.
Direct Pipe Helpers and Pipe Laborers on installation tasks as assigned by the Foreman.
Perform other related duties as assigned.